Panther Cheer Athletics is launching a new campaign to help give back to the community that has given them so much.
As Panther Cheer enters its 11th season in Richmond, the club has launched an initiative that will see the entire whole program giving back to the community.
Each of Panther Cheer’s competitive teams will be hosting a philanthropic event/drive at various points in the season. It will give the athletes, parents, families and friends of the club an opportunity to showcase their love and appreciation for their community.
The campaign begins this month, as the club’s premier team — the Senior Immortals — will be participating in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada’s annual fundraiser Light the Night.
This event is held every fall to help raise funds and awareness for Leukemia, Lymphoma and other blood cancers. It is particularly close to Panther Cheer, as co-Owner Dawn Silver and Panther athlete Shaelyn Martin are both leukemia survivors.
Over $3,000 has already been raised. Consider sponsoring a member of the team with a small donation to the Panther Pride team at www.LightTheNight.ca .
In addition, each month a new team will be hosting a different event that will support the community in many unique and necessary ways.
In November, Open Aftermath will be hosting a blood drive, as Canadian blood banks are in constant need of donations.
In December, the Senior Spartans will be volunteering at local food banks and soup kitchens, helping to make sure that no one in the community goes hungry over the holidays.
In January, Mini Samurai will be hosting a blanket and winter clothing drive to help make sure everyone gets the materials they need to be safe and to survive the winter.
In February, Tiny Troopers will be hosting a book drive to help provide access to literature that is so necessary in the formative years of childhood.
In March, Youth Musketeers will be holding a Food Drive, as March is typically a month when food banks are stretched to their limits.
Finally, in April, Youth Jedis will be volunteering at local seniors homes, helping to provide companionship for the elderly in the community.
Panther Cheer Athletics is Richmond’s only All-Star Cheerleading and Personal Development club.
Athletes of all ages and ability levels train with the Panthers all year long. The club is currently accepting registrations for its competitive teams and also its fall recreational programs.
For any questions about the Panthers, or this exciting new program, contact them at [email protected] or by phone at 778-297-8437.
