For over 30 years CENTURY 21 Canada has been encouraging their System members to support Easter Seals and help send kids with disabilities to Camps where they can experience something truly special. When we hear about how an office who’s been inspired to make a difference, it’s nice to share their story.
I was luckily enough to atten camp when I was a child. I realized how lucky I was after meeting the Easter Seals Youth Ambassador, Melissa, during the CENTURY 21 Canadian Conference in September 2011. Melissa attended the Conference with her mother to share her story about how Easter Seals Summer Camps had made a difference in her life. Loving to share her joy with hugs, she was inspiration to all who met her.
Inspired by the courage Melissa has, nmy goal was to try and make a difference for at least one child with disabilities in 2011. The challenge was presented to my team at CENTURY 21 Atria Realty, and a fundraising committee, made up of sales professionals and support staff, was created. They’ve been tasked to come up with ways they could fundraise for Easter Seals.
A silent auction and raffle was planned for their 2011 Christmas party. Held at the Shangri-la Banquet Hall & Convention Centre in Markham, the event was well attended by staff and various business partners along with a special guest, an Easter Seals Youth Ambassador. My team raised $3677.08 for Easter Seals and one lucky raffle winner, went home an extra bit of cash. We received great support and donations from family, friends and our realtors.
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