22nd anniversary for Operation Red Nose in 2016

Colquhoun says the record for number of rides in one campaign was set in 2011, when 1,428 rides were provided, noting that those numbers could not have been reached without a dedicated volunteer base.

“Typically 60-per cent of our volunteers are our athletes but that still leaves a big chunk. Last year we used 550 volunteers, typically we’re over 600 per year. We can’t operate without volunteers and the sponsors that we have.”

Teams of Red Nose escort drivers take volunteers to pick up clients. The designated driver and a navigator then drive the clients’ vehicle, with the client in it, back home.

More volunteers are always needed, especially on New Year’s Eve. Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to go to: http://gohorns.ca to download the volunteer application form.

Sponsors, both financial and of products and services, are key to enabling the program to be offered at no cost.

Along with cash donations, all food and refreshments for volunteers, gas, phone service, and insurance coverage is donated.

Operation Red Nose Lethbridge Dates of Operation in 2016:
Most Thursday’s, Friday’s and Saturday’s in December and New Year’s Eve. (Nov 25, 26, Dec 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 31)

Hours of Operation
9:30 PM – 3:00 AM

Operation Red Nose Phone Number
403-320-4155

by Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs - @morrittjacobs on Twitter

22nd anniversary for Operation Red Nose in 2016

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