A West Kelowna winery raised $20,000 to help a local women91裸聊视频檚 organization amid the Grouse Complex of wildfires that hit the Central Okanagan in August.

Despite tourism slowing down because of the fires, Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery was able to raise the money and donate it to Mama for Mamas, which supports mothers and caretakers in crisis by providing support for families facing poverty-related struggles.

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Once the winery was able to reopen, they waved all wine-tasting fees in lieu of a donation for Mama for Mamas. Also, certain wines bought at the winery, online, or wholesale, as well as a specialty Mama for Mamas wine pack came with a corresponding donation.

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The charitable organization was overwhelmed by the donations.

Mamas for Mamas founder and chief vision officer Shannon Christensen said Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery91裸聊视频檚 donation illuminates the path towards a brighter future for Mamas for Mamas programs.

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