Every 6 days in Canada, a woman is murdered by her intimate partner. Thankfully, thousands of others survive. That is why our beds at Nellie’s Shelter are full. With no end in sight for the growing need for shelter, we must raise the necessary funds to ensure that we can help as many women and children as we can.
Nellie’s Online Holiday Auction is held every year over the holiday season, A unique and highly anticipated event, the auction features a wide and eclectic array of gifts ranging from novelty and household items, baked good, dinners/entertainment, gift certificates, travel packages, services, and much, much more. Donated items and gifts of services are put up for auction online through our website and sold to the highest bidders.
The feedback about this event over the past two years has been amazing! Gift-giving for loved-ones now holds extra-special meaning by also helping the women and children at Nellie’s. Thanks to thousands of our friends and supporters who helped us spread the word, we raised over $4700 last year. This year we hope to raise over $5000. But we can’t do it alone. Please donate an item for auction to help us reach our goal!
To view last year’s auction site and items, please visit www.nelliesmarketplace.com for a sample of what to expect. 100% of the proceeds raised through the auction will go directly to support the women and children at Nellie’s. This includes helping to buy food, arrange for transportation and the necessary supports that women and their children need for a chance at a better life.
In return for your kind donation, we will be happy to recognize your goodwill through our publications including our Annual Report, website, and social media networks such as Facebook and Twitter.
This year marks Nellie’s 40th Anniversary. Through the support from our community and donors such as you, Nellie’s is able to rebuild the lives of women and their children during times of need. You can help to end violence and abuse for all women and children by making a donation today. Please return the Auction Donation Form, you will be so glad you did.
