Sales rep’s fundraiser helps family in need

Jennifer Kelly

One day in the office, Jennifer Kelly, a sales rep with Sutton Group – Premier Realty in Ottawa, overheard office administrator Sandra Lozanski speaking about the Charlebois family. They were encountering some challenging times; the father suffers from ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, and they were moving to Ottawa to a home that required many modifications to accommodate his physical handicaps.

Kelly wanted to help. A fundraising event for the family and ALS Society was already in the planning stages. Kelly, with the support of Alana and Donald Abraham, owners of the brokerage, put together a full realty package for a silent auction. It included home staging, handyman services and professional photography. They also donated a dinner and cruise package for the live and silent auctions at the event.

The fundraiser was a success, with 300 guests attending.  With the money raised they have started renovations on the Charlebois’ home, installing a lift, building a ramp at the front entry and also adding a ramp inside the home.

“The story touched me; it is a good feeling as a Realtor to help families return home,” says Kelly.