Nelson’s Fraternal Order of Eagles (Aerie #22) made several local organization happy last week.
The Eagles made a total donation of $23,780 to 23 different groups and causes.
Les Johnson, president of the Nelson Eagles said this year’s donation surpassed last year’s charitable efforts.
All monies donated came from the Eagle’s Bingo games.
“Our Bingo crowds are actually getting larger now,” said Johnson.
In order to be eligible for a charitable donation, groups must contact the Eagles and apply.
“They send letters to the Eagles and we bring it up in our meetings and pass them on to the bingo committee.”
The Eagles club has been active in Nelson since 1899.
“I believe we are the only Eagles in Canada who are still in their original building,” said Johnson, adding that the membership is holding steady and younger members are starting to join.
This year’s recipients include:
Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation — $3,000
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation — $3,000
Salvation Army — $1,000
KootenayKiltie Pipe Band — $1,000
Kalein Hospice Centre — $1,000
Muscular Dystrophy — $1,000
Nelson Cares Society — $1,000
Nelson Food Cupboard — $1,000
Our Daily Bread — $1,000
Nelson Boy Scouts — $750
Nelson Girl Guides — $750
Nelson Air Cadets, Squadron #561 — $750
B. McJones Highland Dancers — $750
Nelson Figure Skating Club — $750
Nelson and District Riding Club — $750
Glacier Gymnastics — $750
Nelson Community Band — $750
Nelson Special Olympics — $750
Senior Citizens Coordinating Society — $500
Trafalgar School Breakfast Program — $500
Medical Assistance — $2,650
Post Graduate Scholarships — $500 (four)
Hospital TV Rental — $380.
