Sending Sunshine

Volunteer MBC hosted V-Oscars in Mississauga to recognize the hard work and dedication of volunteers who make a difference.

The OCF recently awarded community grants to benefit sustainable programs in Ottawa. Among the recipients was Sending Sunshine, a registered charity that seeks to reduce the negative impact of social isolation and loneliness among seniors in Canada.

International Federation on Ageing says, "the number one emerging issue facing seniors in Canada is keeping older people socially connected and active". Social isolation and loneliness is related to a reduced quality of life for seniors.

Sending Sunshine was among the groups awarded with a June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award for Voluntarism. The annual Award ceremony recognizes outstanding achievements for voluntarism while making valuable contributions to communities.

Sending Sunshine celebrated its 2nd Anniversary with TRIPLE growth over the preceding year. The volunteer-run corporation reached a milestone with the delivery of over 100,000 cards/letters to seniors in over 570 care facilities across Canada.