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One Day to Build a School
We've had Live Aid, Live8 and a plethora of other charity concerts in between, but on October 25th, Raine Maida ushered in a new era – the benefit busk. Armed with just an acoustic guitar and a couple of cardboard signs, Raine took to the streets of Toronto for a marathon all day show on street corners around the city.
The aim of the day was to raise $30,000 so that War Child Canada could rebuild a school in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Twelve hours later he was over two thirds of the way there, having raised an astonishing $22,000.
"Toronto is truly a great city," he said, after finally calling it a day at 9pm, "I have been humbled by everyone`s generosity"
Raine Maida has long been a supporter of War Child Canada, performing at concerts and donating songs to both War Child CDs. He has visited both Iraq and Darfur with the charity but has yet to go to Congo.
"I`m hoping to go and see the finished school. The great thing about this campaign is it’s so tangible. I`ll be able to show people exactly where their money has gone."
"We`re just over one classroom short. I know of at least one concert that`s been organized to help boost the total. Hopefully a few other bands can get involved and we’ll have the full amount in no time."
Shortwave, Opopo and Brigitte will be playing Supermarket in Toronto on 15th November to raise money for the Congo School campaign. Tickets are $7 with all proceeds donated to War Child Canada. Check out their facebook group by clicking here.
If you`re in a band or run a venue and want to raise money for this campaign, contact Christine at christine@warchild.ca. Or click here to make a donation to help Raine build this school.
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