The community spirit in the room at Saturday night’s gala event in support of the Red Deer Hospice was on full display.  Rarely do you fill a room with so many caring and deeply-committed supporters of an organization. They came out in full force to raise money so they can continue to provide the specialized nursing, pain and symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support that eases their residents’ pain and discomfort, and prepares them and their loved ones to say goodbye.

One primary challenge that faces the organization is the need for expansion.  With only 10 beds available, it’s an ongoing struggle to not only keep the organization operating on a day to day basis, let alone finance an expansion.  It’s worth noting 60% of Hospice’s annual budget comes directly from fundraising activities.  Board member Jim McPherson explains:

I had the honour of greeting guests on the Red Carpet as they arrived and that’s where I saw firsthand the community spirit that supports Hospice.  Here’s a look at some of the great conversations I had:

This year’s event raised $85,000. The organizers give a big shoutout to the volunteers who put in countless hours to make this a success.   For more information and to support Red Deer Hospice Click Here