A December to Remember

A few years ago, I joined the Red Shoe Society whose sole purpose is to help raise funds and support for the Ronald McDonald Charities of Alberta. In that time, I have been a part of amazing activities and events throughout the year (silent auctions, curling bonspiels, dinners at the house, etc) and was blown away. From the outside the Ronald McDonald House in Edmonton is an amazing, classic looking building that brings character to the area. On the inside is a different story. The inside is a bustling place that is filled with hope, happiness, and positivity, but more importantly it provides a place of solace for families that are dealing with some of life's toughest battles. The Ronald McDonald House is a home away from home for families who need to travel due to a being seriously ill or injured and requiring medical attention. It helps to provide the families that need and use it a sense of togetherness during difficult times. 2020 has been a year to remember for all of us. We have and are dealing with a global pandemic whose reach and changes to our ways of life have hit each of us differently. Unfortunately, for the families who utilize the Ronald McDonald House some of these changes to their way of life or restrictions are in place every single day and do not end because a vaccine has been created. I know from the standpoint of the Red Shoe Society, we have not been able to complete many of our activities this year due to the lockdowns and restrictions that have happened. So, in order to bring some light and Christmas spirit to the House I am hoping to raise $500 to help them with their Christmas season and helping provide a place of comfort to those who truly need it. As a mother I cannot fathom what some of these families may feel, but I can empathize that I would love to be able to bring some normalcy whenever possible to those that I love. Please consider donating whatever amount you are able to as anything helps. If you donate more than $20, you will receive a tax receipt. Thank you for your time and generosity.