UMSLV Newsletter April 2015
In celebration of UMSLV turning two years old, the UMSLV committee and members of the community put their running shoes on to help raise funds for the Starlight Children’s Foundation. Starlight Foundation has been chosen as the charity as they do a wonderful job of making sick children feel better.
Community members banded together in the freezing rain and walked or jogged around Lake Hyland in Churchill. One of UMSLV’s objectives is to promote a healthy lifestyle so walking was the perfect way to help raise funds yet still be active and get the blood flowing. It is also important to socialise without technological distractions which occur far too frequently in our daily lives. After a few walks/jogs of the lake, all volunteers then enjoyed a light morning tea after their exercise. Children also made bookmarks for the same cause and they were available to purchase as attendees mingled over the delicious brunch. The total funds raised for the day was $248, which was donated directly to the foundation. This was especially important because Hayaan Ahmed, a community member, was in hospital and received Starlight assistance at times. There were also fun activities for the children, with the CFA providing the smoke house so the children learnt about staying low in fires. The CFA also provided information to community members on fire awareness, dangers around the house and how to avoid fires starting in the first place. All in all, the day was a success and a memorable day to celebrate two years of ‘believing, inspiring and celebrating.’ – Sarah Price
To read more about this month’s edition, click here: UMSLV Newsletter 12