All I Want for Christmas

When I was a kid, I remember hearing stories about the greater meaning behind Christmas, and what the spirit of the season is supposed to be about. But in between our frantic shopping and obsessive decorating, we somehow forget the bigger picture. Despite this seasonal spell of unavoidable hype, there are ways to calm our busybody habits and put them to good use.

The power of philanthropy was something I discovered when visiting El Salvador in 2001. Staying at the Hogar del Niño hospital for handicapped and abandoned children, Read more

2nd Annual Nicky’s Dream For SickKids 2008 Gala

Over 900 guests attended the black and gold themed Nicky’s Dream Gala, which featured a live auction, fine food and wonderful entertainment at the Terrace Banquet Hall on November 21st, 2008. Over $255,000 was raised to support children’s health and raise awareness for the Hospital for Sick Children. The event was held in memory of Nickolis Galliano De Luca Jr., who passed away shortly after becoming involved with the SickKids Foundation. www.sickkidsfoundation.com

2nd Annual Golf Tournament

May 21st marked the 2nd Annual Golf Tournament: Nicky’s Dream for Sick Kids at Copper Creek Golf Club. Participants and NHL celebrities enjoyed a round of golf Read more

Hats off 2 Kidz

Over $80,000 was raised at the 4th annual Hats off 2 Kidz Gala held at the Bellvue Manor this past April. To date, Hats off 2 Kidz has raised over $380,000 in support of Pediatrics Leukemia Research at the Hospital for Sick Children. This year, Jenna Santelli Read more

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