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July 18, 2024
Vol. 12 No. 28
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by Brandon Mayer Next week will see the return of a popular and important fundraiser in downtown Kemptville. On Thursday, July 25, from 11:30am – 1pm, Royal Lepage Team Realty will host their Annual Jumpstart Fundraiser on the patio of their office at 139 Prescott Street. On the menu for lunch will be award-winning pulled pork sliders, served up by Pistol Packin’ Piggies, as well as cold drinks. In a conversation with the Times, Judy Littau from Royal Lepage Team Realty was eager to thank the “great community sponsors” of the fundraising event, including B&H Your Community Grocer, Grahame’s
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within North Grenville. Our agents like giving where they live. We’re all local agents and we like supporting locally.” Jumpstart is a Canadian Tire fundraising organization that helps less fortunate families enroll their children in organized sports and activities. It can help with fees and equipment, as needed. “Jumpstart is a good service because it provides opportunities for families who might not otherwise afford it so that kids can participate in any of the activities in town the same as their neighbours, classmates, and friends do”, Judy added. “No child should ever be left out of the opportunity to do a sport or an activity.”
Bakery, Catered Affairs, and, of course, the entire team at Royal Lepage. What happens if it rains? Not to worry! A tent will be set up for this rain-or-shine gathering. This annual BBQfundraiser was a regular event prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was cancelled during the pandemic due to infection control concerns, but this will be its third year since Royal Lepage moved into its location in downtown Kemptville. Why fundraise for Jumpstart? Because there is, perhaps, no better way to help local kids! “We like doing this Jumpstart fundraiser because Canadian Tire matches it dollar for dollar,” said Judy. “The money all stays
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The fundraiser has a proven track record, with the amount of money raised increasing with each passing year. Canadian Tire matches all of the funds raised. Including these matched funds, the BBQ brought in about $3,300 for Jumpstart last year. The program's motto is, “Support a Kid, Support a Community”. Judy adds that the BBQ is “always a good time, and a good opportunity to catch up with friends”. And what better way could there be to raise money for kids than enjoying an award winning pulled pork sandwich? Bring your friends and your appetite to 139 Prescott Street on July 25!
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