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Toronto florist arranges special delivery of Mother’s Day gifts to victims of domestic violence
By Bruce DeMaraCulture Reporter
Sat., May 9, 2020
By Bruce DeMaraCulture Reporter
Sat., May 9, 2020
This Mother’s Day will be particularly tough for women with children fleeing domestic violence.
So florist Megan MacQuarrie is doing her part to bring some beauty and joy into the lives of at least 33 of them, in three of Toronto’s shelters, by providing fresh flowers and words of support — with a little help from her friends in the industry. “I just think it would be nice to pass along a little love and encouragement to people who certainly are in need right now. Everybody knows how much fun it is to get flowers at your door when you’re not expecting it. I think that would be just a real boost to somebody,” said MacQuarrie.
The florist, who provides arrangements for high-end weddings and other events, set up a non-profit organization several years ago called New Dawn to make use of the blooms which would often go into the trash once events are over. In the past, the group’s work has been focused on brightening the lives of seniors. But with cases of domestic violence surging during the COVID-19 lockdown, MacQuarrie decided to turn her attention to beleaguered mothers with kids in shelters. Three locations — Interval House, The Redwood and Red Door Family — identified some clients in need of good cheer, while protecting their privacy.
The pandemic shutdown has cancelled celebrations of all kinds and many florists have been forced to shut their doors, but MacQuarrie put the word out about her initiative through Instagram and was pleasantly surprised by the response. Event designer Bill Fulghum of William Fulghum Design Associates reached out to a floral wholesaler to see what they had left after the Mother’s Day rush, while Stemz Flowers provided glass vases and Paper & Poste supplied stationery. MacQuarrie’s Instagram followers suggested messages of love and encouragement to go on the cards.
“I think what Megan’s doing is wonderful,” Fulghum said. “Mothers in shelters should be recognized too. Helping each other is more important than ever. If my little action helped her big action, then I am glad I was able to help.”
The Toronto Star
Sat., May 9, 2020
The Sisterhood Connection
Founder: Monica Parker
©monica parker 2020
Please send your stories of those women who are making a difference, videos and pictures to:
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So florist Megan MacQuarrie is doing her part to bring some beauty and joy into the lives of at least 33 of them, in three of Toronto’s shelters, by providing fresh flowers and words of support — with a little help from her friends in the industry. “I just think it would be nice to pass along a little love and encouragement to people who certainly are in need right now. Everybody knows how much fun it is to get flowers at your door when you’re not expecting it. I think that would be just a real boost to somebody,” said MacQuarrie.
The florist, who provides arrangements for high-end weddings and other events, set up a non-profit organization several years ago called New Dawn to make use of the blooms which would often go into the trash once events are over. In the past, the group’s work has been focused on brightening the lives of seniors. But with cases of domestic violence surging during the COVID-19 lockdown, MacQuarrie decided to turn her attention to beleaguered mothers with kids in shelters. Three locations — Interval House, The Redwood and Red Door Family — identified some clients in need of good cheer, while protecting their privacy.
The pandemic shutdown has cancelled celebrations of all kinds and many florists have been forced to shut their doors, but MacQuarrie put the word out about her initiative through Instagram and was pleasantly surprised by the response. Event designer Bill Fulghum of William Fulghum Design Associates reached out to a floral wholesaler to see what they had left after the Mother’s Day rush, while Stemz Flowers provided glass vases and Paper & Poste supplied stationery. MacQuarrie’s Instagram followers suggested messages of love and encouragement to go on the cards.
“I think what Megan’s doing is wonderful,” Fulghum said. “Mothers in shelters should be recognized too. Helping each other is more important than ever. If my little action helped her big action, then I am glad I was able to help.”
The Toronto Star
Sat., May 9, 2020
The Sisterhood Connection
Founder: Monica Parker
©monica parker 2020
Please send your stories of those women who are making a difference, videos and pictures to:
MP@thesisterhoodconnection.com