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1913 · Thursday, 24, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com | Friday,November November 15, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com `Ti `T Ti is s the sea season son... ng! ng for giv fo ivi vi in This holiday season, the perfect gift is one their dreams, to have a second chance, to form new friendships and gain the conthat comes from your heart.Day®, National Philanthropy mandate that you must volunteer fidence they need to reach their full poNovember 15, is the special day set or get involved. Philanthropy is so As you take time to check your list twice, tential. Caring donors in our community aside to recognize and pay tribute powerful and inspiring precisely consider what a perfect gift can do for a child make this possible. to the great contributions that phibecause it is voluntary--that or family in need. lanthropy--and those people active through the goodness of our hearts, "Thanks to the support and encourageCatherine is a single mom who found herin the philanthropic community-- through our need to connect, ment I found at the YMCA, I grew stronger, world will participate in NPD events self having to rebuild her life. She is just one and with exercise I was able to control my have made to our lives, our comthrough our desire to see a better and celebrations. These events of the more than 2,100 people in need in our anxiety. Today, I'm healthier, more confimunities and our world. world, we come together to improve include award ceremonies, galas, community who have turned to the YMCA of dent and a better parent. I feel so good On National Philanthropy Day®, the quality of life for all people. luncheons, seminars and other speOakville for help this year. my future now. speak charities around the world thank cial events. about Through your generosity, bilOutstanding donors, vol- If I could Your tosupport. the YMCA Strong Kids campaign to donors directly right now, I would say you forgift your Your involveof dollars and volunteer hours unteers, corporations, foundations, lions will help provide financial assistance single thank you for changing myare and for giv- year to countless ment--whether it's mentoring, to every small businesses, youth in philan- life given parent families, families with low ing mywill son and I the opportunities weand had volunteering, giving, staffing an incomes, charities around the thropy and others be honored on nonprofits or those that have fallen on hard times and only dreamed of. To us, that is our perfect event or showing your support on NPD in recognition of their work in world. Millions and millions of prorequire transitional support due to illness, cri- gift." - Catherine social media--makes philanthropy improving their communities and grams--from feeding the hungry sis or loss of employment. possible, and makes National their world every the needy, curing the day.your perfect gift and Make to clothing the YMCA At your YMCA people are finding cour- makes Philanthropy Day so special and the What sick, saving Strong philanthropy Kids campaign by donating at the environment-- so age to believe in themselves ­ to reach for meaningful. special is that no one is required to happen every day because of you www.ymcaofoakville.org. In 2011, more than 125 commu- give of themselves. There are no and your commitment to your nities and 50,000 people around the national laws or regulations which favorite causes. As Chairman of the Oa kville Hospital Found ation, I think about phi it's to consider the rig lanthropy a great deal. ht wa ay to inspire and eng Whether age others to suppor campaign, or to give t the new Oakville Ho thought to my own cha spital rita a bl e con trib is central to my life. utions in the communit y ­ philanthropy On the occasion of Na tional Philanthropy Da ay, I consider the wo dictionary definition rd and its meaning ­ the true meaning. not the Philanthropy means: You've made a conscio us decision to improve the world l around you, with the to you meansfrom The perfect gift comes you hav a e availab a le Ha aving a good life inc the heart and has the ludes making life f better for those out immediate circle, and side of your often for power to lives. total stra ngechange rs Sharing what you have with others, including you r time and you Philanthropy in suppor Help aOa child or family in r passion t of the kville Hospital Founda tion means all of these things in sup porthis t of you need holiday season, r communit y's healthcare. "State of the art" onl y hap make your perfect gift toy, bec pens thr ough philan thropy government doesn't ause fund new clinical equipm Kids ent. So your philanthropy, at every the YMCA Strong dollar amount, places essential medical equipment in the hands campaign today at of our car egivers. They deserve our sup ymcaofoakville.org. port, just as you des erve the best availab healthcare. a le On National Philanthr Together we can help children with opy Da ay, on behalf of the Bo ard of Directors of the Oakville Hospital disabilies fulfill their potenal and Foundation ­ and mo re importantly ­ on beh of the thousands of live alf s you've made better reach for their dreams. because you found meaning in your philan thropy, thank you. Philanthropists young and old honoured Give the perfect gift on National Philanthropy Day Help YMCA to build strong kids Teach h your kids k d the h power of f giving (NC)--Charitable giving is important throughout the year, but especially during the holidays. Busy families wrapped-up in seasonal commitments can often overlook those who are less fortunate. This year, instil the importance of giving in your children by having them help you select items like toys, clothing and books to give to families in need. It will brighten someone else's holiday and teach your kids the true meaning of the season. · Durability--Durable toys will last for years and offer enjoyment for generations. Donating cheaply made toys will only provide temporary fun and perhaps some heartache when they break--also putting pressure on the family to replace the item. Large playhouses, wooden trains or athletic equipment are great examples of durable toys children love. Give the perfect gift In my dreams... · Unisex--Choosing a unisex toy will not only ensure that your donation is suitable for any child, it also makes it easier for charities that may have an overabundance of gender-specific toys on-hand, to distribute. Zanymals, animals whose different parts can be switched around to create wacky beasts, from Little Tikes, are suitable for animal-loving boys and girls aged three years and up. · Classic--Classic toys are tried, tested and true. Bright colours, practicality and safety make these items a guaranteed favourite for any child in need. Choose a treasure your children have known and loved for years because classic toys like cars and dolls never go out of style. Begin a new, charitable tradition in your family this year. After all, it's the season of giving. I play soccer with my friends. I can overcome barriers. Kids like me have endless opportunities. Donate today ymcaofoakville.org Charitable Registration # 11906 4400 RR0001 YMCA of Oakville Join our Dream Team. Visit ErinoakKids.ca or call 905-855-2690 ext. 4437 to donate Charitable Registraon Number 11890 1446 RR0001 Bruce Galloway