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Rifco employees raise thousands for CA Humane Society

Dec 28, 2018 | 6:30 AM

A Red Deer company has announced its fundraising total for a local charity this year.

Employees at Rifco National Auto Finance have raised nearly $42,000 for the Central Alberta Humane Society (CA Humane Society) in 2018, presenting cheques of $27,803.17 in August following the organization’s annual Charity Golf Tournament and $14,053.26 on December 21.

Rifco officials say their Social Committee is the driving force behind the company’s culture of giving back, and staff is pleased to be able to assist the CA Humane Society with the important work they do in the community.   

Officials add this is the first year Rifco has partnered with the CA Humane Society and it’s been a pleasure for Rifco to support such a great cause in the community.

Staff vote on a charity every year to support and over the years have donated over $350,000 to local charities in Red Deer.

The $41,856.43 raised comes from staff fundraisers this year and Rifco’s annual Charity Golf Tournament in August.  

“CA Humane relies on the generosity of our community to carry out the important work we are doing on behalf of not only the animals but the people of Central Alberta,” says Amber Mack, Board Chair for the CA Humane Society, in a press release. “Companies like Rifco who have a true social heart are helping us to make meaningful change.  We are humbled by their generosity and thrilled to have been selected as their charity of choice.”  

Tara Hellewell, Executive Director of the Central Alberta Humane Society was overwhelmed by the support and generosity from all the golfers and sponsors, saying, “Donors like Rifco and all those that have supported this tournament are true change makers.  This support allows us to provide key services to both animals and people. Together we are changing lives and giving second chances every day.”