Bruce Youngblud won’t be going Over the Edge to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton and Burlington, but he hopes his friends, family members and the wider community will join him in supporting local youth.
For almost six years, the Dundas resident has been a mentor, friend and Big Brother to a young man named Kevin. Throughout the years, the pair has participated in several outings, but without a doubt their favourite pastime is simply hanging out, chatting, eating chicken wings and watching rugby.
“We have developed a bond, and most importantly, a friendship,” said Youngblud. “I have been there to offer mentorship, companionship, support and advice.”
Three years ago, Kevin, who lives on the west Mountain, was awarded a scholarship through Big Brothers Big Sisters and is currently enjoying his first few weeks at McMaster University.
Youngblud said over 1,600 children were mentored and benefitted from the programs and services of Big Brothers Big Sisters last year.
The organization’s Over the Edge fundraiser takes place Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants are asked to dare to be edgy and rappel down 26 storeys of Hamilton’s tallest commercial building, the Stelco Tower.
“I will not be rappelling in the upcoming event, however I will be allocating my pledges to support the agency,” said Youngblud, a financial planner with Ancaster Financial Centre. “I believe in supporting our local youth — boys and girls.”
The Co-operators Over the Edge event is a major fundraiser to support Big Brother Big Sisters mentoring programs.
People can register as individuals, a team or pool to nominate a participant. A rappel time slot will be reserved after a minimum of $800 in pledges has been raised.
For more information visit www.callbigbrothers.com.
Bruce Youngblud won’t be going Over the Edge to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton and Burlington, but he hopes his friends, family members and the wider community will join him in supporting local youth.
For almost six years, the Dundas resident has been a mentor, friend and Big Brother to a young man named Kevin. Throughout the years, the pair has participated in several outings, but without a doubt their favourite pastime is simply hanging out, chatting, eating chicken wings and watching rugby.
“We have developed a bond, and most importantly, a friendship,” said Youngblud. “I have been there to offer mentorship, companionship, support and advice.”
Three years ago, Kevin, who lives on the west Mountain, was awarded a scholarship through Big Brothers Big Sisters and is currently enjoying his first few weeks at McMaster University.
Youngblud said over 1,600 children were mentored and benefitted from the programs and services of Big Brothers Big Sisters last year.
The organization’s Over the Edge fundraiser takes place Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants are asked to dare to be edgy and rappel down 26 storeys of Hamilton’s tallest commercial building, the Stelco Tower.
“I will not be rappelling in the upcoming event, however I will be allocating my pledges to support the agency,” said Youngblud, a financial planner with Ancaster Financial Centre. “I believe in supporting our local youth — boys and girls.”
The Co-operators Over the Edge event is a major fundraiser to support Big Brother Big Sisters mentoring programs.
People can register as individuals, a team or pool to nominate a participant. A rappel time slot will be reserved after a minimum of $800 in pledges has been raised.
For more information visit www.callbigbrothers.com.
Bruce Youngblud won’t be going Over the Edge to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton and Burlington, but he hopes his friends, family members and the wider community will join him in supporting local youth.
For almost six years, the Dundas resident has been a mentor, friend and Big Brother to a young man named Kevin. Throughout the years, the pair has participated in several outings, but without a doubt their favourite pastime is simply hanging out, chatting, eating chicken wings and watching rugby.
“We have developed a bond, and most importantly, a friendship,” said Youngblud. “I have been there to offer mentorship, companionship, support and advice.”
Three years ago, Kevin, who lives on the west Mountain, was awarded a scholarship through Big Brothers Big Sisters and is currently enjoying his first few weeks at McMaster University.
Youngblud said over 1,600 children were mentored and benefitted from the programs and services of Big Brothers Big Sisters last year.
The organization’s Over the Edge fundraiser takes place Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants are asked to dare to be edgy and rappel down 26 storeys of Hamilton’s tallest commercial building, the Stelco Tower.
“I will not be rappelling in the upcoming event, however I will be allocating my pledges to support the agency,” said Youngblud, a financial planner with Ancaster Financial Centre. “I believe in supporting our local youth — boys and girls.”
The Co-operators Over the Edge event is a major fundraiser to support Big Brother Big Sisters mentoring programs.
People can register as individuals, a team or pool to nominate a participant. A rappel time slot will be reserved after a minimum of $800 in pledges has been raised.
For more information visit www.callbigbrothers.com.