The Honourable Jill McKnight MP, City of Delta Mayor George Harvie and REACH Liaison to City of Delta Councillor Dylan Kruger provided impactful speeches about the importance of the work Reach Society does in the community to help families with children who have extra extra support needs. MLA Ian Paton volunteered his auctioneering skills to benefit the cause and City of Port Coquitlam Councillor Steve Darling returned as the gala’s high-energy and entertaining MC.
During the evening, Reach Society children and families shared their achievements with stories, dance and music and guests reported being inspired by their in-person presence and authenticity. In addition, a video produced by media sponsor Eastlink Community TV featured nine children sharing what they like about attending the Ladner based Child Development Centre.
“The children and families we support are the heart of everything REACH does,” said Sarah Kocaba, Fundraising Manager for Reach Child and Youth Development Society. “Seeing our youth presenters share their talents and stories so proudly was a beautiful reminder of what is possible when families have access to the right support at the right time. The generosity shown by our community at this year’s Gala will help ensure more children have the opportunity to reach for the stars and achieve their full potential.”
Reach Society extends special gratitude for the support of Presenting Sponsor REALCO Properties. For six consecutive years, Realco Properties has sponsored Reach for the Stars glas at the highest sponsorship level. Their extraordinary generosity and steadfast partnership have helped transform the lives of countless local children with support needs and their families. Visit www.reachchild.org to learn more about Reach Child and Youth Development Society.
Photo: L:R Cote family with Steve Darling
Reach Child and Youth Development Society is a non-profit charitable society that has been providing services to children and their families since 1959. At Reach we believe in the potential of every child, and we know each child is unique. We work together with families to recognize each child’s strengths and develop their abilities. Reach currently provides programs and services to families in Delta, Surrey and Langley B.C. Over 1400 children and their families benefit from our services on an annual basis.
For more information or to donate visit: www.reachchild.org
