Read this one while I was checking in to some of my papers while I was supposed to be relaxing on holiday.
Fundraising for hospitals can often be a little frustrating, as the money often disappears into a black hole (no disrespect meant - hospitals are just costly places to build, equip and operate). Tens of thousands of dollars raised for a building project, for example, will be lucky to put a few rows of bricks on a wall.
The ladies at the Sutherland Hospital Kiosk have stuck at it for 52 years (not a typo - over half a century!) and have raised 2 million dollars. Now THAT'S dedication from a team of volunteers! One lady quoted in the article (see url) has been a volunteer for 34 years.
http://www.theleader.com.au/news/local/news/general/sandwiches-sustain-hospital-by-raising-2m-over-50-years/2473904.aspx
They've raised money to provide over 400 items of life-saving medical equipment, proving that EVERY little bit helps and can make a difference.
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