08/07/2025
Did you know that Harrison’s Hope is a registered Charity that receives little to no government funding? Additionally, the families we support receive next to nothing for support because Canada does not have a National Framework for FASD.
There are over 1.6 million Canadians diagnosed with FASD- that’s 2.5 times more that those diagnosed with ASD (Autism) and yet they receive very little attention and support that end when their loved ones turns 18. Which is sad, because the disability doesn’t go away at 18. It’s a lifelong disability that includes permanent brain damage and up to 428 other co-morbid medical conditions.
Next month is International FASD Awareness month and the global theme is:
“Red Shoes Rock for FASD Awareness-Everyone Plays a Part: Take Action!”
Here’s the action YOU can take to support families with loved ones living with FASD, consider donating an item or two to help be a part of the solution.
Your donation directly supports families in Canada that need services the most. They are caregivers 24/7 to loved ones whose challenges in daily living are never ending and it’s their caregivers doing all the support work.
What can you donate? Sports event tickets? A trip? A spa day gift certificate? A restaurant gift certificate? A set of concert tickets? Sports memorabilia? An iPad or Bose noise cancelling headphones?
Think big, be creative.. but please, do be a part of the solution- take action.
If you can assist us with this request, please let us know. Items are needed by the end of August, sooner if possible. Email us at: info@harrisonshope.ca to let us know what you can donate and to arrange pick up.
Thank you in advance for your generosity, we truly appreciate it.
