Miracle on Ilsley Avenue

This past Saturday, the Purolator Courier distribution centre in Burnside Park, Dartmouth looked like Santa’s workshop: gifts and packages hurriedly sorted, large elves scurrying around …and, Santa himself!

It was the annual Adopt-a-Family partnership between The Halifax Daily News and Purolator for The Salvation Army. One hundred families will enjoy a memorable Christmas this year, 25 more than last year.

The response was so overwhelming it took just three days to hook up sponsors for all 100 families via the pages of the newspaper.

It was an exhilarating morning with a steady stream of emotional donors supplying the gifts.

“There’s just something about seeing the description of the families and the kids in the paper”, said Cheryl, a donor. Who’s getting the most excitement out of this effort; the families or the donors? You decide.

Check out the miracle on Ilsley Avenue by clicking on the image above to see the 5 minute video. Click on the image below to visit our on-line photo album.


-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org

For more details on the Salvation Army, visit:
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

Santa Shuffle 2007 - Halifax

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This year's Santa Shuffle in Halifax blew past all expectations..!

Embraced by CFB Halifax this year, at least several more hundred runners and shufflers took part. Watch this space for more details on the success of the event and our forthcoming video.

Meanwhile, check out our on-line photo album by double-clicking on the photo above. Be sure to share this link with your friends and anyone who took part---or who may consider being part of the fun and fund-raising for The Salvation Army next year!

-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org

For more details on the Salvation Army, visit:
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

Special Delivery on PEI

Where else can you find a city, an entire county, a third of a province…all united in one selfless community effort?

For those of us who've been unaware of this community miracle, I’m glad I had my camcorder and camera along. Otherwise, you might doubt what I would tell you about the Postal Food Drive in Prince County, PEI.

Witness the miracle for yourself by clicking on the image above to view the video. You can check out our memorable photo-album by clicking on the image below.

-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org

For more details on the Salvation Army, visit:
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

No better investment: Moms and Kids Camp

Double-click on the image above to see the eight minute video. To view the complete photo-album, double-click at the end of this story.

I’ve been actively soaking up the stories of The Salvation Army across the Maritimes for over a year now. It’s hard to think of a better investment by donors than the impact I’ve witnessed at Moms & Kids Camp at Scotian Glen.

Mothers (most of them single parents) come from across the region and face enormous stresses of raising kids on their own. Many of them might not make it if it weren’t for this break. They bond with other women facing similar challenges—building their confidence and support network. Meanwhile, the social and behavioural skills of their kids are nurtured as they blossom at camp. The counselors and Scotian Glen staff are experts at making it all happen.

The impact of these experiences can be life-long, often transforming adults and children in a positive way forever.

During my brief visit, I could see stress melting away, the human spirit and precious family bond being strengthened. The video and photo album I’ve assembled for you are testimony to that.

To view the complete photo album, click here.

-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org

For more details on the Salvation Army, visit:
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

25 years of love and compassion

Double-click on the image above to view our video-slideshow.

It’s often said that a society will be judged by the manner in which it treats its most vulnerable members. Some of the most vulnerable are our seniors, particularly those who need 24-hour by seven-day-a-week care.

Perhaps that’s why New Brunswickers feel a strong sense of pride regarding Lakeview Manor, The Salvation Army’s nursing home in Riverview. The compassion and love for those who are most vulnerable and infirm is readily on display, and is a comforting reflection of the social state of society in the province.

Lakeview celebrated its 25th anniversary this past weekend. It was an ideal opportunity to record tender moments and to share those with you.

-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org

For more details on the Salvation Army, visit:
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division

Cold night, warm hearts

Imagine that it’s one of the coldest nights of the year. And you’re preparing to spend it in a sleeping bag outside near the street. Not just this night, but every night. How does someone survive something like that?

To get an idea, see my short video below the picture of Ray.

Ray

-Ron
Ron Zima ADpPR
Fund Development & Public Relations
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division
ron_zima@can.salvationarmy.org

For more details on the Salvation Army, visit:
Salvation Army, Maritimes Division