A Big Thank YOU for Supporting BWSS Scotiabank Charity Challenge 2017!
Yesterday, June 25, 2017 our team participated in the 2017 Scotiabank Charity Challenge. It was a gorgeous day and although we all really felt the summer heat our team persevered.
Thank you to all those who walked, ran and wheeled for your dedication, energy, and commitment, and the generosity of our donors for making this year’s charity fundraising challenge successful — so far we have raised $32,282!!
Your commitment to our crucial work played an integral role in helping make the event a success.
Special shout-out to our top 10 fundraisers!
Emma McLellan $1,805.00
Samantha Kearney $1,660.00
Jessica Ly $1,640.00
Fran Ostry $1,545.00
Sheila Galati $1,250.00
Flora Wu $1,030.00
Michele Francis $775.00
Although the run/walk is over, you still have a chance to show your support, online fundraising is open until Monday, July 24th, 2017.
Here’s how your donation helps women and girls in our community:
- $40 – provides a two hour dating violence prevention workshop for youth.
- $100 – provides two support group sessions for women.
- $200 –provides eight hours of legal advocacy support.