The Nelson Professional Firefighters Charitable Society is donating a record $5,000 to student food programs across Kootenay Lake School District 8.
The money will support food programs at Blewett, Hume, Rosemont and South Nelson elementary schools, as well as Wildflower Nelson School.
It’s the largest donation the firefighters have made to support students and families in SD8.
“Our annual golf tournament was very successful. It was double what we normally raise,” said Nelson Firefighter Chris Thast.
“We voted that we wanted all the money to stay local, and we wanted to give back more this year.”
South Nelson Elementary principal Dawn Snell added the funding goes directly toward student lunches, snacks and food support for families in need.
“It’s very strategic for us to support those families in need, so we’re really grateful,” said Snell.
The donation will help pay for snacks for SD8 students during the school day. It will also support grocery programs for families and other food equity initiatives.
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