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The Return of Shout-outs!

• Shout-outs are back by popular demand!
• Head to KinsmenJackpotBingo.com and click on “Request a Shout-out” under the “Contact us” tab
• Request to have a short text message displayed on our bingo ticker on the bottom of the screen during our show
• Get your requests in early as shout-outs are displayed on a “First come, First served” basis

50th Ball Charity Highlight

Featured Non-Profit

Habitat for Humanity

• Habitat for Humanity Manitoba is one of 1,400 affiliates across the world
• They build houses for low-income families right here in Manitoba
• Giving families in need a chance at safety and independence
• They’ve helped over 420 families build strength and stability through their homeownership program
• They also have their own second-hand store, ReStore,  to help families find good-quality homegoods and furniture at affordable prices
• Habitat is currently working on a large build in Winnipeg’s Garden City area
• The 5 side-by-side homes will serve 10 families once completed
• The project is expected to be completed by March, 2022

Checking Ball Announcement

STARS Donation

• Winnipeg Kinsmen recently donated $500,000 to STARS Air Ambulance
• The money is supporting the purchase of a new helicopter
• The helicopter will allow STARS to provide more emergency medical assistance across Western Canada
• The new fleet of H145 helicopters is will take massive fundraising efforts, and will rely largely on community support

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Rolling Barrage PTSD Donation

• Winnipeg Kinsmen was proud to donate $5,000 to the Rolling Barrage Coast to Coast ride to combat PTSD
• The ride was a cross-Canada motorcycle journey to raise money for organizations that support those living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• The Barrage rolled through Winnipeg on August 12th, and ended in Vancouver on the 21st. 
• Kudos to all the riders, both short and long haul!