Rotary Interact Club Helps Syrian Refugees
Posted by Eric Germain
on May 27, 2016
Rotary Interact Club Helps Syrian Refugees
The Rotary Interact Club of J. Percy Page High School recently presented a cheque for $200 to the Edmonton Islamic Family Social Services to assist with their work helping Syrian families settle into the Edmonton community. Ghada Ageel, Refugee Support Manager for the Islamic Social Services Association and her colleague attended the Rotary Interact Club meeting to accept the cheque from Rotary Interact Club President Sophie Berube and her fellow Rotary Interactors.
Ms. Ageel was very complimentary and grateful for the funds and the community initiative to assist the local Syrian refugees. She commented on what a great initiative this was for young people to recognize the global concern for displaced Syrian families, and to take positive action to address it. Ms. Ageel stated, “Your financial support is very much appreciated and helps us continue our work to assist Syrian families settling in our community”.
The $200 in funds was raised by the Rotary Interact Club selling 100 roses for Valentine’s Day. The roses were generously donated by Heather de Kok’s Grower Direct Flower Store.
