Dear Editor:
Concert For A Cure: A Juvenile Diabetes Fundraiser, held on March 12 at Centre Stage Theatre in Summerland, was an amazing success.
The support we received from the community was a true showcase of Summerland’s spirit. All together, with ticket sales, sponsorships, the silent auction and wine, we raised $5,100 for JDRF.
JDRF is a global leader in the search to end Type 1 diabetes. Many families are affected by type 1 diabetes in Canada and around the world, including mine. It feels great to raise money and awareness for such an important cause. As JDRF’s slogan says, let’s turn type one into type none.
I would like to thank all of the performers and volunteers at this event. Summerland Secondary School student Ben Lusted did a great job telling his story of living with type 1 diabetes.
A special thank you goes out to John Rousseau for immediately stepping up to the plate and supporting this event.
I would like to thank our main sponsors, the Rotary Club, the Kinsmen Club, and the Summerland Credit Union, as well as all the local businesses that generously donated to the silent auction. I would also like to thank Okanagan Crush Pad for being a part of this event.
When someone decides to do something like this, they can never be sure how it will turn out. Believe me, I had my doubts. But at the end of the day, I knew that my intentions were good and that the only way I could lose was if I didn’t follow through and hold this event. It feels incredible to see how the people and businesses in Summerland supported Concert For A Cure. You all made it such a positive and memorable experience.
Once again, thank you. I look forward to making next year’s event even bigger and better. See you there!
Brad Besler
Summerland
