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ROYAL LEPAGE SHELTER FOUNDATION
The reasons for giving run deep
Shanan Spencer-Brown, Executive Director, Royal LePage Shelter Foundation
We bring safety and hope to those affected by domestic violence
The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation is Canada’s largest public foundation dedicated exclusively to funding women’s shelters and domestic violence prevention programs. Since the Foundation’s inception 20 years ago, Royal LePage agents and brokers continue to make generous donations from their sales commissions, and organize and attend fundraising events in support of the cause. Why? They know they are helping women and children in their own communities to safely escape domestic violence and take important steps to rebuild their lives.
For others, their reasons for giving are more personal. There are many Royal LePage agents, men and women, who have experienced domestic violence in their own lives.
– Paula Mitchell, Royal LePage Meadowtowne Realty, Brokerage
100% of all funds raised goes to our cause
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Deep conviction
Barry Clark, area manager with Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty in Nanaimo, British Columbia encourages his agents to support the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. A close family member of his was a victim of extreme violence, so he wants to help others who may be in the same situation. Barry’s support of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation stems from his deep conviction that there should be a safe place for abused women and their children to go when they need help.
Making a difference
James * grew up in a violent home. Along with his mother, he and his siblings were routinely emotionally abused by their father. Too often, threats of physical violence against James became a reality. In the past, the impact of domestic violence on children was not as widely recognized as it is today. While James knows he cannot change his childhood circumstances, he chooses to make a difference for other affected children by supporting the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation as a Commission Donor. He also frequently participates in fundraising events.
Rebuilding lives
Pauline * was a victim of domestic violence. As a young mother, she was in an abusive relationship. As the violence intensified, it became apparent that her life was in danger, but there wasn’t a local shelter in the town where she lived. Fortunately, Pauline found the support systems she needed to break free and rebuild her life. Today, she recognizes that the shelters we support across Canada are vital to the safety of thousands of women in similar situations. This is why she is an active supporter of her local shelter and participates in Royal LePage Shelter Foundation fundraising events organized by her office.
Together, our supporters create lasting and positive changes in the lives of thousands of families across Canada.
* Names have been changed for privacy.
How we help
National Garage Sale for Shelter: This annual event is the largest, multi-location charity garage sale in Canada and has raised $3 million since 2009.
Commission donations: Agents generously donate a portion of their sales commissions to support the cause.
Fundraising events: Locally-organized charity tournaments, gala dinners, silent auctions, and more, to raise funds and awareness.
Challenge for Shelter Treks: A unique travel/fundraising opportunity, challenging our agents to push themselves to the limit.
Help end domestic violence in Canada
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OVER $30 MILLION RAISED
