Toronto Couple Has a Plea

From Rabbi Itchyand Goldy Grossbaum:

I know you are thinking, what another voting competition… The answer is yes, it’s finally Canada’s turn.

The Friendship Circle is comprised by a circle of friends, you, a child with special needs, a teen volunteer, their families, and all who support our effort. We are building a world with Friends, one person at a time!

The Friendship Circle Toronto is a non-profit organization that addresses the challenges facing the families of children with special needs in a novel and innovative way.

The organization pairs up local teenagers with the children for a full range of ongoing specially tailored programs: Friends @ Home, Sunday Circle & Teen Scene, Sports League, Birthday Club, Holiday Programs, Workshops, Mom & Dad’s Night Out.

The Friendship Circle touches so many. The child with special needs looks forward to the special events they attend where they are cared for in a fun atmosphere. The teenage volunteer learns the value of giving, and cherishes the experience of making a difference in a child’s life. The child’s family gets much needed respite and the pleasure of seeing their child become part of the community.

Our idea is to expand our activities and programs to accommodate the high demand of these children and families. Including training our volunteers to understand the impact of their bonding and relationship with these children with Special needs.

The Aviva Community Fund would be used towards buying new equipment and creating a new play area to further enrich the experience and offer the ultimate respite for Families and the Children with Special needs.

The Friendship Circle is made up of five parts: volunteers, children, parents, staff, and supporters. The true beauty of the Circle is how we all link together to form a seamless circle of friendship.

Together, we can perform miracles. visit us at FriendshipCircleToronto.ca

You Can help Friendship Circle Toronto win up to $500,000, Here’s how to vote:

STEP 1: Register (just fill in your email address and a password and screen name).

STEP 2: Check your email and click on the link to confirm your registration

STEP 3: Sign in

STEP 4: Vote now (the yellow button)

STEP 5: Please vote tomorrow too.