Campaign and fundraising stories (not our signature events) ex face to face/third party event etc. Stories of champions who fundraise for us..

Shayne’s Story

DONATE TODAY Every day a person is given a palliative end-of-life diagnosis. This is scary and can leave them feeling alone and with nowhere to turn.By donating today, you can ensure they have a unique and dignified end-of-life care experience at no cost to the family.Will you give today?“Shayne was at peace here,” explained [...]

2024-12-16T13:49:16-07:00December 11th, 2024|Campaigns & Fundraising, Stories|

You can sparkle like a GEM!

DONATE TODAY I am writing to you today to ensure Pilgrims Hospice Society has a solid foundation for long-term sustainability by inviting you to join our GEM (Give Every Month) Club. This loyal inner circle is reserved solely for donors like you and me who give above and beyond, changing the lives [...]

2024-07-12T13:38:49-06:00July 12th, 2024|Campaigns & Fundraising|

Hike for Hospice: The Wilde Walk

Walter Wilde’s only wish was to die at home. But as his cancer progressed and a bout of pneumonia put him in hospital, he needed more care than his family could provide. That’s when his daughter, Julie, started researching hospices in the Edmonton area. When she found Pilgrims Hospice Society, she knew it [...]

2024-04-16T16:07:58-06:00April 16th, 2024|Campaigns & Fundraising, Stories|

Construction Starts – A Good News Story

Almost 100 people joined us for the milestone Building Commencement Ceremony, on Monday, August 12, celebrating the construction start of the Roozen Family Hospice Centre. Garnet Clark, Pilgrims Hospice Society Board Chair, captured the excitement of the event: "Volunteers and champions, donors and client families, neighbours, construction partners, and community representatives coming together to [...]

2019-08-19T11:31:29-06:00August 18th, 2019|Campaigns & Fundraising, Events, Press, Stories|

The Gift of Companionship – Lasith’s Story

Imagine being 35 years old and having to bring an oxygen tank to a movie with your friends. Lasith never let what others thought about him stop him from enjoying life and achieving what he wanted. But by the time he turned 38, he needed oxygen constantly, even while resting. Trapped at home by [...]

2019-03-19T14:32:35-06:00November 29th, 2018|Campaigns & Fundraising|
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