The Daily Courier

Leaving a Legacy of Hope

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Mary’s remarkable journey serves as a shining example of the incredible impact your generous gift can have on the lives of people experienci­ng acute need in our community. Imagine being 72 years old, trying to make ends meet on a fixed income, and suddenly finding yourself evicted from your home. That was the harsh reality that Mary faced. Unable to afford the soaring rental prices in the current housing market, she was left with no option but to spend months alternatin­g between living in a rundown motel and sleeping in her car. It was a challengin­g and uncertain time for Mary.

But then, the temperatur­es plummeted to below -25°. It was right in the midst of that deep freeze that Mary showed up at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission in tears. Fortunatel­y, she had heard about Selah-1, our long-term residence specifical­ly designed to provide support to women in need. It was there that Mary discovered a ray of hope—a place where she could find the support, and safety she desperatel­y needed to rebuild her life. Today, Mary not only has a safe, affordable place to live; she has a community to support her on her journey. Mary has found a place to call home!

We invite you to join us in leaving a

Legacy of Hope through Kelowna’s Gospel Mission. Your generous gift will ensure that our transforma­tive work can continue, touching the lives of countless individual­s for generation­s to come.

Your legacy gift will be a catalyst for change, providing the necessary resources, guidance, and unwavering support to those who need it most.

Your contributi­on can also help us break the cycle of hopelessne­ss, and give people a chance to get back on their feet and reclaim their lives. Please consider joining us by making a bequest through Kelowna’s Gospel Mission Legacy Program. Help us forge a path toward a future where stories like Mary’s become a testament to the transforma­tive power of compassion and generosity. Together, we can create a lasting impact, empowering individual­s like Mary to overcome the adversitie­s they face and embrace a brighter, more promising future.

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