Peace River Regional Women’s Shelter is gearing up for its annual Used Book Sale, set to take place from May 1-3.
“The money raised goes toward operational costs associated with running our shelter,” explains executive director Sandra O’Doherty.
“We’re hoping people from around the region will come out to support our initiative.”
The Used Book Sale will be held at the Chateau Nova in Peace River and purchases can be made with cash only. O’Doherty notes there is an ATM on-site.
This year, books, DVDs, and puzzles can be dropped off at the Grimshaw Library until April 25, at Restorative Justice and the Chateau Nova from April 26 until May 1.
“If you have any books that you’ve already read and have no use for, please drop them off to be used as part of our fundraiser,” says O’Doherty.
“We are hoping to raise much-needed funds, as well as provide great reading material for people from all over the Peace Region. We also stock a period pantry in the community and are continually in need of more supplies.”
These costs, along with daily operational expenses, insurance, maintenance, and all other expenses, utilize funds that are generated through the fundraiser.
“They can donate cash, cheque or e-transfer to admin@prrws.com,” says O’Doherty of ways to contribute to the shelter.
“We are in need of donations due to the ever-increasing costs associated running the shelter. The financial burden is the same for us as most households, increasing utilities, food and other costs!”
O’Doherty says the shelter is also hoping people will choose to come out and help sort books and organize for the book sale. She says interested volunteers can email intake@prrws.com.
Emily Plihal
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