Participate
Join Nova Vita throughout the year at one of our annual events to raise awareness about domestic violence and raise much needed financial support for our emergency shelter, programs and services.
International Women’s Day
Wow! Thank you to everyone that purchased tickets, bid on silent auction items, donated to More Than A Bed, and sponsored “Nova Vita Celebrates International Women’s Day 2021”. You made it a night to remember, and truly made a difference. Thank you!
We are truly excited to announce that this year’s “Nova Vita Celebrates International Women’s Day 2021” raised $20,382! We also achieved our “More Than A Bed” campaign goal, and raised $10,420, which means Nova Vita will be able to furnish each of our 18 rooms in the shelter with TV’s and entertainment technology. These additional amenities for women and children starting their journey to healing, will provide added safety and comfort for everyone in our shelter during these difficult times.
Thank you for joining us, and we cannot wait until next year!
Golf Fore Nova Vita
Thank you to all of our participants, sponsors, and volunteers at the 24th Annual Golf Fore Nova Vita. Because of your support, over $21,000 was raised to support families in your community escaping violence and homelessness. Thank you for making a difference.
Congrats to all of our winners:
- Team Winners:
- Mixed Flight: Barry Crawford, Laura Mt. Pleasant, Mike Mt. Pleasant, and Sandra Graham
- Women’s Flight: Deborah Ditchfield, Dale Scott, Chris Cressman, and Deb Shannon.
- Men’s Flight: Bob Kindon, Joel Kindon, Don Herbison, and Gary Dix
- Closest To The Pin:
- Women: Dale Scott
- Men: Pat Campbell
- Closest To The Target
- Women: Liz Guest
- Men: Calvin Thomas
- Cooler of Cheer: Nichola Taylor
- Golf Pong: Ron Smit
- 50/50: Vicki Thomas
Please refer to the Virtual Silent Auction album on our Facebook page for list of Silent Auction winners.
Thank you to our 2021 Heal, Hope and Help Level Sponsors!
Questions? Please contact:
Jessica Powless
Special Events & Public Education Coordinator
E: jpowless@novavita.org | P: 519-752-1005 ext 232
Break The Silence On Domestic Violence
Now in our second year, Nova Vita is honoured to host our Break The Silence On Domestic Violence Peer-to-Peer Campaign as part of Women Abuse Prevention Month.
In solidarity for women who are living in silence, go silent for 24 hours on November 24 to raise awareness and essential funding to support women escaping abuse. After 24 hours, break your silence to help end domestic violence. Register and build your individual or team campaign at www.novavita.org/break-the-silence. Fundraisers who raise over $100 will receive an exclusive Break The Silence toque!
For more information, or for help registering, contact jpowless@novavita.org, or visit www.novavita.org/break-the-silence.
Upcoming Third Party Events
Want to get involved? Support these incredible fundraisers that are raising essential funds and awareness of Nova Vita’s programs and services. If you would like to host your own third-party fundraiser click here, or contact Jessica Powless, Special Events & Public Education Coordinator, at jpowless@novavita.org.
Upcoming Third-Party Fundraising Events
November 1 – 30, 2021: Nathan’s Annual Donation Drive
Every year Nathan selects a charity in need to fundraise and collect donations for. This year, he has chosen Nova Vita as his charity of choice! After looking at our Urgent Needs Wishlist, Nathan will be collecting much needed new lunch cooler bags, and new reusable water bottles throughout the month of November. To make a donation, contact Nathan and his amazing mom Ashley at nathansdonations@gmail.com!
December 11, 2021: R&J Theatrics Presents “It’s A Wonderful Life” – A Live Radio Play
Join R&J Theatrics at Glenhyrst Coach House (20 Ava Rd, Brantford), on Saturday December 11th at 4PM, as they perform a live radio play of “It’s A Wonderful Life”. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online here. Proof of vaccination required. Proceeds support Nova Vita!
2021: Whatever Your Art, www.whateveryouart.com
Artist David Wierzbicki has started a Daily Portrait Challenge to challenge himself as an artist, as well as raise essential funds and awareness for Nova Vita. When you make a donation of $50 or more to Nova Vita, he will create a beautiful portrait from a photo of your choosing. With a portrait a day, his goal is to reach $5,000 in donations to Nova Vita! To get your portrait done, or for more information, visit their CanadaHelps Fundraiser page or find them on Instagram (@whateveryouart).
