Bruno Studio Strings.

Written by Donna Harris

The Bruno Studio Strings fundraising concert for Hopeful Hearts should have been heard and seen by all. Grace Bruno of Capital Strings does amazing work with her very talented students and to see these kids so disciplined and enjoying what they were doing was, indeed, heartwarming. I could see the awe in audience members' faces as each young musician played their piece. Time seemed to come to a standstill as everyone became immersed in the sounds of violin and piano.

Bruno Studio Strings

As for the venue, Wesley United Church is a beautiful, dog friendly church that really set this concert off with class. The minister was both warm and inviting. She even brought her little rescue dog in for some social time. She also made it clear that dogs were always welcome to services. Where else in Ottawa can you find a place, other than a pet store, that welcomes dogs like that?

The amazing people who made this fundraiser a success!

This beautiful concert all started because of this little fella, Mr. Beasley (a.k.a. Fraggle), who was found by Diane's (the MC) daughter wandering the streets on a winter's day a couple of months ago. Diane took him in but wasn't sure what to do with him next. With Eileen's help, they contacted Hopeful Hearts who gave them full support. With emails sent out in hopes of finding a forever home for him, it worked. Within a few days, there were several people in line wanting to adopt him. Heather fell in love and was the lucky one. However, he didn't come without medical issues. He needs major dental work once the rest of his organs have stabilized. A portion of the proceeds will go towards helping this little guy.

Roz & Fraggle

We had a good turnout thanks to volunteer Eileen Woodside and Grace who worked hard to organize and advertise this event. Just a little over $1500 was raised for which we are extremely grateful. Hopeful Hearts could not help the dogs in need without these fundraisers which supporters work selflessly to organize. We also could not do it without those who come out to the events in support of Hopeful Hearts. We send out a huge thank you to you all!