Six days.
That’s how long it took for the public to reach Willi’s Match, a $100,000 matching donation goal for raising support for Chatham-Kent Hospice.
In six days, the public donated the $100,000, which Willi and Nestor Kirenko vowed to match, doubling the support to $200,000.
As we write this, Willi is a resident at hospice, and her experience inspired her and Nestor to champion hospice care and help ensure others in Chatham-Kent can receive the same comfort, dignity and compassion.
While the $100,000 matching-gift milestone has been reached, the opportunity to make a difference continues. The Kirenkos are now encouraging community members to carry the momentum forward by making a donation toward the purchase of three new cuddle beds for hospice residents and their loved ones.
Cuddle beds allow residents to share a bed with the people they love, creating opportunities for closeness, comfort and meaningful moments together during life’s most precious and difficult days. These specialized beds make it possible for families to hold hands, embrace and simply be together when the time matters most.
“Reaching the $100,000 matching-gift milestone in just six days is an incredible testament to the generosity of our community and the impact of Willi’s story. We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated and helped make this possible. We invite the community to keep this momentum going by supporting Willi’s Legacy and helping us bring three new cuddle beds to Chatham-Kent Hospice,” said Jay Smith, fundraising manager at the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation, in a media release.
To learn more or make a donation toward the three new cuddle beds, visit chathamkenthospice.com.
