CUT KNIFE — The annual meeting of the Cut Knife and District Donors’ Choice was held at the Cut Knife RM office March 29.
The 2017 campaign grossed $11,145. There were 63 contributors and the average donation was $176.90, which is close to last year’s canvass. It is interesting to note there were five generous donations of between $500 and $2,000.
The organization is appreciative of every donation made to 20 charities. Some of these charities have conveyed their sincere gratitude for this benevolent support. Some of the comments are as follows:
"The Canadian Mental Health Association is a volunteer based organization, which supports and promotes the rights of persons with mental illness to maximize their full potential and promotes and enhances the mental health and well-being of all members of the community.
“Statistics show mental illness will seriously disrupt the lives of one in four Canadians. Considering these numbers, it is certain someone you know is now, or has been, affected by a mental health issue and may have required the services of the Canadian Mental Health Association. Your contribution will enable us to continue providing the programs and support necessary to improve the quality of life of people experiencing mental health problems." Canadian Mental Health Association (Saskatchewan)
"Thank you for your generous gift in support of Baby's Breath.
“Baby's Breath is Canada's only national foundation focused on SIDS, and more recently also dedicated to reducing all sudden and unexpected infant deaths including stillbirths. Through your assistance, Baby's Breath provides bereavement support and pursues advocacy efforts in order to better understand and mitigate risks related to stillbirths and sudden, unexpected infant deaths in Canada. Our goal is to support individuals that have experienced such a loss while educating and advocating for research and better support for families." Baby's Breath Canada
"Because of your community's generosity, we will continue to provide programs and services that empower people to live well with dementia. Our education programming informs individuals, their families and friends of what to expect in their future and how to prepare for their journey. Our support groups provide a welcoming space for individuals and families to learn more and share with others in a supportive and caring environment. We remain committed to future investments in finding a cure. None of this would be possible without caring and committed donors like you."Alzheimer Society Saskatchewan
Each contributor can be proud of the difference their donation makes in the lives of many others in our province and country.
Elected to office for the 2018 October campaign were: chair Lorie Gibson, vice-chair Cheryl Rowswell, treasurer Don McCallum and secretary Cathy Bullock.
