Bo Van Pelt – Heart of the Open

2 07 2012

Bo Van Pelt is currently 16th on PGA Tour money leaders list and ranked 18th in FedEx Cup points

PGA Tour Pro, Bo Van Pelt, has added his support to the Community Child Abuse Council’s “Heart of the Open” Campaign! Fresh off his back nine battle with Tiger Woods over the weekend at the AT&T National, Bo has generously donated more than an hour of his time to give a private golf clinic while at the RBC Canadian Open later this month. Six lucky golfers will spend an hour on the course with Bo for a private clinic focused on chipping, putting, and sand saves, then join Bo for lunch at the exclusive RBC Clubhouse Suite on-site. The donation will raise funds to support vital child abuse prevention, education, and treatment programs provided by the Community Child Abuse Council, the Local Charity Partner of the 2012 RBC Canadian Open.

Interested in being part of Bo’s amazing group of six? Contact Karen at the Community Child Abuse Council (905-523-1020 ext. 11) right away…these spots will not last, and will be made available for auction at an upcoming Council fundraising event if not pre-sold. Big thanks to RBC for adding the exclusive luncheon (valued at $80 per person) to this package.

THANKS BO!


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Volunteers…the Heart of the OPEN

29 04 2012

The 2012 RBC Canadian Open (July 23-29) will be an exciting week of golf, and also an unprecedented week of fundraising for this year’s Local Charity Partner, the Community Child Abuse Council. Recruitment is now underway to assemble a team of volunteers willing to help the Council on-site during the week of the tournament…all part of the Council’s Heart of the OPEN Campaign to raise funds in support of child abuse education, prevention, and treatment programs. Can you spare some time to help out that week? If so, please visit the Council’s web site (www.childabusecouncil.on.ca) and look for the green “Volunteers” button on the home page…that will link you to a volunteer portal where you can register and join the team. There will be shifts each day, from Monday to Sunday, requiring more than 200 volunteers in total. All the action takes place at the beautiful Hamilton Golf & Country Club (in Ancaster), where volunteers will have a chance to soak up the atmosphere at one of the world’s leading golf tournaments before/after their shifts. So, please consider coming out to help, and know that each moment you give to the Council as a volunteer will directly help to make sure vital services are available to abused children and youth when they need them. THANK YOU!


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Campaign officially launched…and you can help!

9 04 2012

The Community Child Abuse Council’s Heart of the Open campaign kicked off officially today, beginning an unprecedented effort to raise funds in support of child abuse education, prevention, and treatment programs. Details about the campaign – and how you can help – are  posted on the Council’s web site: www.childabusecouncil.on.ca.

 

In partnership with the 2012 RBC Canadian Open, the Council is selling “inside the ropes” experience packages, corporate hospitality packages, and group tickets that get golf fans up close and into the action for the RBC Canadian Open’s return to the Hamilton Golf & Country Club, July 23-29. The Council’s team of volunteers will also be on-site at the tournament selling reuseable water bottles and purple awareness ribbons. Proceeds from all campaign activities will support vital prevention, education and treatment programs for child and youth victims of abuse and trauma.

A sizeable lead-off gift from RBC will enable the Council to enhance its current programs and services, but our community has an opportunity to join with RBC and realize an even greater result by supporting the Council’s campaign. Children as young as 3 years of age are currently waiting several months for trauma treatment, and the education and prevention initiatives so crucial to fighting child abuse are in need of financial investment. Remember, 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 6 boys are sexually victimized before reaching adulthood. Here in the Hamilton area, that translates into a significant

number whose lives are affected – shouldn’t we be able to help each and every one of them?

We may never see another opportunity like this one to respond as a community and invest in the lives of our youngest and most vulnerable members – please check out the many ways you can help to support the campaign, and help the Council in its efforts to create a community free of child abuse

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Chillin’ for Charity

5 01 2012

A shout out to all the brave souls who took part in any of the various “polar bear dip” events on

(Photo: Hamilton News)

January 1st to help raise funds for charitable causes. Not my own personal cup of iced tea, but an admirable feat nonetheless. From nearby Oakville’s big event to the smaller inaugural dip held this year to support the Community Child Abuse Council, these are social occasions as well as fundraising ventures. Costumes, props, and a beach full of supportive onlookers add to the festive atmosphere. A tip of the toque to all the volunteers, sponsors, participants, cheerleaders, and hot cocoa providers who make these chilly events happen. It takes a very warm heart to do such good from an icy dip in the lake. Happy New Year to all.


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A party with a purpose!

5 10 2011

It’s October, time for leaves to turn colour, for pumpkin pies, and for wardrobe changeovers. It’s also Child Abuse Prevention Month. And that means it’s time for The Mad Hatter’s Ball!

No ordinary fundraising gala dinner, this. It’s a party with a purpose. For one night only, the Ancaster Fairgrounds’ Marritt Hall will become Wonderland for a gathering like no other, featuring dinner, live music, dancing, casino, cash bar, and additional fun. It’s all in support of the Community Child Abuse Council, marking its 35th anniversary this year.

Full details can be found at: www.the2011mhb.com. Tickets are $75 pp and can be purchased online, or by calling 905-523-1020 ext. 10. Tables of 8 are also available.

Costumes are encouraged, but hats are essential. It’s the Mad Hatter’s Ball, after all. So find a topper, dust off your dancing shoes, and come out to play for a very good cause. You’ll be joining a great group of committed supporters who know how important the Council’s programs and services are to young people impacted by trauma and abuse. They include Chief of Police, Glenn De Caire (Honourary Patron), Jason “The Hatter” Farr (MC), a stellar line-up of musicians (all volunteering their talents) and community supporters with big hearts.

Hope to see you there!


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