Walk for Hope – May 28th 2011
UPDATE: Thank you to all our walkers who joined us for a wonderful morning together…See you next year!
The community of L’Arche Daybreak wants to thank everyone who participated in coming out to support this special event– Walk for Hope – on Saturday, May 28th. More and more, the mission of L’Arche Daybreak flows far beyond the boundaries of our homes and programs as we strive to build relationships in the wider community through collaboration. Participation in this event shows us that this is working – thank you!!
This year we partnered with our local BMO Branch at Yonge & Tower Hill and three local high schools – Richmond Hill Secondary School, St. Theresa of Lisieux High School and Jean Vanier Catholic High School. Their presence made such a significant impact through their participation and volunteer involvement.
In the spirit of building a stronger community, Mr. Paul Calandra, MP Markham-Oak Ridges and Dr. Helena Jaczek, MPP Markham-Oak Ridges also attended our Walk for Hope. They both spoke in support of L’Arche Daybreak and shared their commitment to work together to increase resources for people with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Having so many people join us reflects significantly on the power of collaboration in building a more connected community.
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Saturday, May 28th 2011
Location: L’Arche Daybreak, 11339 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, L4S 1L1
9:00 am Registration | 10:00 am Walk. Click on “more” below for more information and a map of the walk.
Last year we held this event in September and raised over $20,000. This year we are partnering with three local high schools – Jean Vanier Catholic High School, Richmond Hill Secondary School and St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic High School – in a collaborative effort to raise funds for our homes and programs as well as to promote greater awareness about our community in serving adults with intellectual disabilities across York Region.
More and more, the mission of L’Arche Daybreak flows far beyond the boundaries of its homes and programs. L’Arche Daybreak continues to break new ground not only around the inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities, but around the fundamental value of people with intellectual disabilities in creating a dynamic and compassionate society.
Your support can help to make an impact on the lives of so many people living with an intellectual disability, their families and the community at large.
If you would like to walk with us on Saturday, May 28th, please contact Christine at office@larchedaybreak.com or call 905.884.3454 ext. 233.
To make an online donation supporting a Walker please visit our page on Canada Helps, then click on DONATE NOW. On the Charity Profile screen fill in the donation amount and in the Fund Designation Drop-down Menu select WALK FOR HOPE. Enter the Walker’s name in the Message Box and press continue at the bottom of the page.
Thank you for your support
Thank you for your participation
Thank you for making a difference
Walk Route: Leaving the property of L’Arche Daybreak – exit on to Devonsleigh – go down Yorkland to Elgin Mills – cross over to Yonge Street – walk up Yonge Street back on to the property of L’Arche Daybreak. Distance: 4.2 km.
