Five Counties Smashes $40,000 Fundraising Goal From Third-Annual Backyard Summer Social

Five Counties Children’s Centre’s (FCCC) signature gala fundraising event, ‘The Centre’s Backyard Summer Social’ surpassed the $40,000 mark for the third straight year, raising $41,775 to support kids’ treatment service.

Julie Davis, FCCC Board of Directors chair (left) and Petes’s mascot, Roger (right) were among the guests to help kick off summer at the third annual Backyard Summer Social. Photo courtesy of FCCC.

All proceeds raised through the Backyard Summer Social go to the Centre’s Building Abilities for Life campaign which directly benefits children in the community to receive high-demand treatment services according to a press release. This includes providing priority speech-language therapy and occupational therapy to children and youth who need them and reducing wait times for these life-changing services.

“The day was supposed to be a washout, but the rain held off just long enough on June twenty-second for us to enjoy a fabulous afternoon outdoors. The Backyard Summer Social was filled with fun, games, music, laughter, good conversation, and memorable moments – all while supporting our kids,” said Scott Pepin, FCCC CEO. “We know the earlier a child can access important treatment programs for development, communication or physical needs, the better their outcome. That’s why fundraising events like this one allow us to see more kids and fill the gaps that can’t always be covered by government funding.”

The Backyard Summer Social is billed as an event for people age 19+ that allows adults to be kids again. This year, attendees enjoyed music, food, entertainment, a live auction, door prizes, and fun activities including axe throwing, jousting, circus performances, a petting zoo and old-fashioned picnic games.

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