Operation Red Nose Volunteer Windup Celebration

The Operation Red Nose Tri-Cities volunteer windup celebration was held January 26, at the Lions Den at the Boulevard Casino. One hundred and three guests enjoyed a Triple ‘O’ Burger with a pint of beer or a glass of wine. MC Rotarian Greg kept the evening moving, along with many volunteers sharing their favourite ride story. Everyone left with at least one door prize - a sincere thank you to all that donated prizes. At least 200 local kids will get to play sports this year and our community streets were a lot safer over the Christmas season because of efforts of the volunteers and the Red Nose program.

2011 was a record year for ORN. Kidsport Tri-Cities was presented with a cheque for $17,162 - the total amount of donations collected by Operation Red Nose's 139 volunteers. As a group the volunteers gave over 2,310 hours, covered 330 shifts, drove 14,987 km and provided 556 safe rides home. The average donation per ride this year was $30.87. We estimate 1,500 Tri-City residents made it home safe this holiday season.

Well done!