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aving four of her own Hut homc, helping children has always come naturally to Kristine Nchumacher, "ll'x always been a good lit for mc." said the Waterloo woman. who With recently honoured with a senit‘e award by UNICEF Canada. an organization that sup- ports child health and nutri- lion, promotes quality basic education. protects children from violence, exploitation and AIDS. and is the world's largest provider of vaccines for developing nations. UNICEF Canada surprises volunteer with outstanding service award Kristine Schumacher of Waterloo was shocked when she learned UNICEF Canada was honouring her with a volunteer service award. Schumacher has been helping the organization for the last 10 years. More thalf In years ago 0m~m~ emu-ammonium owmu ._ VISCO ELASTIC WY FOAM By Aqua» BAH n ( hro"irle firatf W MEMORY FOAM BED TOPPERS Ohm We Custom Cut Foam "' For Everything! ... JUST ASK! Schumacher helped start Nutrition for Learning. a local program that helps to ensure equal opportunities for all children by providing them with nourishing food at the beginning of their school day. Once that project was on its feel. she looked for another dpportunity to con- trihute. That search led to HNIC.r.r Canada, a global leader in emergencies with six decades of on-the. ground experience, and a long record of rebuilding children's lives in natural disasters and conflict. The organization is fund- ed entirely by voluntary "I'd seen the upponuni- tics UNICEF has given fami, lies, and I've won the kind of work the organization does around the world." Schumacher said. She co-chaircdthe Steck. schools have been great le family fun event in Octo- ber, helping it to raise more Continued on” " "I thought it would be great to he pan of that work." She became volunteer coordinator for the kitchen- cr-Waterloo branch of UNICEF in 2002, further developing the existing pro- contributions from individ- uals, businesses. founda- lions. schools. associations and governments. In 2005. Schumacher became chair of the sthool and youth program com~ mittee - a program that raises between $40,000 and $50,000 locally each year. A few of the schools that made significant contribu- tions to UN K1ir's campaign last year include Keatsway. laumlwnod, Mary Johnston, M. Matthew and Lester B. Pearson. "We do have a solid pres- once in this community." Schumacher said. "The schools have been great than 517.000. and soon became chair of the area group “WWW, mammal: ”BMW“!!! 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Seniors and adults with disabilities living alone would really appreciate a visitor to chat, play cards, have coffee or go for a drive. For more information. contact Kitchener-Waterloo Friendship Group for Seniors at 742-fi502 or info!" k- wfriendship.org. There are also volunteer opportunities for those not interested in running and walking. Call Marina Prim. at Heartwood Place at 745'-9315. ext. 225 or email mprims6meartwoodplaceca . Following the race there will be food and activities for the children. Heartwood Place. which is raising funds for an affordable housing initiative in Cam- bridge, will host a variety of children's activities including face painting, clowns. a bounce castle and other treats. There will be awards in several categories for run- ners and many prizes for fundraising by individuals, schools, teams and families. Pledge forms are available at Runners Choice and the Running Room in Waterloo, or you can visit www.runwaterloo.com for a pledge sheet and more race information. The 29th annual Waterloo IO km Classic Road Racc is set for this Sunday and will be a great way to cclc, hrate Father's Day as runners help to raise funds for Heartwood Place. Come out for a run, jog or walk at University Madi- um and show your support for affordable housing projects in the region. lhc Ladies Auxiliary are hosting a brunch 1 day, from Illa-.m. m l p.m. II will he held an the Royal Canadian Branch 530. at 19 Regina M. N, irtWaterioo. Tickets are $7 for adults and S4 fur children Legion ladies host brunch for Father's Day Waterloo 10 km Classic runs this Sunday Volunteers needed the Royal Canadian Legion , hosting a brunch this Sun