Reach for the Stars: Gardens of Growth Gala raised $90,000 to benefit children with special needs at Reach Child and Youth Development Society in early October.
The community involvement for the annual Reach for the Stars Gala by sponsors, donors and guests made this special evening possible even during pandemic times.
“We deeply missed the in-person gathering of friends at this year’s Reach gala and are so grateful to everyone who came together while apart in support of our children and families at our online event,” said Reach Development Manager Kristin Bibbs. “The generosity of our auction donors and event sponsors who signed on for a very different event without hesitation was a heartwarming testament to the value placed on helping vulnerable communities during troubling times.”
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority was the presenting sponsor and CAPTIN Toyota sponsored Reach for the Stars gala 2020 at the platinum level. Registrants enjoyed a welcome package of goodies in their homes while watching the show that was delivered by Reach dedicated volunteers. Gala guests heard Reach children’s poems, songs and our featured family story on line and emcee Steve Darling engaged guests in front of the camera as though they were there in person. Interactive communication and fundraising elements like the silent auction and jewelry, air travel and 50/50 raffles added to the fun.
The big 50/50 raffle continues until draw date Dec. 7. Access it at https://reachsociety.rafflenexus.com/.
