Fund Blanket of Stars Event

Welcome to the Heart of Resilience – A Journey Toward Healing

In the spirit of understanding, healing, and unity, we present the "Blanket of Stars: A Tribute to Resilience" initiative. This endeavour is not just an event; it's a movement celebrating the enduring strength of Residential School Warriors. These remarkable individuals carry stories of survival, wisdom, and resilience that are crucial to our collective history and vital for our shared future.

As part of the 'Blanket of Stars: A Tribute to Resilience' initiative, a pivotal moment will be the ceremonial walk across Manitoulin Island's iconic swing bridge in July 2024. This walk is more than a physical journey; it is laden with symbolism and deep emotional resonance. For the Residential School Warriors, it represents a poignant return, a crossing over into a space of recognition, acknowledgment, and respect — a symbolic 'coming home.'

In a powerful act of intergenerational connection and healing, the warriors will be greeted and escorted across the bridge by youth. This gesture signifies the passing of knowledge, resilience, and hope from one generation to the next, ensuring that the stories and strengths of the past are carried forward into the future.

The bridge walk is a visible manifestation of the journey toward healing and reconciliation, embodying the event's core message of bridging gaps between the past and a hopeful future. It underlines the importance of community, understanding, and the role of youth in shaping a world that remembers and learns from its history.

By supporting the 'Blanket of Stars: A Tribute to Resilience,' you are contributing to a deeply meaningful act of remembrance and healing. Your donation ensures that this significant walk, and the entire event, honors the courage of the Residential School Warriors and fosters a legacy of resilience and understanding for generations to come.

Our mission goes beyond the boundaries of a single event. We aim to create a lasting impact that honours the past, embraces the present, and builds a future rooted in reconciliation and respect. To achieve this, we need your support. The funds raised will directly contribute to the "Blanket of Stars" event, specifically aiding in honouring the Residential School Warriors with ceremonial star blankets, supporting cultural workshops, and ensuring a meaningful and inclusive experience for all attendees.

Be a Part of the Healing Journey – Support 'Blanket of Stars'

Your contribution can make a significant difference. By donating to our GoFundMe campaign, you are not just supporting an event; you are part of a movement that values and honours the resilience of Indigenous communities. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us move closer to our goal of creating a space for remembrance, healing, and learning.

Join us in making "Blanket of Stars: A Tribute to Resilience" a reality. Your support will enable us to provide a platform where voices of the past are heard, stories of resilience are celebrated, and steps towards a reconciled future are taken together.