It is a pleasure to announce that the
Alzheimer Society Capital Campaign enjoyed superb pledge
results from the Dragon Boat Festival once again.
Receipts have already totalled $114,000 in
one weekend, and we are very hopeful of matching last year's
grand total of $125,000.
On behalf of the campaign executive, I would
like to thank the Dragon Boat committee executive: Jim Smith,
Steve Lee, Jim Dickson and all the organizational committees. I
also extend my best wishes to the generous sponsors, the many
participants, the countless volunteers, and bighearted
individuals and businesses. Their continued support is always
appreciated.
A commendation must go out to Canada
Brokerlink Insurance and Dalron Construction who together
raised more than $25,000 in pledges this year and totaled
$39,000 in the last two years. They are truly amazing companies
working within this community.
For help, the Alzheimer Society has always
looked to the media and we have never been disappointed.
Sudbury is very lucky to have people working in the newspaper,
radio, TV and internet outlets who are caring, approachable and
willing to help charities reach their goals. Thank you for
helping out with this year's Dragon Boat Festival; your ongoing
help is always welcome.
Funds to the Capital Campaign will help build
a new Alzheimer Centre attached to the Pioneer Manor that will
improve services for dementia sufferers and their caregivers.
For more information or to donate, phone 671-9111.
Joe Drago
Chair
Alzheimer Society, Capital Campaign