charitable dealings

Canadian Cancer Society

We are a national, community-based organization of volunteers, whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.

My role as Volunteer Resources leader is diverse and includes, but is not limited to, the on-going recruitment of volunteers that are interested in joining the fight.

Call or email me for details on how you can help!

Challenger Little League

Challenger is a division of Baseball BC that provides an opportunity for children with cognitive or physical disabilities to enjoy the full benefits of participation in baseball at a level structured to their abilities.

Baseball games are played in a fun, safe environment where no score is kept. Able-bodied “Buddies” are assigned to each participant. These Buddies assist the Challenger players with their involvement in the game. Pushing wheelchairs around the base path, assisting players in how to hold the bat and swing, or providing protection for the Challenger player from a batted ball, are just a few of the ways the Buddies offer a better experience for the participants in the Challenger Division.

Each participant is treated like every other player in the conventional baseball program. All players are outfitted in uniforms, use the same equipment, and play their games at the local baseball parks. A team picture is a must for Challenger, as it is in the other divisions.

Last but not least, the smiles are plentiful and free! The joy on the face of each participant in BC Challenger makes it very clear how much fun they are having. No pressures, no playing time issues, everyone just has fun! It's what baseball is supposed to be all about.

Sunshine Kids

Sunshine Kids is a non-profit foundation dedicated to children with Cancer. Founded originally in 1982 by American cancer worker Rhoda Tomasco, who after working with the children, had a dream that there had to be something for them beyond the Hospital environment & so Sunshine Kids was born. Rhoda was present as Sunshine Kids celebrated its 25th Anniversary in the States in 2007

Adopted by Prudential Real Estate in the U.S. in 1991 as their Charity of choice, Prudential affiliates in Canada were successful in getting Sunshine Kids registered as a Canadian Charity in 2004.