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Fundraising
Events
Hospice
fundraising events help us raise awareness, as well as the funds needed
to provide our programs and services. The enthusiastic support of our
volunteers, donors and supporters is very important to our success.
Great fun for a great cause! That’s what our fundraising
events
are all about at Hospice Greater Saint John. Each year, Hospice hosts:
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Angels Remembered
is a special event hosted by Hospice Greater Saint John that gives
people the opportunity to remember and honour their loved ones. Held
annually for two weeks prior to Christmas, people can place an angel on
one the Hospice Christmas trees in memory of or in honour loved ones
for a donation of any amount to Hospice. There are seven Angels
Remembered sites in the greater Saint John area: McAllister Place;
Saint John Regional Hospital; Sobey’s Rothesay; Lancaster
Mall;
Guardian Drugs; Wyndham Worldwide Call Centre; and, Wal-Mart. |
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The
Valentine Gala is held annually on the Saturday just prior to
Valentine’s
Day. Over 400 people attend our largest fundraiser and Saint John's "party of the season." The
evening begins with cocktails, followed by a special dinner, a Live
Auction and musical entertainment. Our popular Silent Auction runs all
evening. Tickets are $100/person. For details click here. |
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Hike
for Hospice
is held annually in May. People can walk, run and hike in memory of
loved ones. Registration is $25 and pledge sheets are available. The
top three fundraisers win a special prize. The top fundraising team
wins the Bayshore Cup. The top student fundraiser wins a $500 bursary.
At the end of the Hike, hikers enjoy a barbecue at Bobby's Hope House. |
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Play
Cards for Hospice
– Hosted by The Friends of Hospice Play cards, games, bridge,
etc. with friends at home or at organized events in the month of March
& April. It costs only $5/person to play and everyone is
eligible
for the special prize draw. |
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Play
Cards Luncheon – Hosted by The Friends of
Hospice Enjoy a very special luncheon with friends and play
cards—only $10/person! Held every May. |
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