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$180,000 raised during annual Diwali Dinner and Dance in Kelowna
The East Meets West Children's Foundation's annual Diwali Dinner supports underprivileged children through vital local initiatives and international humanitarian projects.
- On Saturday, Sept. 26, the East Meets West Children's Foundation held its annual Diwali Dinner at the Parkinson Recreation Centre in Kelowna, raising $180,000.
- The EMWCF serves as a charitable organization and fundraising platform to support underprivileged children in the Okanagan region and internationally.
- During a 15 minute donation blitz led by EMWCF board member Indy Brar, patrons donated $142,000, with former B.C. Premier Christy Clark among the notable attendees.
- Founder Mohini Singh confirmed $138,000 will support local Okanagan causes including a children's helpline in Lake Country and donations to Penticton Regional Hospital, while $75,700 aids international projects.
- Singh noted that funds raised this year have not yet been distributed to charitable causes, while last year's dinner raised around $210,000.
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