Childrens Hospital Foundation Radioathon

There has to be a million great causes to part you from your money now a days. But I’m telling you, sick kids has to be top of the list. Come on.. Sick kids? Oh my heart! Alright and puppies, ok dogs.. I’m a sucker for dog rescues. Wait, and elephants, Ok maybe dolphins too. For love of god, I need a second job. My point is, when it’s local, and there’s sick kids involved, it is worth the time and the $$ to get involved, always..

And I'll tell ya what- Saskatoon is the best at this rally and support thing, yes we are!  Look at the love, money + efforts that come together for the Kinsmen Foundation's annual Telemiracle here in Saskatchewan.  Going into their 41st year this coming March 2017. They've raised millions for Saskatchewan residents helping those with physical challenges access to special needs equipment and medical assistance that wouldn’t otherwise be attainable. Thats how we do things here on the prairies. It’s how we were raised. Spreading the love regardless of race, creed, or religion. Take that Trump. 

To read some of their stories go to Children's Hospital Sask

Unfathomable to imagine, and thank god for small mercies, that most of us will never have to know the pain, suffering, and anxiety these children and their families endure.  No one ever knows what the future holds regarding the health of a child, grandchild, niece or nephew.  It takes a a lot of dedicated and caring people to build a successful fundraising effort such as the Children’s Hospital Radioathon .

Piper and Marcus  

There is a small army of volunteers, supporters, sponsors and donators that pull off this three day event. And with a 6am start time daily, my level of 'you people are THE shit'  kinda went up a notch. Ya ya, I know there are waves of shifts and replacement volunteers, but there are also individuals that are there for the full shindig each day.  The funds being raised are for the sole purpose of pediatric care and equipment for the province of Saskatchewan. And without a doubt we will be needing a lot of it to fill that brand new children's hospital with some top notch, cutting edge technology and equipment. 

Great vibes - fun people. A big high five to all that selflessly come out to do their part, ring those phones, and help raise some serious moola. All $431,409.60 of it! 

Until next year folks

~TD

Harold E.

Hey there,  I want you all to meet Harold Empey. Local Saskatonian, retired Federated Co-op Executive, and recipient of the 2011 Cornerstone of the Community Award. I had the pleasure of meeting Harold again for the second time a few weeks back for some portrait shots to help promote Harold and all his tireless time and efforts he pours into the Saskatoon community.  

Harold is also an advocate and promoter for the Just in Case binder. Supplied through the Saskatoon Community Foundation. This binder is a priceless guide through finding and collecting the information that your executor and loved ones might need Just in Case. Many of us leave our loved ones with too little information. The Just in Case Binder and Seminars help to create an open dialogue about your wishes and work to educate people on the things that will need to be completed once you are gone. 

This sweet warm soul always puts a smile on my face. He's a great story teller,  you can't not want to sit and visit for a while. My first time meeting Harold was at one of his Just In Case binder presentations. He is an excellent presenter, and pleasure to listen to, even though the subject isn't all that uplifting.. I have to say many thanks to my Financial planning wiz Tammy Richmond at Soterra Financial Group for the much needed, and appreciated invite to that event! 

Harold you are such a bright light. Thank you for all that you do.