TJQ Posted December 1, 2009 Report Posted December 1, 2009 (edited) A while back we learned about the passing of Sonny (Santo). Santo was only 40 when he passed away, and being only a bit older, its given me much pause to think. In the spirit of Xmas, I've decided to do a quick little fundraiser here to gather up some cash to set up a RESP (Registered Education Savings Plan) for each of the kids, Domenic and Emma. (3 and 6 years old). All money raised will be put into individual RESP units with USC EDUCATION SAVINGS PLANS INC. (http://www.usc.ca) USC has been doing my plans for Avery and Jaden since they were born, and I know our representative well. I've spoken to him and in order to get a full unit for each child we need about $1,600.00, if we surpass that the size of the units just go up, but that's our minimum. These are a great STABLE way to save for the kids education, as the government also matches a portion of the contributions. I'm not an expert on all the ins and outs, so if there's any questions please visit the website. My USC rep. is going to be here in town on December 18th so I would have the cheques mailed to me, made payable to me so I can deposit them. Ill have a list of all donations easily available when we are done, so you can be sure all funds will be accounted for. Any donations - of ANY size - will be appreciated and can be mailed to me at: T.J. Quesnel P.O. Box 6264 Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 3K7 You can pledge your money here, or if you want to remain anonymous just pm me so I can keep track of how much we raise. Lets show Sonnys family, how much this community, once again, cares about its members. It's the season for giving, and the most selfless gift is to someone who will never know where it came from. I'm in for the first $100.00, please help me out with whatever you can. SO far: $100.00 $40.00 $100.00 $250.00 $100.00 $100.00 $20.00 $100.00 $100.00 $50.00 $30.00 $50.00 $100.00 $40.00 $50.00 $100.00 $20.00 $100.00 $100.00 $200.00 $50 $1800 Total Pledged. Edited May 4, 2020 by TJQ UPDATE
Headhunter Posted December 1, 2009 Report Posted December 1, 2009 That's a great idea TJ, just one other thought. Is there any way we could open a bank account, which would allow us to just make a deposit. We could post the account number, transit number and bank number and folks could easily stop off at a branch, local to them and make a donation. I don't want to make this any more complicated than it is, but thought this may be another way to get some money to the kids. HH
TJQ Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Posted December 1, 2009 Sure thing, if you would like to do it that way, pm me and ill give you the info!!
misfish Posted December 1, 2009 Report Posted December 1, 2009 That's a great idea TJ, just one other thought.Is there any way we could open a bank account, which would allow us to just make a deposit. We could post the account number, transit number and bank number and folks could easily stop off at a branch, local to them and make a donation. I don't want to make this any more complicated than it is, but thought this may be another way to get some money to the kids. HH Could call HH. I never met the man,but the kids need some help here.After all,christmas is for the kids.
TJQ Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Posted December 1, 2009 $40 from an anonymous donor... thanks!! Any amount will help.
lew Posted December 1, 2009 Report Posted December 1, 2009 I'm in for $100 and will get the cheque out to you in the morning TJ
TJQ Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Posted December 1, 2009 Another anonymous donor.. for $250, very generous and much appreciated. Pledge what ya can.
tjsa Posted December 1, 2009 Report Posted December 1, 2009 $100.00 is on its way to you soon as I get it in the mailbox tomorrow morning. I put in the memo area........c/o "Sonny"(Santo)
Dave Mercer Posted December 2, 2009 Report Posted December 2, 2009 OK guys it's the festive season and this is a family that really could use a little Christmas cheer. So here is my offer or challege to you all. We need $1600 to get RESP's for each of the kids. But the more the better! So Facts of Fishing will match the first $1600 if the OFC'ers get there by 4pm tomorrow. So please everyone - do your part and support this great cause. If we can make it to $1600 by 4pm tomorrow we will add another $1600. Dave Mercer
TJQ Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Posted December 2, 2009 HOLY MOLY!!! Thanks Dave, thats fantastic!! Come on everyone... we need the dough now, even small donations can make the difference!!!!
TJQ Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Posted December 2, 2009 $20 from an anonymous donor... come on folks help me out. Lets make Dave pony up!!!
Jen Posted December 2, 2009 Report Posted December 2, 2009 (edited) A huge thanks from all of Sonny's family... As I said to TJ earlier today when he called to ask me if this would be ok... Sonny left his family well taken care of. It has been a shock to us all as we never expected anything to happen to a man of 40. Many people asked us what they could do... and wow, this one is huge... Domenic and Emma have a long road ahead of them but a family that loves them very much... from them and Sonny's wife Jennifer... Thankyou for making that road a little smother. There was a video made of him that was played... I don't know how to include it here but if you go to our cousins blog you will be able to see it and him in many of his fishing moments... http://markleslie.blogspot.com/2009/11/hnt-sonny.html Santo loved to fish, OFC was a part of his everyday, from checking out who was fishing where to bragging about what he caught or didn't catch... Time and time again I am amazed by all of you... Thank you so much Bernadette (Jen) Edited December 2, 2009 by Jen
TJQ Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Posted December 2, 2009 Thats great Rick!! Were 1/2 way there!!!
Steve Posted December 2, 2009 Report Posted December 2, 2009 Jen, Steve, and Family. Be strong. I can't make it to the fundraiser, but i'll keep his memory with me at Quinte. However, please accept $100 on my families behalf. We fisherman must stick together. Sonny, my friend, Rest in Peace. Dave, amazing offer. TV show or not, your a Class Act.
ccmtcanada Posted December 2, 2009 Report Posted December 2, 2009 Bly and I talked about it and we can scrape together $50 to donate.... TJ...you will have it this morning in your paypal account.
TJQ Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Posted December 2, 2009 Thanks Cliff AND another $30 from an anon. Thanks everyone, were getting there!!
TJQ Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Posted December 2, 2009 Big Jim McLaughlin just threw in $100, Thanks Big Jim!!
TJQ Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Posted December 2, 2009 Another $40 from a good friend of mine!!! next beers on me bud!!! you know who you are... lol.. what was that quote... "good stories always start with bad decisions."
laker1620 Posted December 2, 2009 Report Posted December 2, 2009 (edited) I just got handed a cheque from Benetts towing here in Hamilton for $50.00 , just let me know where to send it and who do I write it out to ? Edited December 2, 2009 by laker1620
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