Get flocked again this summer
By Cecilia Nasmith
A big hit from last summer returns, as Lindsey Edwards of Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty brings back Flocked 4 Shelter in support of Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre.
Flocked 4 Shelter begins June 1 – and, this year, carried out in a manner described as socially-distanced-friendly in the Cornerstone press release. You can be part of the fun by deploying a surprise flock of pink flamingos on someone's lawn for $50 per flock, with 100% of the proceeds supporting Cornerstone's various programs and services.
Last year's Flocked 4 Shelter was part of Edwards's big fundraising adventure, the Sahara Desert Trek for Shelter – a nationwide Royal LePage initiative in which she was a top fundraiser. She recalled the Flocked fundraiser as “an absolute blast and success.
“With all of the challenges this year has brought, I felt it was time to bring back the flamingos,” she added.
“If we can have some fun, put smiles on faces, and safely raise funds, I'm all for it.”
It's a simple premise – arrange for a flock of flamingos anywhere in Northumberland to brighten someone’s day – to celebrate a birthday or anniversary, or just to spread some cheer. You can arrange your own flock by visiting www.flocked4shelter.ca.
Cornerstone Manager of Community Engagement Janelle Eisler said they are grateful and excited Edwards has brought back Flocked.
“So much good was passed around because of it last year, and I know this will help to bring some joy and laughter to a socially-distant world - all while raising funds to change the lives of local women and children impacted by violence,” Eisler said.
Order the standard flock of 12 for $50, or a double flock for $100. They will be set up by a team of volunteers at the intended address within a few days of ordering, and will remain for a three-day stay before being picked up and passed along to their next assignment.
Those lucky folks who get flocked are encouraged to share the experience on social media by using #Flocked4Shelter and to “flock it forward” by flocking someone else.
