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t of the Storm benefit concert raises over $150,000
tober Out of the Storm benefit concert started as a
a and grew into an undeniable success.With the
lathes► Good, Arkells, Serena Ryder and Down-
s Band, the concert raised a total of $ 152,270. lhe
1 be matched two -to -one by the Federal govern -
each a grand total of $456;810 for relief efforts.
her of our generous sponsors had to complete
kkeeping and we had some final expensed that
paid before we could announce the final amount"
, chair of the Out of the Storm Committee said.
ted to make sure every penny was accounted for,
the cut off date to take advantage of Provincial
ching was imminent,"
e F3 tornado on August 21 people knew that a
ount of money had to be raised. Community
id individual volunteers. quickly connected and
rk on the event.
new we had to work ready fast, but It had to be
lt," said Larry gaff, of the Goderich Kinsmen
t didn't know what to expect, but it turned out
tion to raising funds, other major objectives of the
e to create awareness with the outside public and
he community together. With over 4,000 people in
c:e from across Canada and part of the US, Hoy
s shown to be a "huge success."
airs on my arms were on end when a video of
accounts from the tornado where shown" noted
re were thousands of people at the concert, but
d hear a pin drop and I was not the only one to
r
rtists cameout to help with hope flags and a quilt -
re, while a children's crafts station and local
restaurant food vendors served up signature dishes and
new treats.
The event attracted a large volunteer committee who lent
hours to make this event successful.
"The stage sound and .lighting were donated, as well as
most of the advertising," said Hoy. "The community support
was overwhelming.
For more information about the event or future
fundraisers for Goderich relief efforts please visit www.
goderich.ca.
Goderich Location
Would Iike4 thank everyone
for their kindness and patience since
Aug. 21 2011
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