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J-AAR Raises $227,201.98 for Youth Opportunities Unlimited in 2024
Nick Wilton • December 30, 2024

Uniting for a Cause: How J-AAR Raised Over $227,000 for Youth Opportunities Unlimited in 2024

This year, J-AAR is thrilled to announce that we raised an incredible $227,201.98 in support of Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU). This achievement reflects our team’s dedication to giving back to the community and supporting meaningful causes.


How We Did It

Our fundraising efforts in 2024 were a true team effort, involving creativity, commitment, and collaboration:

  • Fight to End Homelessness: One of our team members showed remarkable courage by stepping into the ring for this event, raising both funds and awareness.
  • Parking Lot Fundraising: Volunteers from our team collected donations in our parking lot during all Canada Life Place events. The generosity of fans made a big impact!
  • Customer Charity Golf Tournament: Our annual golf tournament brought together our business partners resulting in significant contributions toward our goal.
  • Team Donations at Safety Meeting: Our team members stepped up during our safety meeting, contributing directly to the cause.
  • Payroll Giving: Some employees went above and beyond by pledging a few dollars off each paycheck, demonstrating a sustained commitment to making a difference.
  • LIUNA Partnership: We proudly continued our partnership with LIUNA for their charity sticker program as a platinum sponsor. As part of this collaboration, LIUNA generously donated $5,000 to YOU on our behalf.


About Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU)

Youth Opportunities Unlimited is a vital organization dedicated to empowering youth in our community. By providing access to housing, education, employment resources, and mentorship, YOU helps young people build brighter futures and overcome challenges.

We’re incredibly proud to have supported YOU this year and grateful for everyone who made these efforts possible. Together, we’re making a lasting impact!

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