Hi everyone – For those who have been following me for a while, you may remember that I ran a fundraiser for the Pregnancy Care Centre in Red Deer Alberta several years ago. That fundraiser went well so, since I’ve just celebrated another birthday, I’m taking a cue from others on Facebook, to do a fundraiser for the Mainsprings pregnancy and family support centre in Calgary.
I have been impressed with the work they do, including free pregnancy tests, information and education on all pregnancy-related options, advocacy and peer support, prenatal and parenting classes, practical support services, referrals to other agencies, birth family support (adoption), post-abortion support, and counselling.
They also provide baby clothes, diapers, baby furniture and all the necessities for these young moms. I hope you will participate in this fundraiser and help ensure that these programs will not have to be cut back or curtailed.
When my first grandchild was born we were all overjoyed. Sadly, for many young women who find themselves pregnant, that is not the case. It is a time of stress and anxiety. It is the goal of Mainsprings to relieve that stress by offering a multitude of services that help. Just go to their website to read the testimonials of the hundreds of young women who have been helped there.
Of course all of these things cost money. That’s why I’ve decided to set up this fundraiser. This is how it will work –
For the next 3 months, July 14th to August 4th, purchase a copy of my novel, A Tumbled Stone, for $25.00. This book was on a short list for an award at Write Canada and has had some great reviews from readers. It is a story about a young woman who finds herself in a crisis pregnancy situation. If you already have a copy, consider purchasing one to give away, (just send me the address and I’ll mail it for you), or donate a copy to your local library.
$6.00 from each book sold will go directly to Mainsprings. The remaining funds will go toward the cost of shipping the books, paypal fees and a small amount to defray my costs for the books. My goal is to sell a full shelf of 50 books which will give Mainstreams $300.00
Just click on the link below to purchase the book, fill in the form with your Canadian mailing address with postal code, and A Tumbled Stone will be on its way to you ASAP.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact me at my email address
Thank you for your trust, your support, and your generosity.
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