The Ladner Zephyrs have continued their support of Delta Hospital by raising $1,770 toward the expansion of the diagnostic services department. The hockey team hosted its second annual Christmas Classic in late December, which followed a successful inaugural event in 2013 that raised $1,645 for the hospital.
"We are so privileged to be the recipients of the Zephyrs' fundraising efforts for a second year in a row," says Sharla De Groote, Delta Hospital Foundation's special events manager. "Having this team of hockey players approach us with a creative way of supporting the hospital by doing something they are passionate about was fantastic."
Using the Delta Hospital Foundation's "Build-apage" website tool, which allows anyone in the community to create their own online fundraising event in support of the hospital, the Zephyrs were able to promote their event and encourage friends, family and fans to donate online. A strong community commitment to the hospital was also evident on the day with many observers donating to the cause at the game.
"Our team is made up of Ladner locals who care a lot about our community," says Brandon MacNeil, captain of the Zephyrs. "We were happy to continue our support for the hospital by hosting our Christmas
Classic again and we look forward to seeing how the community will benefit from the hospital expansion."
Fundraising events run by the community help the foundation raise thousands of dollars each year. To learn more about organizing your own fundraiser, visit www.dhfoundation.ca, call 604-940-9695 or email [email protected].
