Jennifer Kellner receives a cheque from Andy Zimmerman from the CHML Y108 Children's Fund.

The local Hamilton Corus Radio station CHML and Y108 have been generous in supporting The Salvation Army in their efforts to assist children in Hamilton. The CHML/Y108 Christmas Tree of Hope was just lit up on Dec 4th, and already funds from their Children’s Fund are being given out to give hope to marginalized children. “We are so pleased to receive this grant from the Children’s Fund - it means that we will be able to have a direct impact on children in Hamilton and give hope. The Salvation Army is so grateful to the community and Y108/CHML for all that they do to support vulnerable people in Hamilton” Jennifer Kellner, spokesperson for The Salvation Army.

Halifax, November 1, 2009

The Maritime Salvation Army was one of the chosen recipients of special grant funding provided by The W. Garfield Weston Foundation. In response to the challenges created by the current economic downturn, the Foundation is providing additional support to more than 120 programs offered through registered Canadian charities.

The Weston Family owns George Weston Limited which today includes not only the family’s original baking company but also Loblaw Companies Limited.

The Salvation Army is encouraged by this practical demonstration of support. Programs at Salvation Army Centres in Summerside, Sussex and Spryfield will greatly benefit from this recent injection of resources.

The Foundation established this special one-time grant program to assist charitable organizations who provide the necessities of life to families struggling with basic human needs: food, clothing, shelter.

“Our family has had a close relationship with The Salvation Army and its colleagues for over 40 years. We are delighted to be able to support those in the Spryfield community”, said W. Galen Weston, President of the Foundation.

Mr. Weston was in Halifax touring the chain of Superstores and making personal contact with The Salvation Army to acknowledge their work within the community. A cheque presentation was made at the Lower Sackville Superstore in Lower Sackville.

“These funds are a much needed support to the new initiatives we have launched in Spryfield,” says Major Larry Martin, Divisional Commander for The Salvation Army Maritime Division. “Diverse needs are being presented and we need to be equipped to respond to the growing demands. Gifts such as this will enable The Salvation Army to continue to meet human need and be a transforming influence in our community.”

-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
The Salvation Army - Maritime Division
ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org
DIRECT: 902-456-2550