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An Eighty-Year-Old with a Passion for Helping Others<\/strong><\/p>\n

When 80-year-old Dieter first began supporting The Salvation Army, he did so because he researched the organization and learned that little money went to administrative costs. Then, when he attended his first donor recognition luncheon, his will to give became more personal.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe topic of the luncheon was key to Dieter\u2019s understanding of what The Salvation Army does,\u201d says Carol Barton, charitable gift advisor in Victoria, B.C. \u201cThe speeches relating to hope and transformation of struggling addicts had a significant impact on him.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dieter had a young relative who struggled with addiction and has since designated his donations to youth and adult addictions programs.<\/p>\n

\u201cI went to an event and learned first-hand about the work the Army does for people in real need,\u201d says Dieter. \u201cThat\u2019s when I committed to making annual donations and have left a large portion of my estate to The Salvation Army.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u201cWithout the generosity of our donors and stakeholders, The Salvation Army wouldn\u2019t be able to carry out our vital mission of Giving Hope Today, now and well into the future,\u201d says Carol. \u201cFurthermore, gifts to The Salvation Army reflect true compassion and love for our fellow human beings, many who struggle with some of life\u2019s harshest challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe dedication of the people at The Salvation Army is incredible,” says Dieter. “It feels good to donate to them because the money is well spent. I always ask where it is urgently needed, and that’s where we put it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Having spent years as a school teacher, and then as a property developer, Dieter now spends his time relaxing and gardening.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo know I am helping people makes me feel useful, grateful and humble. I\u2019m glad there are trustworthy people such as The Salvation Army who not only give a hand up to those in need but make them even stronger.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Because of the generosity and support from donors like Dieter, we will be able to continue to Give Hope Today \u2026 and every day to those in need throughout British Columbia.<\/p>\n

To learn more about Legacy Giving click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

By Linda Leigh<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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