We are thrilled to share the outstanding success of the Run For Home fundraising event held on Saturday, June 22. This year, the event raised approximately $42,000 for the Closer To Home campaign, which aims to help furnish and equip the new 96-bed long-term care home on the Deep River & District Health campus.

The event was a hit, with 325 enthusiastic participants running, walking, and moving to support this vital cause. DJ Will Fitton’s infectious energy set the perfect vibe, while Gerald Chaput and his band, Common Ground & Friends, kept spirits high with lively music. We owe a huge thanks to the Deep River Fire Department for stepping up to handle the BBQ duties, adding to the festive atmosphere. Attendees enjoyed a variety of activities, including a bouncy castle, temporary tattoos, free treatments from VC Athletic Therapy and Ottawa Valley Sport and Spine, and a delightful Runner Zone breakfast table, courtesy of Cahoon's Pharmasave. MyFM was on site to interview participants and organizers.

The event was a true community effort, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and volunteered. Special recognition goes to our dedicated co-organizers, Colette Giroux and Amanda Haughton, whose hard work brought Run For Home 2024 to life.

A big congratulations to Maia, the winner of the pledge competition with nearly $2,500 raised from friends and family, who was awarded an Apple iPad generously donated by K&T Trucking.

We also want to express our sincere thanks to the amazing sponsors who made Run For Home 2024 possible:

• WCCT (Champion Sponsor)
• RE/MAX Pembroke Realty (T-Shirt)
• Canadian Tire in Deep River (BBQ)
• Ontario Power Generation (Medals)
• BMO Bank of Montreal (Music & DJ)
• Deep River Bowling Alley (Kid's Zone)
• K&T Trucking (Pledge Competition)
• Cahoon's Pharmasave (Runner Zone)
• NaviK9 (Supporter)
• EnviroBottles (Supporter)
• Mattress World Pembroke (Supporter)
• Pet Valu Deep River (Supporter)
• Rondeau Electric (Supporter)
• Long Shot's Sports Cafe (Supporter)
• Doran Sushi Buffet (Supporter)
• Jan's Valu Mart (Breakfast Items)

Thanks to everyone’s incredible support, the Closer To Home campaign is now 73% complete, with $1,827,500 raised! We look forward to seeing you all again next year for another fantastic event.