6th Annual Vancouver Island Motor Gathering “Since 2015, the Foundation’s partnership with the GAIN Group has raised muchneeded funds for families with children going through the organ transplant process.”
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n Sunday, August 26, the David Foster Foundation was honoured to be a part of the 6th Annual Vancouver Island Motor Gathering for the fourth consecutive year. Since 2015, the Foundation’s partnership with the GAIN Group has raised muchneeded funds for families with children going through the organ transplant process.
Over 7,500 enthusiastic spectators attended the event.
Surpassing last year's totals, this year the Motor Gathering raised $186,218 in cash donations for the David Foster Foundation, the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation, and families within the Cowichan Valley. Over a hundred sponsors participated in the event to contribute to its great success. Thank you to the GAIN Group for creating a fun-filled day on the track, as well as an opportunity for people within the community to come together in support of others. People of all ages admired over 400 classic, unique, modern, and custom cars and motorcycles displayed at the track. It was an honour to share our message about the importance of organ donation with over 7,500 spectators. The DFF team was thrilled to talk to people who were inspired to register their consent for organ donation because of the information that was shared with them that day. This is truly invaluable! We were so grateful for the opportunity to engage with those in attendance.
Evanne, two-time heart recipient, and her brother Bauer spoke with attendees about organ donation and shared Evanne’s story.
The $100,000 donated to the David Foster Foundation from the Motor Gathering will make a positive difference in the lives of families and children going through the organ transplant process. Thank you for showing them that they are never alone. The strength of our communities is inspiring! We look forward to seeing everyone next year on August 25, 2019!
David Foster Foundation and Cowichan District Hospital Foundation were the grateful benefactors of the event.
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