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Joanne Bush
Amount Raised
$3,851.00
Fundraising Goal $3,500.00

My Message

Food and shelter should not be a privilege - but a right for every single person. Having a roof over my head, a warm bed to sleep in, and food to eat is something I have been incredibly blessed with all of my life. Sadly, far too many people in our community and all across Canada are experiencing homelessness, hunger and hurt every day, and the need has never been greater!

So on February 22nd, I am once again walking in the Coldest Night of the Year, a fabulous family-friendly walk to raise funds for local charities all across Canada serving people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness. I am fundraising for Kitchener’s Ray of Hope, an amazing charity where Jesus Christ is at the centre of everything they do. The funds raised at the Ray of Hope through the Coldest Night of the Year Event will provide, a safe and supportive space where people experiencing poverty and homelessness can find essential support 365 days a year. This includes hot meals, shower & laundry facilities, food hampers, chaplaincy, healthcare, and a community where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and given the tools they need to build a more hopeful future. 

I am also walking once again in memory of my dear friend Cheryl’s 28-year-old daughter Maggie, who passed away Oct 7th, 2022.  Maggie had a very difficult life, experiencing time in jail, several rehabs, homelessness, hunger and brokenness.

I would be truly grateful if you would join me in my efforts by supporting my walk with a personal donation by clicking on the “Donate Now” button above.

Many Heartfelt Thanks & God Bless!

Event Date
Feb 22, 2025 4:00 PM
Location Name
Kitchener - Ray of Hope Community Centre

My Team

Joanne is part of Maggie’s Misfits
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My Supporters

Rob left a message
Feb 24, 2025 9:48 PM
Hope the walk was a great time!!!
Robert Heinbecker donated $100.00
Feb 24, 2025 9:48 PM
Anthony Lea donated $50.00
Feb 22, 2025 4:34 PM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 21, 2025 8:09 PM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 21, 2025 7:59 PM
Friend of CNOY donated $100.00
Feb 21, 2025 5:45 PM
Maria Anton left a message
Feb 20, 2025 1:57 PM
Way to go, Jo!!!
Maria Anton donated $50.00
Feb 20, 2025 1:55 PM
Kristen Smith donated $50.00
Feb 20, 2025 11:26 AM
Justin and Judi left a message
Feb 20, 2025 7:40 AM
Great work Joanne! Bless you as you walk on Saturday!
Justin and Judi Armitage donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 20, 2025 7:39 AM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 19, 2025 9:50 PM
Phil, Susan left a message
Feb 19, 2025 12:11 PM
We love how you keep investing your life for the good of others - keep up the great work!
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 19, 2025 12:10 PM
Sandy Green donated $60.00
Feb 19, 2025 12:00 AM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 18, 2025 2:47 PM
Katie Hissa donated $75.00
Feb 17, 2025 10:28 AM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 17, 2025 9:34 AM
Bill Fitch donated $100.00
Feb 14, 2025 4:31 PM
Friend of CNOY donated $25.00
Feb 12, 2025 11:07 AM
Julianne left a message
Feb 10, 2025 11:26 AM
So proud of you for all your efforts in supporting this great cause.
Julianne Dreisinger donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 10, 2025 11:24 AM
Joan Giesbrecht donated $50.00
Feb 9, 2025 7:30 PM
Lorraine Jack left a message
Feb 7, 2025 1:49 PM
Thank you for walking again this year Joanne. So proud of you and happy to donate to the Cause
Lorraine Jack donated $25.00
Feb 7, 2025 1:48 PM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 5, 2025 9:29 AM
~ the Ray of Hope team left a message
Feb 4, 2025 4:17 PM
Thank you for your amazing fundraising and advocacy and all the work you do to make Coldest Night possible. We're grateful you chose Ray of Hope!
shirley sivyer donated an undisclosed amount
Feb 4, 2025 7:46 AM
Debbie Wright donated $50.00
Feb 1, 2025 3:06 PM
DW left a message
Feb 1, 2025 2:56 PM
You can do it!!!
Wendy left a message
Feb 1, 2025 8:04 AM
Way to go, Joanne!
Wendy Hayhoe donated $100.00
Feb 1, 2025 8:04 AM
Bill Bustard donated $100.00
Jan 31, 2025 8:25 AM
Brian left a message
Jan 28, 2025 1:09 PM
Super proud of you Joanne. Thanks for supporting CNOY.
Brian Carney donated $250.00
Jan 28, 2025 1:09 PM
Heather left a message
Jan 27, 2025 12:30 PM
I love your message and your heart for others! Way to go, Jo!
Heather Gross donated $50.00
Jan 27, 2025 12:29 PM
Denise Birch left a message
Jan 27, 2025 12:22 PM
Thank you Joanne!! Fantastic cause.
Willa Birch donated $250.00
Jan 27, 2025 12:21 PM
Cousin Kate left a message
Jan 26, 2025 3:51 PM
This is a great thing you are doing Joanne. Good Luck!
Kate From donated $50.00
Jan 26, 2025 3:51 PM
Andrea Buchenauer donated $100.00
Jan 26, 2025 10:22 AM
Velda Jamieson left a message
Jan 24, 2025 5:23 PM
Pleased to support you Joanne in this most worthwhile cause! God bless you all (and keep you warm)
Velda Jamieson donated an undisclosed amount
Jan 24, 2025 5:20 PM
Glenn Smith donated an undisclosed amount
Jan 23, 2025 12:25 PM
Friend of CNOY donated an undisclosed amount
Jan 21, 2025 10:34 AM
Beth left a message
Jan 14, 2025 8:46 PM
Way to go Joanne!
Beth Burkhart donated $50.00
Jan 14, 2025 8:45 PM
Beth left a message
Jan 14, 2025 8:40 PM
Way to go Joanne!
Peter and Joanne Marks left a message
Jan 13, 2025 3:22 AM
Best wishes to you Joanne. You are wonderfully contributing to the needs of many people.
Peter Marks donated $250.00
Jan 13, 2025 3:17 AM
Debbie left a message
Jan 12, 2025 4:04 PM
Happy to support you in this initiative.
Deborah Compton donated an undisclosed amount
Jan 12, 2025 4:03 PM
Meredith Bigham donated an undisclosed amount
Jan 7, 2025 10:33 AM
Jen left a message
Dec 31, 2024 8:51 PM
Once again, you are are such an inspiration Jo, it's an honour to have you in my life! Here is to another year of changing the tune for those most vulnerable.
Jen Taylor donated $100.00
Dec 31, 2024 8:49 PM
Bunk and Tammy left a message
Nov 30, 2024 3:15 PM
Way to go JoJo! We're proud of the work you do. Love you lot xoxo
Brian Bush donated $150.00
Nov 30, 2024 3:08 PM
Shelley Campagnola donated an undisclosed amount
Nov 15, 2024 3:21 PM
Colleen left a message
Nov 12, 2024 10:04 PM
Good for you Jojo!!! Lots of lovexoxoxox
Friend of CNOY donated $150.00
Nov 12, 2024 10:03 PM
Jeanette Voaden left a message
Nov 12, 2024 2:34 PM
It may be the "Coldest Night" but you have the WARMEST HEART! Bundle up and keep shining the light and love of God.
Jeanette Voaden donated $200.00
Nov 12, 2024 2:34 PM
Joanne Bush donated $200.00
Oct 31, 2024 2:25 PM