I officially launched our new Tree of Hope Campaign. The goal of this tree is to raise $500,000 for our new location in Kanata to give the place a facelift and make it more enjoyable for residents, staff and volunteers.
A donor can purchase a leaf on the tree for $2,500 and their message of hope will be forever immortalized on the wall at Hope Living in Kanata. Last night three of our generous donors made a contribution right there on the spot! Sam Spaturo got the very first leaf and his message of inspiration is "Never give up on your Dreams. Never give up!"
If you would like to make a contribution to this worthy project, please call Judy Stilwell at 613-789-8210 ext. 223 or CLICK HERE to donate online.
Throughout the evening we had President and Chair of Shepherds of Good Hope, Adam J. Smith speak as well as President and Chair of Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, John Peters.
Stephen Bartolo, Senior Manager of Shelter/Support Services, spoke about programs TESP (Transitional Emergency Shelter Program) and about ESP (Enhanced Support Program) that are new to the organization as of this year.
Joanne Hansen, Senior Manager Supportive Housing/Women’s Services, shared about the success of our newest supportive living residence, Hope Living which is now out in Kanata.
We also presented awards to those who have made an outstanding contribution to the success of the organization.
This award of achievement goes to the elementary school with the most contributions during the year to Shepherds of Good Hope. Presented to St. Francis of Assisi School and Holy Trinity High School.
Graduate Student Volunteer Award
This award is presented each year to a Student Volunteer in recognition of their dedication to their community. Presented to Emily Evans (Accepted by Principal Bill Walsh, All Saints Catholic High School).
Staff Service Award
This award is intended to recognize the staff member who acts with the client in mind in providing the best service possible in terms of quality, timeliness or completeness. Presented to Dave Cormier.
Agnes Devlin Volunteer Award
This award is presented each year to a long standing Volunteer in recognition of their dedication to Shepherds of Good Hope. Presented to Eric Long.
Community Involvement Award
Recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals, corporations or organizations of the community who have made significant contributions toward the betterment of the lives of the marginalized. Presented to Charles Logue, Posthumously (Accepted by the Logue Family on his behalf).
Partnership Award
Recognizes partnerships that exemplify excellence in service for the benefit of the homeless and the poor in our community. Presented to SOGH Seva Group (accepted by group member, Bhagwan Gupta).
Media Award
Honours outstanding journalism that enhances the public’s awareness and understanding of homelessness and the complex issues involved with it. Presented to CBC Ottawa (accepted by Joanne Steventon and Ruth Zowdu).
