Homelessness is no picnic

Kelowna’s Gospel Mission invites their supporters, friends and neighbours to a “Homelessness is No Picnic” barbecue on Saturday August 3 from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at City Park behind the water park.

The barbecue is aimed to shed light on the fact that even though many of us are in “summer mode”, people who are experiencing homelessness are still struggling, said Kelowna’s Gospel Mission’s Executive Director Randy Benson.

“Most of us have enjoyed a beautiful Okanagan summer this year but for people with nowhere to go it hasn’t been so fun. The rental market is still next to non-existent for people who are struggling with low income and our shelter is full. Reasons for homelessness are all unique and complex. Our BBQ enables everyone in the community to come together and feel like part of the neighbourhood while raising awareness that, indeed, homelessness is
no picnic.”

Kelowna’s Gospel Mission is thanking Ricky’s All Day Grill for helping out with the event.

“Our volunteers, including MLA Norm Letnick, will be serving hamburgers, popcorn, cotton candy and have face-painting for the kids. At noon there will be live entertainment by Curtis Tulman.”

To donate, volunteer or give an in-kind gift go to www.kelownagospelmission.ca or call (250)-763-3737.