Realtors kick off annual Blanket Drive today

ABBOTSFORD — The annual Realtors Care Blanket Drive is underway today. The charity drive supports needy families in the Lower Mainland.

The 28-year-old campaign is a partnership among the Lower Mainland’s three real estate boards, the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV), the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB), and the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB).

This year’s drive will see the combination of the traditional collection of warm clothes and blankets, with an online fundraiser for partner charities.

“With cold temperatures and increased precipitation forecast for November, our partner charities expect blankets and warm clothing to be in high demand across the region,” said Daniel John, Chair, REBGV. “With the addition of our online fundraiser, people have different options to support this year’s campaign and lend a helping hand to those most in need within our communities.”