Correspondence: Email from Evelyn Schumacher regarding Juan de Fuca 55+ Activity Centre
A request for a donation (basket or funds) for a craft fair raffle to support the Activity Centre.
Juan de Fuca 55+ Activity Centre
From: Evelyn Schumacher Sent: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 8:44 PM To: Mayor And Council Email mayorandcouncil@viewroyal.ca Subject: Juan de Fuca 55+ Activity Centre
Dear Mayor & Council Members,
I am writing to ask for support for Juan de Fuca 55+ Activity Centre. Every November we have a two day craft fair to help support our Centre. The majority of the crafts at the Craft Fair are made by Members of Juan de Fuca, donating their time and often the materials to make the crafts. The money raised at the craft fair is used to replace broken, run down or worn out items. Last year one of our big purchases was a new stove for the kitchen. Yes, we have a kitchen that offers lunch on a daily basis, all prepared by volunteers.
Our membership fees of $123 per year goes to WestShoreParks&Rec to pay for the building rent & maintenance. There is no further cost for Members to participate in programs, anywhere from Tap Dancing to learning Spanish to Lapidary. We rely on Member expertise to offer programs and pass along their skills. We are 100% Volunteer run. Members run the programs, the office, the kitchen, entertainment, social dances and anything that goes on within our Centre. If the Seniors wish to make a purchase (such as chairs/ tables/ games etc) they need to raise the funds themselves. We do not receive government support. Many of our members come from the Westshore area. We have approximately 1200 members participating in activities to remain engaged and active as they age. Doctors have even recommended grieving spouses join our Centre to help them cope with a new lifestyle.
I am asking if the Town of View Royal would gift to JDF Seniors a filled basket that will be raffled off at our Craft Fair or money so that we can purchase items to fill a basket. The Seniors apply for a raffle license from BC Gaming. Your gift, no matter how big or small, will be greatly appreciated.
Oh yes, the kitchen; you don't need to be a member to stop by for lunch - - check us out!!
Thank you for your consideration Evelyn Schumacher 1st Vice President, Juan de Fuca Seniors