Thursday, 18 April 2013

Median Fundraising Nonprofit Launch Party - Thursday May 30th; 3-7pm

I am so excited and feel privileged to invite you to the Median Fundraising Launch Party coming this May.

Since I was a child I've always witnessed the differences between people whether their culture, socioeconomic background or simply the language they speak. And while noticing the differences I've also been able to see the care and generosity in each and everyone of them. It's amazing how different and yet the same everyone can be. Humanity is so beautiful.

It's been a long process to try and weave what I feel compelled is my life mission, to help others, into a career. It has been such a privilege, although challenging, to get Median conceived and incorporated.

I wish to invite you, your friends and any organization looking for support to come celebrate and learn more about Median Fundraising.

The launch party will be held at the Pint Vancouver on Thursday, May 30th at 3-7pm. Tickets will be $15 and come with a beer & burger.

Please contact me for more event information or for possible event sponsorship opportunity.

In sincere gratitude,











Maria Bernardo

“It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.”
― Mother Teresa

Friday, 8 March 2013

Company Community

Besides your home the next place you occupy the most is your work place.  I can't stress how important a positive work environment can be for the average employee. While income and position rank on top of employment decisions a good work place is also crucial.

A good work place is usually one where your own values match your company's values. It is also very attractive when your company participates in community events.

Currently, aside from MEDIAN, I work at Urban Impact - a commercial recycling company.  It started as a UBC seed project some twenty years ago by Nicole Stefenelli and it is now a successful full functioning recycling company. Its mission is other than just gaining profits but one to ultimately create social good for the environment through providing services and education. It doesn't end there. In addition to the social service UI provides through recycling, it also supports local charities with a charity program but will occasionally will host/attend fundraising events. Last year, Urban Impact donated its Shred Day proceeds to Pancreatic Cancer Canada, the Philippine Red Cross &  the Canadian Breast Cancer Society just to name a few. It truly is such a blessing to be fortunate enough to work for a company with such a great environment.

I can truly say that these are the key factors to employee work satisfaction. If you are searching for a great cause for your company to be involved in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Vancouver is now accepting registration for their Light the Night Walk - a fundraiser for blood cancers. There is nothing better than participating in a good cause to create your company's community.





Thursday, 7 March 2013

MEDIAN Fundraising Launch Party #savethedate

Clear your calendar on Thursday, May 30th from 3-6pm for MEDIAN's launch party! 
(location to be disclosed at a later date)

Event sponsorships available. 

Contact Maria@MEDIANfundraising.com for more information


Thursday, 28 February 2013

INCORPORATED!!



There are only a few times in life when crying for joy seems to occur; in my mind it is when you marry the love of your life and when you give birth and hold that life you brought into the world. I have yet to be fortunate enough to experience those milestones BUT I realize that crying for joy also happens once you've succeeded at something you've worked so hard for.

I cried for joy once I opened MEDIAN's certificate of incorporation. I was jumping and crying for five whole minutes! It was one of the greatest feelings I've had in a long time.

Thank you to everyone for all your support, thoughts & prayers. To the board directors for their never ending love and our graphic designer who has done such an amazing job in conveying MEDIAN into graphics.

With sincere gratitude, 

Maria Bernardo
Founder & President

Check out our website: www.medianfundraising.com

Monday, 14 January 2013

Sustaining Medical Responsibility - Philippines

On Friday February 8th MEDIAN will be putting together fundraiser for Sustaining Medical Responsibility - Philippines.

A group of Nurses from B.C. will be voluntarily traveling to the Islands of Kinatarkan and Hilantagaan in Cebu, Philippines to provide health education and assistance with consultation. The mission is in partnership with Santa Fe, Health Ministry headed by Dr. Manalili and Region 7 Philippine National Police Health Sector, headed by Colonel Langcaon MD. They hope to raise $2000 from donations to purchase the medical supplies needed for this trip.

The event will be held at PIVO Public House along Abbott near Pender. Tickets can be obtained wiht a suggested donation of atleast $10.00 and come with a complimentary highball or draft beer.

Contact me for tickets or more information at median.fundraising@gmail.com

Hope to see you then!



Tuesday, 7 August 2012

Manila Flood Relief @ The Charles Bar

Manila was hit with a typhoon last week that has continued to cause intense flooding in major inhabited areas of the city. People of all socioeconomic backgrounds are being flooded out of their homes.

Please help support Manila Flood Relief by reserving this Saturday August 11th from 7pm onwards for a fundraiser at The Charles Bar 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the division of the Philippine Red Cross or any other aid group divesting effort directly towards aid relief at this time.

Event starts at 7pm & tickets are $15 (ALL PROCEEDS GO TO MANILA REDCROSS). It's also a UFC night so please feel free to invite friends =)