Fuel Good Day in support of Help Fill a Dream

Victoria (September 12, 2024) — Peninsula Co-op wants its members and customers to fill up and Fuel Good about it on Tuesday, September 17^th.

As part of Fuel Good Day on September 17th, five cents from every litre of fuel sold at any of Peninsula Co-op’s 17 Gas Centres will be donated to Help Fill A Dream. This includes all grades of gasoline and diesel fuel.

“We are so grateful for Fuel Good Day and the support it brings to Island families. For 38 years, we have been making Dreams come true for children with critical conditions and supporting families with practical and financial assistance, allowing them to focus on the health and well being of their child. This has only been possible with the continued support of our community and incredible partners like Peninsula Co-op. Dreams are powerful things as they represent hope. This Island, our home, inspires Dreams and together we can make them come true. Thank you to everyone who chooses to make Dreams come true by filling their tank on this special day,” said Craig Smith, Executive Director at Help Fill A Dream.

“Fuel Good Day is a simple yet impactful way to support Island kids battling life-threatening illnesses. By filling up your tank, you’re also helping to fuel their dreams. It’s inspiring to see the community come together, with many people running on empty just to contribute as much as they can! Join us on September 17th to make a difference and help make these kids’ dreams a reality by topping up your tanks,” says Lindsay Gaudette, Director of Marketing and Community Relations for Peninsula Co-op.

When: Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Where: All Peninsula Co-op locations: Saanichton, Brentwood Bay, Sidney, North Saanich, Victoria, Langford, Colwood, Mill Bay, Duncan, Comox, Campbell River

About Peninsula Co-op

Peninsula Co-op is a Vancouver Island based Co-operative with roots dating back nearly 60 years, and proudly serving Duncan to Victoria, and Comox and Campbell River. Owned and guided by more than 120,000 member-owners, their core business includes grocery, petroleum, and liquor products. They have 17 gas stations and convenience stores and employ over 450 part-time and full-time employees. Last year nearly $8 million was returned to their member-owners, and half a million dollars is contributed to local community initiatives annually.

About Help Fill A Dream

Since 1986, Help Fill A Dream has operated quietly in the background as a resource for Island families with critically ill children. In addition to making Dreams come true, Help Fill A Dream offers families hope by providing financial assistance to help with: travel costs associated with receiving health care; medical or therapeutic equipment to address special needs; and therapeutic resources. Help Fill A Dream seeks to support families so they can concentrate on the health, care and recovery of their child.