A local fundraiser has been launched to help frontline workers at St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation in their fight against COVID-19.
The free Home Music Festival is a resident-run event bringing music into the homes of Humber Bay Shores, according to its organizers.
Robert Simeon and Robert Matusik are among the organizers, and say the festival supports the fight against the virus and local health care workers who are making a difference.
“All 100 per cent of donations support the foundation,” they wrote on social media. “Support those who are making a difference in the community and working hard to save those suffering from COVID-19.”
“We are all smiles today after the success of #HomeMusicFest!,” says Simeon. “Thank you to all of the viewers, artists, politicians and businesses. We reached almost 10,000 people.”
The fundraiser was created last April and has been posted on the Go Fund Me website. It has raised about $2,250 in a goal of $5,000.
“We are a group of residents looking to boost the spirits of Humber Bay Shores residents, support local businesses, raise money for St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation and spread positivity during the pandemic” they wrote in their post.
They are encouraging community residents to participate in the event at home and on any device, streamed through Facebook Live. The live stream will be available at www.facebook.com/HomeMusicFestHB, the Humber Bay Shores Discussion Facebook Group and shared on various other Facebook pages and groups.
They said the event is organized by the Waterview Explorer Condo Social Committee for the entire community.
So far area residents seem to be liking the idea of helping our first-responders at St. Joe’s.
“It is a great cause, the support of any entertainment at this time is a good thing,” wrote Justin Whiffen as he made a donation.
“Half decent!!,” says Sean Anderson as he dipped into his wallet.
A website www.homemusicfest.com has been listed but does not appear to be activated.
You can search for the event to donate at Go Fund Me.