There was a call for beer bottles and cans in Ste. Rose.
Ste. Rose, you answered. The Ste. Rose School parent committee is raising money to purchase a new play structure. It'll replace the current one, which has been in use for more than three decades.
Amy MacCarthy and the committee hosted a bottle and can drive on Sunday, and it couldn't have gone any better.
Those living in Ste. Rose were asked to leave any bottles and cans on the curb for pick-up.
The committee was able to pick up 13,335 cans and 1,836 bottles. That works out to $1,529.
"The support was incredible. My phone was ringing off the hook," said MacCarthy. "The community really rallied together to support this. It was incredible to see. We are so grateful for the support."
To date, the committee has raised $24,200. A brand-new play structure is closer to becoming a reality in Ste. Rose.
"I can speak to my kids and many others; they're so excited. They can't wait to have a new structure to play on," ended MacCarthy. "They'll be able to make new memories. They can connect with their friends during and after school. It will be great."
Amy says they plan to apply for grants throughout the winter. The committee has budgeted $85,000 for the play structure.
