Many of us know about the Ronald McDonald House up by the Alberta Children’s Hospital. The charity was first established in 1973 by Philadelphia Eagles player Fred Hill and his wife Fran when their daughter, Kimberly Hill, was diagnosised with lymphatic leukemia. They hoped to purchase and renovate a house near the hospital for the family, and partenered 
with local McDonald Restaurants, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, and with the Eagles football team to accomplish their goal.
In Calgary, we have our own Ronald McDonald House that helps hundred of families every year. We also have a wonderful company called ChromaColour Creative Art Center.
The two have partenered up for an artsy fundraiser. “Painting a Future for Sick Kids and their Families” fundraiser is taking place December 5th, 2009 from 10:00am – 5:00pm at ChromaColour – #5, 1410-28 Street N.E.
The event will showcase 20+ local artists and artisans. Everything from paintings to ceramics to silk purses to photography to animation art will be on display and on sale! Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. This is a great oppertunity to do some feel-good Christmas shopping and connect with local talent.
Imagine what it would be like to have someone in your family with a severe illness – or maybe you don’t have to imagine too hard. Either way, little makes a day brighter than knowing you’re helping out a wonderful charity like this.
Add it to your Facebook events. I hope to see you there!