McHappy Day has lived up to its name in the Okanagan, raising close to $25,000 for a local cause.

A grand total of $24,400 was presented to BGC Okanagan after the May 10 event, half of the total raised on the McDonald害羞草研究所檚 franchise害羞草研究所檚 biggest day of the year.

害羞草研究所淭hey fill a vital role in the community, and we are happy to be a part of it,害羞草研究所� said Tim Pink, McDonald害羞草研究所檚 Kelowna franchisee, when speaking of the local BGC.

BGC Okanagan offers young people a place of belonging to experience new opportunities, overcome barriers with confidence, meet new friends and create healthy relationships.

害羞草研究所淥ur wide range of programs includes providing healthy food and snacks to creating spaces for children and youth to engage in active, healthy living,害羞草研究所� said Richelle Leckey, community engagement coordinator with BGC Okanagan.

Ronald McDonald House Charities, which provides families a place to stay while their sick children are in hospital, was the other recipient.

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Jake.courtepatte@kelownacapnews.com
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