Brigadoon
July Newsletter 2011

 

A Note From Dave

As we issue the Summer BrigaNews, we are 3 weeks away from our 1st camp at Brigadoon...which happens to be the first of its kind in Canada. Here are a few other interesting numbers as we count down to opening:

  • 30 degree Celsius - temperature in the Brigadoon office from July 18 - July 27;
  • 12 full-time/part-time staff at Brigadoon;
  • it took exactly 144 months from idea to reality to build Brigadoon;
  • there are 9 letters in the word Brigadoon;
  • $0.09 cost per dollar raised;
  • $7.7 million raised to date for Building Brigadoon;
  • 79% realized asks;
  • 28 Memorandums of Understanding are currently secured with Brigadoon;
  • 1,779 donors to Brigadoon;
  • 17 Board Members with 6 full-time sub-committees;
  • 7 Fund Development Volunteers;
  • One very large and complex dream...almost realized.

Peace and Good Health,

Dave

Building Brigadoon

We are thrilled to inform you that work is going well on Brigadoon Village. 
Here is a recent photo:

        

Gift Announcement

We are happy to announce a gift from Insurance Adjusters Association of $5,000 to the Capital Campaign.  We look forward to building a great relationship and working with Insurance Adjusters Association in the future.

Paul Harris Fellowship

Brigadoon's Executive Director, Dave McKeage was honoured as a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Club New Minas Sunrise. The Paul Harris Fellowship was established in 1957 to honour those who have made substantial contributions to humanitarian and educational causes. Dave was both "honoured and humbled to receive such a prestigious distinction".  

Special Thanks!

Almost $50,000 has been raised for Brigadoon Village this year by 3rd Party Fundraisers. A big thank you to everyone who has taken the time to organize a fundraiser in support of Brigadoon. In June and July events include the 4th Annual Great-West + London Life Black Tie Bingo, Rotary Club of New Minas Sunrise Camp Out for Kids and the Valley Ford Charity Invitational Golf Tournament.

We're Hiring!

Brigadoon is currently seeking two Kitchen Support staff and two Housekeeping staff.   

For information on this opportunity, please visit the website at: http://www.brigadoonvillage.org/general-content/general-content/job-opportunities.html

Hey Volunteers!

Brigadoon is currently recruiting volunteers for our very first camp - Camp Guts and Glory.

For information on this opportunity, please visit the website at: http://www.brigadoonvillage.org/general-content/general-content/job-opportunities.html

Stuff We're Looking For!

Brigadoon is currently seeking a number of items - some of which you may have in your garage, basement or attic! 

Please visit our wish list at: http://www.brigadoonvillage.org/general-content/general-content/wish-list.html

Book your next Meeting while Supporting a Great Cause!

Brigadoon Village is a sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere with great amenities and exceptional views. Located on the beautiful Alylesford Lake in Kings County, Nova Scotia, it is opened year-round (including weekdays, weekends and holidays). The Village is available for site rental from September to June provided the facilities are not being used by the children and families we serve. Think about hosting your next meeting, retreat, conference or symposium,  at Brigadoon, with all proceeds going directly to the mission to assist in the betterment of the lives of children, young and families living with chronic illness through research, teaching, experiential learning, and exceptional fun.

For more information on bookings, please contact Jen Kelday at jen.kelday@brigadoonvillage.org or 902.698.0508.

  
 

SAVE THE DATE
BrigadoonVillage Grand Opening!

Saturday, October 1, 2011

10:30 am - 3 pm

 

Hope to see you!

Brigadoon at the Trail Shop

The Trail Shop and The North Face have paired up again to offer new Brigadoon gear!  The results this time are some awesome North Face/Brigadoon fleece tops which are available for purchase at the Trail Shop (Halifax and Wolfville locations).  Thank you to The Trail Shop and The North Face for another amazing product!


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Rotary International

It is extremely exciting to realize that a camp for chronically ill children could become a reality in a few years. The members of the Rotary Club of New Minas Sunrise are very proud to be involved with Camp Brigadoon Society fundraising for this much needed project.

Adam Smith, President
New Minas Sunrise Rotary Club
 
CAMP GUTS & GLORY

Camp Guts and Glory is open to children and youth throughout the Maritimes living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. It is the first camp in Canada serving this population.

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Office Assistant Extraodinaire- Maartje Stroink

Maartje has been a tremendous asset to the Brigadoon office keeping mail outs on track, purchasing office supplies and always bringing with her a friendly smile and positive attitude.  Thanks Maartje!

 
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