Panther Cheer Athletics’ annual philanthropic campaign is off to a tremendous start.
The Richmond-based club steps away from practices and competitions to organize events that will make a difference in the community.
“We truly believe that our primary purpose is to nurture and develop amazing young people into the leaders of the future,” explained Panther Cheer co-founder Stephanie Kennedy.
“We do so, in part, by organizing and participating in philanthropic events all year to give back to our community in many different meaningful ways.”
Panther Cheer’s first big event was the “Light the Night Walk” in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. It’s a cause that has special meaning to the club with co-founder Dawn Silver and Kennedy’s sister being leukemia survivors.
Two teams spearheaded the initiative and it proved be a huge success — raising over $4300 — $1,000 more than a year ago.
The next philanthropic event is a blood drive through Canadian Blood Services and is being organized and spearheaded by club’s Open team (athletes 17+). It will take place Saturday Nov. 26 at Homma Elementary School in Steveston.
“The primary aim of our involvement in this event is to encourage as many new donors out in hopes that they become regulars,” added Kennedy.
On Saturday, the club is holding its 3rd annual Trunk or Treat event for kids ages 10 & under from 5-6 p.m..
It takes place in the Panther Cheer parking lot at #133-2771 Simpson Road. Pre-registration is required by visiting panthercheerathletics.com/trunk-or-treat/
