FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - 4th Annual Zajac Nights Fundraising Gala “Raising the Bar Award” Honouree Announced

1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
4th
Annual Zajac Nights Fundraising Gala
“Raising the Bar Award” Honouree Announced
Vancouver,BC, May 30, 2016 – The Mel Jr. & Marty Zajac Foundationispleasedtoannounce thatWhite
SpotLimitedwill be honouredatthe 4th
Annual ZajacNights with the ‘Raising the Bar Award’. Each year
the Zajac Young Professionals honouramemberof the Vancouverbusinesscommunitywhoexemplifies
leadership, business savvy and a strong social conscience.
The award this year will be presented to White Spot Hospitality on June 4, 2016, at Zajac Nights “The
World in a Night” celebration at Terminal City Club in support of Zajac Ranch for Children.
Over the last 8 years, White Spot has raised over $440,000 for Zajac Ranch for Children and was a
natural choice for this year’s ‘Raising the Bar Award’. Under the leadership of the Toigo family and
Warren Erhart, PresidentandCEO, White Spothighlightsthe importance of hardworkandperseverance
inthe businessworldwhilststill maintaining a charitable presence throughout their endeavours. From
Home office staff to chefs in their kitchens, the culture within White Spot encourages philanthropy,
working together and supporting local communities. Alongside Zajac Ranch, White Spot continues to
support communities across British Columbia and Alberta and set a valuable example to young
professionals striving to succeed in today’s economy.
“We are honoured to announce that Mrs. Elizabeth Toigo, Mr. Peter Toigo and Mr. Warren Erhart will
receive thisaward onbehalf of White Spot thisyear.It isan iconicBC brand that underthe leadershipof
these individuals has seen considerable growth and expansion into new global markets, something
manyyoungprofessional aspiretoachieve.”saysDavidRutledge, Co-Chairof ZajacYoungProfessionals.
CarmenZajac, Presidentof The Zajac Foundation, says“Zajac Young Professionals have set a precedent
in the qualities they look for from ‘Raising the Bar Award’ recipients. We are pleased to recognize the
incredible contribution White Spot has made to Zajac Ranch and thank the Toigo family and Mr. Erhart
for their ongoing support.”
For more information on Zajac Nights and to buy tickets please visit: www.zajacnights.com.
About Zajac Ranch for Children
Zajac Ranch for Children,locatedon Stave Lake inMission,BC,isdedicatedtogiving children and young
adultswithlongtermmedical conditionsanddisabilities the chance to enjoy an extraordinary summer
camp experience. Since 2004, when Zajac Ranch for Children opened its doors, we have provided life-
changing experiences for over 4,000 children with a wide variety of serious illnesses and medical
conditions. There are few other programs like ours – specialized programming, accessible facilities, a
network of caring, compassionate staff, volunteers and supporters with a state-of-the-art on-site
Medical Centre.
For more information on Zajac Ranch for Children visit: www.zajacranch.com.
For more information,please contact:
CarmenZajac Becs Brocken
President Fund DevelopmentOfficer
The Mel Jr. and Marty Zajac Foundation The Mel Jr. and Marty Zajac Foundation
Zajac Ranch for Children Zajac Ranch for Children
Email:carmen@zajac.com/Phone:604 739 0444 Email:becs@zajac.com/Phone:604 739 0444