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Joe's Place-Hungry For Hope

Affichée le octobre 15, 2009

• Auteur : Joe Dueck
• Organisation: Joe's Place Youth Centre
• Endroit : Moose Jaw, SK
• Catégorie : Soutenez les jeunes
• Coût : À moyen budget (10 000 $ à 50 000 $)

JOE’S PLACE-HUNGRY FOR HOPE

WHO ARE WE? For 15 years, Joe’s Place -Generation Hope Youth Inc. (www.joesplaceyouthcentre.ca) has been providing hope for youth who are hungry to be mentored, challenged and given opportunities regardless of race, religion or income level. Although Joe’s Place started small in a warehouse apartment, the donation of a 24 000 sq/ft building has made us one of Canada’s largest youth centres. We are a non-profit, registered charity and rely on donations to keep running. We provide a safe and fun environment on weekend nights that includes video games, pool tables, music and events. A 30-foot tall, 4 sided climbing wall challenges youth to achieve new heights. In addition to drop-in nights, Joe’s Place offers work skills training, small groups, a teen mom’s support group and a dance team. We sponsor youth to attend camps and retreats as well as day trips to various sporting and community events. We are focused on relationships and committed to building character and leadership skills in youth.

WE NEED A KITCHEN TO FEED OUR YOUTH! Youth are the future of our nation and are hungry to be mentored, challenged and given opportunities. We strive to meet these needs and realize that healthy food is an integral part of this. The need for food in our programs has continued to grow as our programs expand but we do not have a kitchen in our building. Volunteers currently prepare food off site and transport this hot and messy cargo to Joe’s Place in their vehicles. After these meals are fed to hungry and thankful youth, the dirty dishes have to be transported off site to be washed. The community has responded to this need and we have a generous donation of commercial kitchen equipment waiting to be installed. We need money to install this equipment, renovate the kitchen and café area, and hire a part-time staff to supervise this project. Not only will this help us to feed our hungry youth, but we hope to use this kitchen for sustainability fundraising and to train our youth in restaurant work skills. We do not have the money to make this project happen without your support!

WHAT WILL IT ACHIEVE? 1. Hungry youth will be fed and better able to participate in our many programs. 2. Youth will be given hope through special events like our Christmas banquet. 3. Sales from this new kitchen will help create sustainability funding. 4. Youth will gain work skills. 5. As youth gain hope through mentorship, new opportunities and work skills, they become leaders in the community and contribute to a brighter future for all.

SUSTAINABILITY PLAN The installation of this donated equipment and this new café area will allow us to start running fundraising lunches on weekdays. This will bring in downtown business people who can tour our facility to see all the ways in which we help the youth of Moose Jaw. So, not only will this lead to income from food sales, but will raise public awareness leading to an increase in support and donations. We will also be applying for employment grants to cover future staffing.

WE ONLY NEED $49 999 FROM THE AVIVA COMMUNITY FUND For most people to take on a project of this magnitude the cost would be upwards of $200 000. With the amount of volunteer labour, in-kind & cash donations and discounts that we receive from our faithful supporters we believe we will be able to accomplish this project with only $49 999. Without funding from Aviva this project will not happen!

HUNGRY FOR HOPE BUDGET

EXPENSES

GENERAL EXPENSES

Architectural drawings, Restaurant Kitchen Consultants, Signage, Building Permits, Inspections =

$8800 ($5500 Worth Donated)

KITCHEN EXPENSES

EQUIPMENT / BUILDING MATERIALS Commercial Kitchen Equipment, Air Exchange System, Lumber, Drywall, Lighting, Paint, Cabinets, Counters =

$118 500 ($100,000 Worth Donated) Commercial Kitchen Equipment.

INSTALATION / LABOUR General Construction, Electrical, Plumbing, Gas Lines, Roof Venting, Flooring =

$11 000 ($1 500 Worth Donated)

CYBER CAFÉ / SEATING AREA / FRONTAGE EXPENSES

EQUIPMENT / BUILDING MATERIALS Tables, Chairs, Booths, Lighting, Replace 4 Large (8ft x 8ft) Broken Windows, Double Doors For Fire Escape, 6 x Job Search/Resume Computers =

$20 500 ($4 000 Worth Donated)

INSTALATION AND LABOUR General Construction, Electrical, Flooring =

$5 100 ($1 300 Worth Donated)

OPERATING (STAFFING/ SUPPLIES) Kitchen/Youth Jobskills Supervisor, 2 Jobskills/Resume Staff, 7 Serving Staff, Cooking, Baking & Serving Supplies =

$25 100 ($25 100 Worth Covered By Volunteer Labour, Grants & Fundraising Lunches)

TOTAL COST OF PROJECT $189 000

REVENUE/INCOME

In-Kind/Volunteer Donations $128 400

Employment Grant $ 6 000

Fundraising Lunches $ 3 000

Cash Donations Already Given $ 1 601

Aviva Community Fund $ 49 999

TOTAL REVENUE/INCOME $189 000

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  Youth & Bus
  Youth are the future of our nation! We strive to help every youth reach their full potential!
  octobre 16, 2009 @ 2:55

  
  
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  TUESDAY SUPPER CLUB
  We feed as many as 80 youth on Tuesday nights. Food continues to gain importance in all of our programs. Our dedicated kitchen volunteers need a proper kitchen! We currently do dishes in Rubbermaid containers with water heated up in the kettle.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 7:05

  
  
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  MEAL PREP
  Our kitchen volunteers doing final prep on food that was prepared off-site. Healthy meals contribute to the health and future success of our youth.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 7:13

  
  
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  CHRISTMAS BANQUET
  The goal of our Christmas Banquet is to ensure that every youth has a good meal and a Christmas experience to remember. A kitchen would make this so much easier!
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 7:43

  
  
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  MENTORSHIP
  We believe that relationships are more important than programs. Sometimes all a youth needs is someone to listen, give them a little advice or offer a word of encouragement.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 7:48

  
  
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  JOB SKILLS / LIFE SKILLS
  One of our staff showing a youth how to repair drywall. We believe that youth need someone to teach them basic life skills so they can be successful and contributing members of society.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 7:55

  
  
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  YOUNG MOMS GROUP
  We have an amazing group of Young Moms who come out with their kids on Tuesday nights. We thank our Mentor Moms for their dedication.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 8:00

  
  
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  OPPORTUNITIES / DANCE GROUP
  Several volunteers help run our Joe's Place Dance Group. These girls practice various choreographed dances and perform them at different community events. They join us Wednesday nights for supper.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 8:14

  
  
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  CHALLENGE / CLIMBING WALL
  Youth need to be challenged and our climbing wall helps youth problem solve, overcome fear and trust issues and "reach new heights" in their personal growth.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 8:21

  
  
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  DAY TRIPS / OUTINGS
  Every youth deserves the opportunity to try new things no matter what their income level. Thanks to sponsorship by our generous donors many youth are able to try activities like canoeing, horse back riding and mountain biking for the first time.
  d�cembre 1, 2009 @ 8:40

  
  
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  CAMPS AND YOUTH RETREATS
  There is no greater life changing experience than spending a week at a summer camp or a weekend at a youth retreat like Youth Quake. We sponsor about 100 youth each year to various camps, retreats and outings.
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• TheCreech

  Excellent idea. The next step in helping Moose Jaw youth is exactly the kind of work-mentorship idea the Joe's Place Kitchen provides, along with supporting an astoundingly worthwhile charity.
  octobre 16, 2009 @ 6:13 EST

  
  

• Jordy

  This plan and idea has been a long time in coming and it's so close! Everything seems to be in place but they need a push to get it going. It's like they've got a place they need to go and a sweet car to go there in, but the tank is empty.
  octobre 16, 2009 @ 7:30 EST

  
  

• Thom

  I have watched this plan from its start point right now I can turn around and look at the goal behind me. I know that if this Goes threw then the Youth of Moose Jaw will learn so many more skills then the ones we can already teach them, like how to cook proper meals and how to take care of themselves and a family in the future. This is about the community helping the community.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:24 EST

  
  

• guardian

  im game
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:29 EST

  
  

• Tram

  I love the idea. This is something Joe's Place has needed for years. It will help the organization in so many ways.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 3:06 EST

  
  

• tonie

  Every vote counts, make your vote count. support your community , and the youth of to day and the ones of tomorrow.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 3:34 EST

  
  

• Brenduh22

  sweet! what an awesome way to help out and reach out to the community!! I'm excited about this! Vote for Joe's Place!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 5:20 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  Glad to vote for something meaningful, rather than politicians for a change :)
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 10:29 EST

  
  

• HannahJoy

  I had lunch at Joe's the other day in the "unkitchen" area. It would be AMAZING to have a real kitchen there! I'm excited!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 11:17 EST

  
  

• joelsopp

  I was one of Joe's first Bouncers/Doormen, and I stopped in a few months ago to see what it had become. WOW! It started on Main Street, in a loft with a whole lotta love, and now it's ready to continue being a place of hope for youth, and a permanent fixture in Moose Jaw's Downtown. Vote For Joe's Place, And You Will Be Making A Difference In Your World!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 11:39 EST

  
  

• tuddles

  The emphasis on mentorship seems prominent in the activities and plans listed above. I love how they expect to use even the building and setting up of there projects as opportunity to work with kids, instead of just waiting till the final project is complete. Go Joes!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 11:49 EST

  
  

• abbey

  I have never been to joes but i hear good things about it and I think improving this place would be well worth it..
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 12:25 EST

  
  

• Hawk

  Joes place has done so much for the community so much already but this kitchen would help them reach out and help in many more ways I know some youth that aim for being head cooks one day and this kitchen would help them improve in there skill.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 12:41 EST

  
  

• Teej

  The end is in sight but you know when you race you dont slow down till you break that ribbion
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 12:58 EST

  
  

• O-Bad

  I'm going to get everyone I know to vote for this. Something that will make a real difference in the lives of youth in the Moose Jaw area.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 1:23 EST

  
  

• Trish

  I live in Alberta and I've met people who's lives have been positively affected by this place out here, as well as talked to others who have heard nothing but good things! Way to go!! God Bless!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 1:30 EST

  
  

• Kendra

  We've been so thankful to have committed volunteers to cook us meals and transport it over to Joe's place every week and having a kitchen would make their dedicated service so much easier =)
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 1:33 EST

  
  

• Shrull kid

  I wish Joe's Place was in my city so I could organize and teach cooking and nutrition classes in the kitchen once I become a dietitian! It's my dream job! I'm super excited about the kitchen. Having the kitchen will be an amazing vehicle to mentor, feed kids, and teach through!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 1:40 EST

  
  

• crossfish22

  We all need Food and we all need hope. Some weeks the only place the youth get a nutritious meal is Joe's place. There is no better way then to share a meal together to offer hope for the week. It would be awesome to have a kitchen at Joe's Place in order to prepare meals and a place to share life together. Vote 4 Joe's
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:01 EST

  
  

• crossfish22

  We all need Food and we all need hope. Some weeks the only place the youth get a nutritious meal is Joe's place. There is no better way then to share a meal together to offer hope for the week. It would be awesome to have a kitchen at Joe's Place in order to prepare meals and a place to share life together. Vote 4 Joe's
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:01 EST

  
  

• Thom

  This kitchen would help many of the youth out..I remember when I first moved out on my own..(I got kicked out when I was 15) the only meals i would have for the week were the ones at joes place I didnt have the money to buy food and pay for rent..Joes place provided so much for me of what I need, Food, A place to go to be safe, and most of all frindship. Now I am glad to help out at joes place as much as I can to help the youth who need the same help I needed
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:30 EST

  
  

• SamIAm

  I have been coming to Joe's for the last three years as a volunteer and this place has definately changed my life. I have had a pretty easy life, but Joe's has opened my eyes to the reality that there are people who are less fortunate then us barely getting byers...There are people who aren't getting by. This kitchen would definately help us help those people. I have seen kids's lives changed because of this place, and I've only been here for three years...That's so cool.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:49 EST

  
  

• B-Crester

  Letting you guys know, this is a place where teens of all races, sexes, orientations, and religious affiliations can come without being judged, hated, or abused. This place is full of love. The volunteers genuinely love doing what they do, not for anything that they will get out of it, and they get so much out of it, but because they love giving out of love to the kids who have nothing.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 2:59 EST

  
  

• grumpy.bear

  I've nvr been 2 Joe's b4, but my sis has & she luvz it. She has lotz of mazin' storyz bout it. Vote 4 Joe's Place.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 3:04 EST

  
  

• Lizybee

  I am a four year volunteer at joes, I moved from my home to come and be here year round and not just during the school year. I believe in Joe's and my life is a testimony to that. A kitchen would really help us all out, we don't even have a decent sink to wash dishes in! The sink is downstairs and in a room that is no help to anyone. To be able to prepare food, in a safe clean kitchen and the ability to wash dishes after would give ease to the people who generously share their time, money and cooking skills to give to the youth we serve. Joe's place is a worthy cause to give to, they are integral and straight forward who just want to give to youth. Ask any of the extremely underpaid overworked staff who never stop giving.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 4:49 EST

  
  

• michellek

  I had the priviledge of visiting Joe's Place last May and was seriously impressed! My daughter attended Joe's Place frequently and volunteered there as well. The staff are amazing and do miraculous things with very little resources. This funding would allow them to make a greater impact in a needed area. You can also make a one time donation or monthly pledge to help fund the staff who are, with great results, working to positively change the lives of Moose Jaw's youth. For information please visit www.joes-place.ca. The efforts we make today impact the results of tomorrow!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 5:51 EST

  
  

• Nev

  Let's do this! Joe's Place rocks!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 6:41 EST

  
  

• SKgirl

  Strange but true, one of the best ways to show you care, is by sharing food. Hospitality, and healthy food for growing youth, AND practical skills-training AND fundraising capabilities. What´s not to like? This is a great plan, and I join with many others in being excited to see it carried out!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 7:22 EST

  
  

• ameemawson

  I think it is a great idea! Joe's Place did wonders for me when i was in my youth!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 7:25 EST

  
  

• Raze4955

  You know I have been at Joe's Place since I was 14 and now I am 27 and I am still going there. Why? Because it has impacted my life greatly and I know it will continue to do so. I believe that with the change of our culture we need to learn to change with it so that we can continue to impact the lives of kids. But I have also seen that some things don't change and that people are still hungry and starving in other parts of the world and even our own. So what can we do to make a difference? We can send money to those places to help bring support and food for those who hunger and we can also send money and support to help feed those who hunger in Moose Jaw. Joe's has always had a heart focus towards these youth in Moose Jaw, to these generation and I hope that with all of our support and votes that he can achieve that goal and reach even more youth. Making a difference in their lives even if that means letting them having a chance to eat.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 7:33 EST

  
  

• Teej

  From all these stories you can tell clearly that Joes has done so much, I know that they will do so much more with the grant if they win it.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 7:56 EST

  
  

• mack

  I visited joe's place for a concert a few weeks ago, and it was amazing! Joe's heart for the youth is unbelievable and inspiring, and the staff and volunteers share in the enthusiasm.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 8:34 EST

  
  

• BooneDoggle

  Good luck you guys--you're awesome!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 9:01 EST

  
  

• Jman

  I have been to Joe's Place numerous times and I think this kitchen would be an amazing thing for the facility! There are so many kids out there who are hurting and in need and I think that this kitchen would be one more way for inner city kids to feel the love of the community
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 9:50 EST

  
  

• Calvin31

  Former Joe's Place kid turned staffer here: Joe's Place rocks and offers kids hope and a place to go to. Without this place, my life would have been drastically different. GO JOE'S PLACE!!!!
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 10:34 EST

  
  

• Deany

  Lovin' you guys! Blessings on you! Even if this doesn't go through I know that God will find a way... the way to bring this kitchen into existence.
  octobre 17, 2009 @ 11:53 EST

  
  

• skbrian

  It's amazing to see both a group like Joe's Place actively involved in their community as well as an organization like Aviva giving back to communities all over our country!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 12:12 EST

  
  

• DeeDee17

  Heard great things about Joe's place. Go Joe's Place.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 12:38 EST

  
  

• Brenduh22

  I love you guys! keep up the awesome work your doing, it's so neat to be involved with what your doing! Blessings on you and the plans that are in store.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 1:03 EST

  
  

• lilbondy

  Vote For Joe's. i only went there for like a year and they helped me out so much, it was a safe place to go especially when you are down, all the staff and students that go there try to chear u up and believe me they do that very well. i would love to go back in a few months or so and see that they are having a kitchen built. a kitchen would do them alot of help. Miss everyone from Joes Place!!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 1:28 EST

  
  

• SuperSteve

  I have sadly only been able to make it out to Joe's Place once but once is enough to see that this is a great organization and I know that God will provide the money needed whether it is through this or some other way. I
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:28 EST

  
  

• lilb

  I think The Kitchen would be a great improvement to joes
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:33 EST

  
  

• ame

  a kitchen would be sweet!! a dream come true! the number of youth it would serve would be unreal! vote for joes!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:37 EST

  
  

• Jszeto

  Sweet!!!!!!!!!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:38 EST

  
  

• Amy

  Yay! Support!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:40 EST

  
  

• guitardude

  I am a volunteer at Joes Place and it is an amazing place for the youth of the city to come and hang out, learng skills, and have fun in a safe and fun environment. This kitchen would be such an amazing addition to the facility!!!! Just picture it...a place where the youth of the city can eat and have fun!!! Bring on the kitchen!!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:47 EST

  
  

• Doctor Jones

  Joe's Place sounds like a wonderful place for youth to go to. I wish my city had a Joes Place!!! This kitchen Idea sounds like a perfect idea for feeding their youth that come there! Best of luck Joe's Place!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:52 EST

  
  

• swynn

  Joe's Place has impacted my life greatly. I don't know where I would be in life if I haven't met the people and learned the things I did. It would make an even bigger difference if there was a kitchen involved.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 3:03 EST

  
  

• Fluffy

  This is a great idea. Youth need to have an avenue to learn and be fed. Really, it is hard to do much on an empty stomache. ;) Go Joe's Place!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 3:13 EST

  
  

• izzybell

  I learned to grow up at joes place and not take so much crap from everyone cause im better than that. This is an awesome idea and i really hope people vote for this and get this for you guys!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 4:35 EST

  
  

• Shelbii*

  Joes place is the best environment for youth in my opinion, a kitchen would really help out.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 5:54 EST

  
  

• coralee

  I was around when the first Joe's Place became a reality. An amazing place where amazing things happen every day. It is truly a light in a dark world.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 10:49 EST

  
  

• Gurnsey

  This place actually works, I am a product of JOE's Place. I grew up in the Jaw, and was in real trouble as a youth. This place brought me into the fold, and 15 years later, I have been serving youth and other organizations from a position of Assistant manager at a Bible college in Alberta!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 11:30 EST

  
  

• electric

  This place is great for the youth of Moose Jaw. There is really nothing to do as a kid in MJ, and Joe's Place, was that thing you could do. (Stay out of trouble, meet new friends, create new memories). Joe's Place cares about the youth of Moose Jaw and wants to make a place that they can go, have fun and just be yourself. What a difference they have made so far...Think of what they will do in the future
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 1:26 EST

  
  

• JimmyS

  YAY!!! Support Joe's Place!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:09 EST

  
  

• looking@sky

  Joe's Place is an amazing place to go to hang out with friends and have fun. Its a safe environment and it keeps kids off the streets on the weekend nights. I think this kitchen would bring even more kids in off the streets!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:15 EST

  
  

• alexc12

  I've never been, but I've only heard great things.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 2:42 EST

  
  

• Plouffer

  I've volunteered at Joe's Place for 2 year and have now worked full time at Joe's Place for 2 years and I am so excited to have a real kitchen where I can help teach youth how to prepare a meal. and be able to clean up after ourselves and do dishes in a real sink instead of a rubber maid container and boiled water. I'm so excited to see how this project will further the outreach and mentorship that we already do at Joe's Place!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 3:16 EST

  
  

• Snurfy

  Great! I fully support this idea!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 4:05 EST

  
  

• Ashton

  Joes place has done so much for the community its great to see that they have the chance to keep helping youth, the love that joes place shows dose so much to help the youth of Moose Jaw.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 4:13 EST

  
  

• vmw

  This place change my life!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 4:21 EST

  
  

• ken

  You do great work. Keep it up
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 4:40 EST

  
  

• wright9

  Joe's Place has been doing so much for so many different people for years. This grant will help hugely in an area that it is well needed!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 4:59 EST

  
  

• Amy

  Yay Joe's place! Share the love!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 5:13 EST

  
  

• seedofwonder

  Changing lives one joe at a time. :)
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 5:44 EST

  
  

• Jax

  Happy to vote for you, keep up the good work!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 6:21 EST

  
  

• muffy

  great idea. hope it pans out
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 6:46 EST

  
  

• cadeega

  cheering for yoU!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 7:28 EST

  
  

• buba1

  I could not think of a better place to invest money and time. Joes Place is in the life changing business. Kids coming off the streets and getting involved with something they see makes a difference in their lives, then, wanting to help someone else experience the same. The kitchen project would make the work so much better. It would give everyone a real boost. My vote is for Joe's Place!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 7:36 EST

  
  

• adriana

  i hope we win!!!!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:22 EST

  
  

• Ami

  So exciting, hope you win too!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:30 EST

  
  

• rickyh

  GYEA! JOES!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:32 EST

  
  

• rickyh

  GYEA! JOES!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:32 EST

  
  

• nfmsrcks

  joes is the best!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:37 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Blessings to the Prairie girl...you have my vote for hope!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:51 EST

  
  

• Allexa

  I think Joe's Place should win as they do a wonderful thing for youth in Moose Jaw! Go Joe's!!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 8:59 EST

  
  

• geckogirl

  Woohoo... go Joe's place. Youve been doing such an awsome job.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 9:05 EST

  
  

• Nico

  Go Joe's!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 9:06 EST

  
  

• Cat123

  A working kitchen at Joe's Place?! Sounds like a plan!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 9:09 EST

  
  

• Thom

  I sit here reading the comments and I realize even more fully how many people Joes has touched and helped, Joes has shown so many people there love and now they turn around and help them back. This is what we have been doing, This is what we want to keep doing with this grant.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 9:09 EST

  
  

• alysetalia

  This is incredible! Joe's Place sounds like such an incredible blessing to Moose Jaw and all those who live there. Thank you so much for all of you wonderful work! I am very grateful. I am cheering for you, GO JOE'S PLACE! Alyse S. Ottawa,Ontario
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 9:30 EST

  
  

• g.j.sawatsky

  I have only known Joe D from college and not from Joe's Place. I am sooooooooooo glad he is doing this --- he was one of the nicest guys that I met that lived in the trendiest, hip dorm that was known to house all the upity people. He was always down to earth and plesant. He'll have my vote often, I hope.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 9:33 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

  So amazing on so many levels!!!! as often as i can remember i shall vote for joes place...wouldnt be who i am today without it!!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 10:55 EST

  
  

• Kaidee

  This would be so awesome. Moose Jaw is blessed to have Joe's Place and this would make it that much better!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 11:00 EST

  
  

• Brenduh22

  Go Joe's Place!!! I can't believe how much impact that it brings, to everyone involved in it! What a great place, to step out and be who you are. Getting to meet new people and be apart of new opportunities and events....its amazing!
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 11:09 EST

  
  

• shorty

  At times, joes place was the only place I had.. I've made some of my closets friends there, and the staff I still talk to daily, even though I no longer live in Moose Jaw. I've learned a ton, and this place has been a huge helping hand for some teens. I can't wait to go back and see this place again, and i'm looking forward to coming back. Because joey has seriously changed my life in ways I never could.
  octobre 18, 2009 @ 11:54 EST

  
  

• Burnzy

  I remember moving the kitchen equipment into the basement to store it. Now it is time to HOOK IT UP, and get this thing going.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 12:13 EST

  
  

• Welder

  I went to Joe's Place as a teen. I had lots of home problems, school problems, and someone was always there to hear them. I'm so grateful for all the staff that were there, to help me through these. The people that work down there helped me to be a better person. I now have a child and I hope that this place will be around when she gets older. I recommend this place for all the teens of Moose Jaw, they have so much to offer. My brother that is 7 years younger goes there, because it's a safe place for him to be. There isn't much places for the youth to feel safe anymore. Please vote for the kitchen, it will help the community.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 12:30 EST

  
  

• allan

  Joes Place is already making a huge impact in the community of Moose Jaw. It is helping kids to gett of their bad habits. I reall hope this kitchen is going to be able to be put in place.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 1:22 EST

  
  

• chelseykf

  Joe's Place made a HUGE impact on my life. I'd love to see it continue to impact the lives of others.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 1:47 EST

  
  

• eelidoj

  Joe's Place makes Moose Jaw better. I want them to get a kitchen!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 1:55 EST

  
  

• SuperSteve

  GO JOE'S!!!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:04 EST

  
  

• dannyboy

  Joe's = awesome
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:31 EST

  
  

• Amy

  No place like Joe's!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:45 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Happy to see Joe's is getting the support it deserves! Joe's place changed my life, i thank God for Joe and the whole gang and for letting me be a part of it all.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 4:09 EST

  
  

• kelkel

  I attended Joes place as a teen as did my two older sisters before me. The environment there is amazing and it is the place to be on friday and saturday nite. I moved away with my family in my late teens and now i wish that there is a place like Joes where I live for my younger brother. Joes place keep me and my sisters out of trouble. When I go back to visit MJ I always stop in to see the changes Joe's has done with the community. I believe that the kitchen will benifit Joe's, the teens and will change the lives of many ppl. Everybody needs to know how to cook and with this kitchen it will give teens a chance to enriche their future.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 6:06 EST

  
  

• Mouse1973

  Joe and his team have done such an amazing amount of work and it's made a real difference in the lives of youth in the community. I know that this funding would allow them to do even more. I've known Joe since high school, and this place has been a real calling for him. Go, Joe!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 7:08 EST

  
  

• Sir Labalot

  Youth Centres may be the most important thing in cities around the country today. Keep it up! I support you!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 7:11 EST

  
  

• Mr.Lobo

  Great idea folks. Keep up the great work!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 9:24 EST

  
  

• ken

  This makes a positive difference in a community.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:06 EST

  
  

• Rhonda

  Great job Joe, Karen and staff at Joe's Place!! You have made a huge difference in the lives of many and will continue to do so. A new Kitchen would only make your job that much easier and be able to help that many more youth!! Keep Up the Great Work!!!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:42 EST

  
  

• Timotay

  This sounds really cool. Great idea.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:49 EST

  
  

• kyleellergod

  Joe's Place is Bunk! Keep truckin! God bless!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:57 EST

  
  

• saranm

  I've heard amazing things about Joe's Place! Good luck!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 12:01 EST

  
  

• amanda

  amazing job joe and family ... i remember when you started out small and now look you guys have done so much for the moosejaw community and i know you guys will win this you deserve it !!!!!!!!!!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 12:21 EST

  
  

• dsannes

  I have worked with Joe's Place as a volunteer, full time staff and at one time even attended as a youth. Joe is one of the most incredible lads out there. He is a vision and passion to see the needs of "at risk" youth addressed in practical and meaningful ways. The prospect of food is always a touchy subject. Every good drop in centre is centered around a kitchen which can be used to feed those that are less fortunate. Joe's Place has managed to generate a following not because they are offering free handouts but rather the kids trust and respect Joe's staff and they have found a Safe PLace among the pitfalls of the adolescent journey. I have seen the kitchen equipment and the space for this kitchen and I know with the proper funding Joe will create a space that will be used for many different reasons. It will provide education for the youth looking to pursue culinary experience, it will put food in the stomachs of those youth who maybe can not attain this at home. FInally it
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 12:30 EST

  
  

• kassymiller

  come on guys! we can do this! joes place has helped out myself and so many others! he deserves this! i
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:00 EST

  
  

• Carol

  Joe's Place is reaching the youth in Moose Jaw in an amazing way!!!! I volunteered on one occasion to help feed some of the youth there, and it was so difficult, due to the lack of kitchen facilities. Having a fully functional kitchen would just really increase their ability to impact the youth!!!! I have met youth whose lives have been totally turned around for good, through Joe's Place. I vote for Joe's Place!!!!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:02 EST

  
  

• DuncanB

  Over the years many youth have benefited from the work of Joe's Place. At a time in their lives when they were most vulnerable and damaged from poor living circumstances and wrong choices, the youth who have attended Joe's Place have had opportunities to develop under positive mentors, learn work skills and to end up choosing adaptive lifestyles and successful careers. Kudos to the staff, volunteers, and directors of Joe's Place! They certainly deserve support for the new kitchen.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:35 EST

  
  

• Ehjae

  Cool Idea. Good luck!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:44 EST

  
  

• Ehjae

  Cool Idea. Good luck!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 2:44 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  God made me a Praire Girl Gave me a path, that I should walk Loved me long before I should be loved Filled this broken heart, with His soul Another vote for Hope...we all hunger for this...Love from Ontario...
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:02 EST

  
  

• Travis

  Im glad to see so much support, Joe's place is awesome
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:05 EST

  
  

• progger

  Awesome mission! I wish you all the best!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:17 EST

  
  

• eliza

  This would allow Joe's Place to go to a whole new level of helping the youth in Moose Jaw! It can be used to teach and help the youth learn to cook good meals for them selves as well as give them skills for the work force.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:34 EST

  
  

• looking@sky

  This is an amazing opportunity for Joe's Place to be a part of! Joe's Place is always giving to the youth. I think it would be sweet to get this kitchen so we can give even more!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:37 EST

  
  

• CoconutsMcge

  Joe's is a great place for people to get off the street. It has benefited our city greatly. I agree about the kitchen, it would greatly benefit the whole operation.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 3:57 EST

  
  

• ProStar7

  I luv Joe's Place!!!! Keep up the good work guys!!!!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 5:01 EST

  
  

• EliStorm

  We Can Do it. Come on guys
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 5:15 EST

  
  

• Aravishwin

  This place absolutely rocks. I think we can totally do this. Lets go
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 5:22 EST

  
  

• Eliza

  We need that Kitchen guys. It is within our reach. We just need to reach out and take it
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 5:26 EST

  
  

• dr_knowles

  Lots of people want to see things like juvenile delinquency changed for the better, but few are willing to actually get their hands dirty and deal with it. Joe and his staff are people who are actually dealing with the causes of this issue in Moose jaw, not just treating symptoms.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 5:39 EST

  
  

• LauraW

  I'm so excited to see what a working kitchen will do at Joe's Place. Not only will it be easier to feed everyone, but it will teach the youth how to feed others!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 5:50 EST

  
  

• melody

  So exciting!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 6:20 EST

  
  

• loopyK

  Awesome program - these youth are our future!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 6:30 EST

  
  

• izzybell

  I hope joes gets this :)!
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 7:50 EST

  
  

• mack1

  My daughter works there every week. Her heart is set on helping out the youth in the community.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 8:02 EST

  
  

• dragonfly

  So many people have dreams but lose hope and don't follow through with them. Joe had a vision and made it real. I believe in Joe's place, it is making a difference in these kids lifes.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 8:03 EST

  
  

• Angelz

  I know people working at Joe's and how much they get excited to go every week! Vote for Joe's and make a difference, a difference that takes two minutes of your time every day. You are on your computer anyways, vote! Joe's is awesome.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 9:13 EST

  
  

• booga

  Kitchen definitely needed and will do SO much
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:02 EST

  
  

• beth47

  such an amazing idea, i think its a great plan and i think it will be a great thing for Joes. It will be so great for the kids to have that. Joes is great and the kids there are amazing. Full support right here
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:20 EST

  
  

• Brock

  When my parents split up, I was practically raised between The Grinning Lizard (teen wellness centre) & Joe's Place. Joe is such a great guy with such a great heart for people. I have been super blessed through Joe's Place.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:24 EST

  
  

• TheJennaNash

  Thats so awesome! What a great way to bless the teens of Moose Jaw.
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 10:30 EST

  
  

• Jdog123

  I have volunteered for 4 years at the youth centre and it is the #1 reason why I continue to live in Moose Jaw. And a kitchen sure would be nice...mmm...burgers...
  octobre 19, 2009 @ 11:18 EST

  
  

• Lauren

  I think that this is such an amazing plan, one that has been in the works and I can't wait to see where God takes it. I miss Joes place and the youth more and more each day and pray often
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 12:07 EST

  
  

• Baz

  Joes Place is one of the most needed youth centers in MooseJaw's community . Why is because I belive it give's the youth of the community a chance to stay focust in life, also to fufill their dreams with in life its self. It also alows troubled youth to stay off the streets and also a chance to change their life's around with the acceptance to fit in with the community. but just to keep it basic all i can say is it's the right place too be if you would like to have the oppertunaty to builed great social skills, leardership,voleteer work,Bible study,ect.. From living the life as a gangmember for nine years, it really gave me the oppertunaty I've been waitin been for, To move forward with my future and to also walk onside with our loard.Even tho I may struggle somtimes it allows me to get back on track with out being judged. so if it can work for me it can work for you.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 12:43 EST

  
  

• ed

  vote for joes place food is awsome
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 12:52 EST

  
  

• beat box

  I love this place!... Joe's Place is doing great things, and the youth that come love it! Its so neat getting to know them threw this place and all the programs that are held. It's going to be amazing down the road still hearing stories about the youth and how they are impacting and making a difference in our world. Go Joe's Place!!! Keep doin' what you do best =D
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 1:51 EST

  
  

• Justinmakell

  Great ministry, Lets support and let God continue to use Joe's place in even more effective ways.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 2:52 EST

  
  

• ursu

  Joe's place is a place where mere words cant discribe....but im gonna try anyway....no matter who you are or where you come from or whatever higher deity you beleive in. there is a place there you can relax and kick back and have fun. i went there for years displaying my love for my arts and friends for years and i continue to support them until we all grow old and grey. a fully run kitchen is a perfect idea for them and the youth. Joe is a man who gets things done with the brightest smile.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 5:38 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Joe, the support above is our across the miles introduction; the honest words express the sentiment of true hearts...
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 8:19 EST

  
  

• iamcanadian

  Wow, looking over the comments that everyone has posted on here and seeing all the hard work Joe and the staff have been doing is inspiring. Joe is a close friend of my husbands and I am so blessed to call him as a friend now too. Keep up the amazing work that you are all doing for the youth and your community! Moose Jaw is lucky to have such an amazing, safe place to turn to. Wish we were there to help out more :)
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 9:01 EST

  
  

• chargers16

  Love the work that Joe's place work with the Moose Jaw youth. Keep it up!
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 10:11 EST

  
  

• melody

  What a good cause, i sincerly hope we get this!
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 11:31 EST

  
  

• saranm

  Looking at all these comments, it's evident that Joe's Place is playing a huge role in so many lives. I really hope you guys get this!
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 12:15 EST

  
  

• moose mix

  wow the comments and votes are incredible, and the effect that the kids say joes place has had makes this seem like a trusted investment that will not go to waste.......but maybe we should have singed on for more money
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 12:48 EST

  
  

• Mommy_76

  Joe's Place has been in Moose Jaw for a lot of years. All three of my boys have gone as youth, and now go as volunteers. I recall taking them to Joe's Place when it was in the apartment (I believe that was it's first location) and to it's newest location downtown. Joe took me on a tour and the activities that they have for the kids are fantastic!! (The climbing wall looks cool!) A kitchen would a a fantastic bonus for them. Something that they could DEFINATELY use to help the kids, and to help the center with their sustainability funding. PLEASE vote for Joe's Place and help them help the kids, and help your community.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 12:55 EST

  
  

• Bud

  Joe's place has had such a positive impact upon the community of Moose Jaw. Young people have an opportunity to attend a facilty which is safe, but allows them to express themselves in a positive way. One such evidence of this was a comment directed to me about Joe's Place. A person who was in a government position working with youth in the city suggested that if this person was to recommend a youth to a facility which would have a positive moral impact on him or her, that the recommendation would be to send the youth to Joe's Place rather than their own. I believe that they see the benefit of a program based upon a solid moral foundation.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 5:50 EST

  
  

• seedofwonder

  Joe: The real Canadian hero.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 7:05 EST

  
  

• EliStorm

  Did you know that Joe made the list of 35 candians who have impacted the world under 35
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 7:47 EST

  
  

• Amy

  Joe has my vote!
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 8:34 EST

  
  

• Lydia

  Joe's organization couldn't be more deserving!!!
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 10:35 EST

  
  

• EO

  Working at Joe's Place as a volunteer makes you realize just how much the youth really appreciate the effort that is placed on their behalf. A kitchen would be such a blessing for all the youth that go (and that will come) to Joe's Place.
  octobre 20, 2009 @ 11:39 EST

  
  

• kevandmel

  So worthwhile. The kitchen meets a critical need and will provide ongoing finances & training opportunities.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 12:54 EST

  
  

• Amy

  GO JOE!!!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 2:40 EST

  
  

• Drew

  Joe needs a kitchen!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 3:30 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Prairie hope stays with me daily...love one another...
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 8:12 EST

  
  

• amanda

  go Joe's Place we can win this we went from being last to being close 1st to winning this... I know that when i went to Joe's when i was a kid thats all we did was go and hangout with some good friends and have fun kept me out of trouble for a long time and because of that i am now living life with no criminal record or anything hanging over my head from the past all i remember are the good times i had every weekend at Joe's:) Thankyou Joe for everything that you have done for me and for my daughter you are a one in a million man im so glad that i met you and was able to have a place where i knew it was safe :) GOOD LUCK KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK !!!!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 11:06 EST

  
  

• amyrae

  Joe's has been a place of growth for so many people, including me! It is doing great things for the community of Moose Jaw. To get this kitchen underway would help to move things forward and to encourage the committed staff and volunteers.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 11:17 EST

  
  

• Amy

  God is on our side.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 11:17 EST

  
  

• moxy2

  I have been apart of Joe's for the past 15 years. It is awesome the impact it has had on our city and our nation. Everywhere I go I find people who know of Joe's place. THey have heard of how it is changing our city. This would just be so a blessing for Joe and the facility to be able to add this next stage.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 11:30 EST

  
  

• HEY!!!!!

  VOTE FOR STUDENTS HELPING FEEDING STUDENTS!! THEY ARE WAY BETTER THEN JOES PLACE HUNGRY FOR HOPE
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 12:32 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Students Helping Feed Students looks like a good idea. Keep up the good work! Joe from Joe's Place
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 1:22 EST

  
  

• Anthony

  Great idea. It is easy to assume that everyone is able to access regular meals simply because we can. It is great to see an organization aware of the needs of youth.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 2:10 EST

  
  

• write2u

  Joe's Place is fantastic. Whilst most people moan and complain about what needs to be done differently to make the nation a better place, Joe is quietly effecting change through his acts of kindness to a broken and lonely generation. He has worked tirelessly for many years building this project from the ground up on solid foundational principles and values. In addition, he inspires others to join him on the journey and equips them with the skills and motivation to go out and do the same thing in their own neighbourhoods and communities. Joe knows how to multiply the impact of this funding and bring great value-added measures. There are no better hands to place this funding into than Joe's hands for the benefit of those most in need.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 3:08 EST

  
  

• SamIAm

  Students Helping Students seems like another very good idea, but I support Joe's Place because it is close to home, close to my heart, and we will do our best to continue with the goal of the kitchen whether or not we get this money, even if it will be hard to do. I think it is inappropriate to invade someone else's space to promote something else, however, to "HEY!!!!" As I said before, I do like the idea behind Students Helping Students. Why don't you bring a little extra with your lunch that you bring to school? That's a great way to start. That's one way that I helped out as a kid...
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 3:41 EST

  
  

• Marie

  Another vote in!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 3:51 EST

  
  

• Jman

  Oh Joe's Place. I havent known of it long, but from what I've experienced and seen, this place is a place thate every city should have! Its a great way of reaching out to the youth of a community and keeping them off the streets!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 4:08 EST

  
  

• guitardude

  Whoah! Look at the response! I'm so glad that so many people want to see this addition to Joe's Place!!! It is an amazing opportuinty for Joe's Place, but also for the youth who attend there. Getting this kitchen could reach out to even more youth!!!!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 4:11 EST

  
  

• Doctor Jones

  I think A ktichen for Joe's Place would be a major asset to the building! I agree with guitar dude that by getting this kitchen even more youth could be brought in off the streets! Keep on voting people and spread the word about this site!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 4:13 EST

  
  

• looking@sky

  If Joe's Place got the grant to build a kitchen, it could serve not only food, but continue to build healthy relationships amongs the volunteers there and the youth! Everyone likes food right?
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 4:16 EST

  
  

• PippyG

  i remember Joe's Place in the old warehouse across from Safeway... It makes me feel great to know that Moose Jaw youth have such a great resource and are being genuinely cared for.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 5:43 EST

  
  

• mbiest

  it is amazing who God can help all of these kids out in a smaller area like Moose Jaw.. you dont have to be in a huge metorpolitan centre for there to be people in need!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 6:08 EST

  
  

• name

  Joe's is an amazing help to the city of Moose Jaw!!!!
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 6:25 EST

  
  

• Bella

  Joes place is my other home joes place rox
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:02 EST

  
  

• Bellabugg

  Joes place helped me so much i dont know what i would do with out joes and the ppl that run it love you guys
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:06 EST

  
  

• Harmmy

  i can not fourget joes place it has taken the teens off the street in moose jaw go joes
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:08 EST

  
  

• Harm

  joes place should win this they deserve this so much... love ya guys
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:11 EST

  
  

• Harmster

  They try so harm to help the youth out.... go joes place
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:14 EST

  
  

• Harmster

  i so know that pretty lady in the picture love ya nemo
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:15 EST

  
  

• Cube "X"

  I moved to Moose Jaw two years ago, but up until recently never really went to Joe's Place. I have been going for the past threee weeks, and now I can truly say I have friends. Keep it up Joes, and thank-you for everything.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 7:24 EST

  
  

• VaNaHa

  Joe;s sounds like a wonderful place to support. May God bless your efforts to care for the children in your community.
  octobre 21, 2009 @ 9:54 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

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• FooManChew

  I've never been to Joe's place, I don't even know what it looks like, or how many kids are there. But does this all really matter? What matters is that what they are trying to do for their kids and that they are trying to do it through the lord. I know one person who goes to Joe's place and I know of the wonderful things it has done for them. Joe's place has changed them greatly and sent them places they may have never been able to go to. If it wasn't for Joe's place I would have most likely never met this person and trust me, that would be a great shame because they have helped change my life greatly. Sure, I may not know of Joe's place on a personal level but that doesn't mean I don't want to. It sounds like an awesome, possitive, and good learning area. From reading all these comments you can see how big of an inback Joe's place has on the youth and even the adults. My prayers are with what you guys are trying to do and I wish you the best of luck in your dreams now and dreams soon
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 12:10 EST

  
  

• tuddles

  This isn't an idea that might turn out good this is an idea that has turned out great now has an opportunity to make a larger impact in it's community where the community begins...the kids. I hope that this be a way for joes place to continue it's trend forward.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 12:15 EST

  
  

• Donna

  I've heard the stories and met the people. This is an incredible place and accountability is important to them. Vote for Joe's!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 12:31 EST

  
  

• rickyh

  WOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 1:31 EST

  
  

• loso

  joes place changed me!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 1:37 EST

  
  

• FlickMyBic

  Joes Place truly is a flickering light of hope for the Youth of Moose Jaw :) God Bless them
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 1:43 EST

  
  

• tonie

  Best of luck and keep hope alive. Joe's place Rock.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 2:16 EST

  
  

• meforjoe

  Joe's Place changed my life! Joe and the work that he does is such an important part of many of the teens that grow up in moose jaw giving them a safe place to hangout with people who love them, care for them and help them out as much as possible. Joes place is definitely the most inviting and most inspirational youth center in the nation!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 8:56 EST

  
  

• DanUBar59

  I hope that God bless your project, for it will surely impact your community in a signicant way!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 9:54 EST

  
  

• Brynn

  I have personally seen lives changed and miraculous things happen at Joe's Place. This kitchen has been a dream for Joe's place for a long time...This is a great opportunity to reach out to many youth in Moosejaw.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 10:46 EST

  
  

• pclewis

  Lots of youth in the house and no kitchen!!! This doesn't compute !!!!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 10:47 EST

  
  

• PastorJer

  God is going to do more HUGE things at Joe's Place this year!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 11:27 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Loving God = loving others Loving others = loving God Inseparable....
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 11:38 EST

  
  

• Blair

  This project has the potential to positively affect many youth. It has sustainable qualities and needs only a few bucks to push it over the top. This is a very worthwhile cause! All the best!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 12:07 EST

  
  

• DWE Leaders

  Way to go Joe's Place! Great cause! Moose Jaw is very fortunate! From Students Helping Students
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 12:37 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Ok, I'm an old guy who volunteers at Joe's. I love the kids there! I've been asking for a kitchen sink for a LONG time! Trying to clean dishes there now before they're taken somewhere else to be properly cleaned is a pain! Very inconvenient to say the least! The youth deserve better! I can tell you that we desperately need a kitchen. I'm excited about this opportunity and can assure you if you're considering voting...what happens at Joe's Place is a valid deal. The staff and volunteers are there because we love these young people...we see their God-given potential and we want to help make a difference. A kitchen will definitely help! jim@christiancommentary.com.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 1:03 EST

  
  

• Harmster

  Yes i talk to much on here... i do have a life.. but i just think joes place deserves this so much but god is the one that decides who really needs it :)
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 1:05 EST

  
  

• maureenh

  Joe's Place will add to this, multply it and the benefits will be felt throughout Moose Jaw and beyond.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 2:57 EST

  
  

• bear

  Joe's Place has been one of the greatest assests to Moose Jaw since it started over 10 years ago. It is certainly filling a large need for our youth. Joe & his wife work sacrificially because they believe that these young peoples lives are so important and hopeful. They are the future hope not just for our city but beyond. There are also many volunteers; it's just such a great work to be involved in. It is not just a place to go, but a family; a place to belong and a place for kids who are hungry - in so many ways - to be fed.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 4:07 EST

  
  

• beth47

  Joes Place is absolutely amazing. They are making such a positive influence on the kids, its great., I think this money will do wonders for Joes Place and in the lives of the kids that go to Joes.
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 4:13 EST

  
  

• Véro

  Joe's est un endroit sain pour nos jeunes dans un monde si perdu. Merci à tous les bénévoles qui se déversent l'esprit dans cette communauté!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 4:54 EST

  
  

• jessica

  I support this 100% you guys are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 5:29 EST

  
  

• jessfox

  Such an incredible ministry! God is doing good work in and through Joe's! Not only are the youth that attend transformed, but the volunteers as well! Way to go Joe's Place! Such an amazing gift to Moose Jaw
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 5:47 EST

  
  

• jessfox

  Such an incredible ministry! God is doing good work in and through Joe's! Not only are the youth that attend transformed, but the volunteers as well! Way to go Joe's Place! Such an amazing gift to Moose Jaw
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 5:47 EST

  
  

• Jake

  This ministry WILL and has changed lives. The kitchen up and runnig will make a HUGE difference to the entire communityand district. Just go down and find out how!!!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 6:12 EST

  
  

• allan

  I'm so excited to volunteer there every week! It's a great opportunity for us, college students to get involved in the community and make a life long impact in the lives of those kids!!!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 6:26 EST

  
  

• gill101

  hey u guys r doing awsome best of luck from gill101 dwe
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 7:45 EST

  
  

• Calvin31

  Man, it's so cool to see Joe's Place changing to serve youth better. Keep it up!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 8:52 EST

  
  

• Liz

  I'm getting really excited to see our Kitchen dream actually come true! This will help out so much!
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 9:06 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Our boiler motor broke down again so we have had no heat for 2 days. We think we got it fixed for now but praying it will keep working. Joe
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 9:22 EST

  
  

• joy

  Ah not again! I'm thankful that we have a Faithful Provider =) Besides, If all goes well, even if we don't have a boiler to keep Joe's Place warm, at least we'll have a stove!!! =p
  octobre 22, 2009 @ 11:25 EST

  
  

• moose mix

  no boiler, no stove, seriously how amazing is it that this place can do what it does to make such a response without these things.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 12:29 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  Nice to see the votes coming in. This would be such a great thing for the youth of Moose Jaw.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 1:01 EST

  
  

• KD

  Maybe you should have put a new boiler in as part of the kitchen idea. Regardless, we are so happy for the good work Joe's place does in MJ.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 1:03 EST

  
  

• Kaidee

  Keep up the good work Joe, staff, and volunteers!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 1:08 EST

  
  

• fuzzy

  I've only been to Joe's a couple of times, but they are doing great things. It would be so awesome if this could finally happen. Many years in the making. The time is now to see it completed.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 1:12 EST

  
  

• alexc12

  Keep Voting!! We're doing awesome.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 2:29 EST

  
  

• garfield

  Salut, un bonjour du Québec. WoW vous faites du bon travail pour vos jeunes. Lâchez pas. GO GO JOE !!!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 8:56 EST

  
  

• kaleb_w

  Joes Place is such a wonderful place that is definetely worth the time and money put into it! They have done soooo much for the city of moose jaws youth, we need to help them continue the wonderful work they have been doing!!!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 10:17 EST

  
  

• cmachmer

  This is such a place of hope for Moose Jaw. Not just the youth but for the whole city! If you are from Moose Jaw you can't deny the impact Joe's place is having on the city. They are building a community of youth that are and will continue to be valuable contributing citizens of this city or where ever they go in the world. This opportunitiy for a kitchen will only help build that into the youth even more! YEH!!!! I can so pumped about this posibility.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 10:55 EST

  
  

• thishi~

  Joes place sounds like a wonderful idea, and DWE Students feeding students apologies for that rude comment made by "HEYY!!!". you guys keep it up, what a great cause! :)
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 12:22 EST

  
  

• melody

  So happy to support this. What a good idea
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 1:26 EST

  
  

• allan

  we had a coffe house at joes last weekend and it was so great to see all those teens showing off their talents: we had everything between acting, singing, dancing and rubics cube! It is very encouraging to see that joes place gives value to those kids!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 1:39 EST

  
  

• Rain_drops

  Joes place Rocks! :)
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 2:02 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Tell Him street child, all your hurts You'll find no answers in the night, Long time He's listened, He wore a crown of thorns for you Just let Him lead you into light... Love from Ontario
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 2:47 EST

  
  

• bocktek

  Joe's Place Staff, we know that God WILL bless you! You are God's hands reaching out to hurting kids. You are giving that "cup of water" in Jesus' name to so many young people. Thank you! Thank you for being tangible love. We support you! We believe in what you are doing and what God's going to do!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 3:05 EST

  
  

• name

  JOES PLACE IS AMAZING!!!!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 3:58 EST

  
  

• EliStorm

  Wow. So many people sharing. Thanks guys
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 5:24 EST

  
  

• bear

  Go Joe go!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 5:41 EST

  
  

• momandad

  Our daughter volunteers every once in a while at Joe's Place. She always comes home talking about it. She loves the passion of the workers there to work with youth and let them know they are worth so much! We are blessed to have such a committed ministry in our backyard.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 5:41 EST

  
  

• Lion

  This is amazing, little Moose Jaw, SK is getting put on the map - well, actually, Joe's Place has been reaching far beyond the city limits - watch out world here comes the future leaders!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 5:45 EST

  
  

• Nicole

  Wow. Joe's Place. I was blown away by this organization the first time I visited. They have so much to offer the kids. The kitchen though definitely needs A LOT of work. There is nothing there and the potential of what could be done with something like a sink and a stove, and a oven is enourmous for both the staff and for the youth that love going there. It's a very special opportunity.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 6:11 EST

  
  

• allan

  Joe's is a place where so many teens can call home!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 7:13 EST

  
  

• kasal-flegel

  joes place was a great place for me to hang out as when i was teenager. it was a safe environmement. joes has helped shape and mold me into the person i am today. thanks for making a safe, fun and wonderful place to hang out joe!
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 7:40 EST

  
  

• Amy

  This is a most worthy cause. Joe's place makes such a difference in youth's lives.
  octobre 23, 2009 @ 9:07 EST

  
  

• Rhonda

  Keep it up everybody!!! Only 9 more days to go and we can keep Joe's in first place!!!
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 12:26 EST

  
  

• Mac

  Go Joe's Place-you rock!!
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 12:29 EST

  
  

• EliStorm

  It is amazing how many people support one person in th world. Way to go People
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 1:26 EST

  
  

• EliStorm

  not to mention the stories of the youth that come out of Joes. WOW
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 1:28 EST

  
  

• starday

  I believe feeding people is the absolutely most important need they have. How do you even think straight, in any domain, if you are hungry? How do you learn? How much stress is suffered if you are in need of good nutrition? I'm one of the people who volunteer by helping to cook food and transport it to Joe's Place. PLEASE.....Joe's needs a kitchen. How much more effectively we could serve the youth of this community (and ultimately our whole community - you cannot impact one segment without impacting others) if we could augment this fine facility with a dependable, safe, clean kitchen in which good wholesome food is prepared and served, and which can also be used to teach them how to effectively cook for and feed themselves. What dreams could be realized if we only had this tool!!
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 11:06 EST

  
  

• rayofsunshin

  a lot of those kids dont have a family, a home, food... we are volunteering to provide those to them! please help up
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 11:28 EST

  
  

• Nicole

  Food is one of the most basic needs yet it touches every aspect of our lives. If you're hungry you can't concentrate in school and your general health is poor. Having a place to go where you can eat healthy food is crucial. I was blown away by the passion and the vision of the staff at Joe's Place. The love they have for the youth of their community is demonstrated in the time, money and endless amounts of energy they pour into making that place as effective as they can. To many it may seem humble but because they know how to make use out of what they have that building is being used to it's fullest potential. I know for a fact that they will keep going just as strong regardless of what happens through this contest, it just might take them longer. If they need a kitchen to make that place better, give it to them.
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 12:18 EST

  
  

• alysetalia

  I am cheering for you guys so much and keeping Joe's Place and all of the youth in my thoughts and prayers. Alyse S.
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 12:30 EST

  
  

• name1

  Keep on voting guys!!!!
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 4:22 EST

  
  

• beth47

  This place is amazing, the kids are great and the staff are wonderful. these kids are so lucky to have a place like Joes and the care and support from the staff. Keep the votes coming. this place is great and the kitchen will be a big step forward. wish you guys the best of luck
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 5:49 EST

  
  

• Lizs

  I am so excited for getting a new kitchen, this doesn't only mean we get to feed the youth but run programs that will be so beneficial for the youth of our community!
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 7:39 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Wishing you well in Moosejaw...never understood the idea of a town named after the jaw of a moose...perhaps something soft like Goosedown or Sparrowswing...but someone I love is in Moosejaw at joe's place and I now must connect ...prayers for you Prairie Girl and for your community asking for a kitchen...
  octobre 24, 2009 @ 9:09 EST

  
  

• applecinnamo

  Joes Place is such an incredible youth center. Im so thankful for the people I have met there. Every weekend seems to have a theme and sweet activities to be involved in. A kitchen would be wonderful to serve all of the youth, especially for special events like a christmas banquet. May The Lord bless all those who attend and contunie to work in these youth lives.
  octobre 25, 2009 @ 4:23 EST

  
  

• Jim

  I was privileged to go along with Joe's Place youth to Promise Keepers this weekend. It was awesome! That's just one of the services offered at Joe's...getting the young people to other places where they can be encouraged as well as right there at HQ. As an older person I can't say enough about what a valid deal Joe's Place is. Keep the votes coming! jim@christiancommentary.com
  octobre 25, 2009 @ 11:23 EST

  
  

• bear

  It is amazing to hear the stories of the youth that lives are changed at Joe's Place. It is family, belonging and food is a big part of that!
  octobre 25, 2009 @ 3:47 EST

  
  

• daleena

  This sounds like a great idea that would have a lasting impact in a community. I hope it wins!
  octobre 25, 2009 @ 8:48 EST

  
  

• eortman

  sounds like a great idea :) but i like DreamLoveCure much more http://www.avivacommunityfund.org/ideas/acf1885 no offense to the founder of course cause every one is here for the same general idea of improving the lives of others
  octobre 25, 2009 @ 10:29 EST

  
  

• eortman

  *cus* not cause :P
  octobre 25, 2009 @ 10:30 EST

  
  

• bob.spuzak

  hey guys i'm here in saskatoon cheering you on and voting for you as i shall always do... just returning the hours of time you spent with me helping me grow to the man i am today... love you guys.. GOD BLESS!!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 2:42 EST

  
  

• MJMyrna

  I checked out all the other "ideas". There are 13 or so with 1,000 plus votes, four with 2,000 plus votes, and one other one with 3,000 plus votes. Be sure you vote every day. We don't want Joe's Place to lose this opportunity. Joe's deserves to win.
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 3:10 EST

  
  

• sharonv

  Our youth deserve it. Joe's Place is worth investing in.
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 11:53 EST

  
  

• Julia

  Keep on getting those votes! I just wanted to say that I think that your cause is amazing, and you deserve to get some money from the fund! I am voting and supporting, and I hope that you keep on getting the votes!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 1:06 EST

  
  

• Dr.Kleiner

  Your ideas has great potential!!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 1:17 EST

  
  

• Heather

  Sorry for the rude comment for DWE. I just voted for you. This is a great cause!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 1:18 EST

  
  

• Amy

  You rock my socks, Joe's!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 1:29 EST

  
  

• nightsky

  Really good idea. I hope you guys win. It's really cool to see something like this happen.
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 2:14 EST

  
  

• Rhonda

  So round 1 ends in 6 days so keep on voting it only takes a minute to register/vote and comment. Go Joe's Place Go!!!!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 2:55 EST

  
  

• Mac

  Joe's Place is THE ONE that has to get this money--keep on voting!!!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 2:57 EST

  
  

• shorty

  I can honstly say, I would not be here today if it wasn't for joes place... i got down in a rut and I honestly though getting rid of myself was the answer, but thanks to Joe and his staff, I learned that I really do have a future, an I was just in a down in my life.. Things soon changed and got better, and Joes placed helped me do that! Joes place rocked, i couldn't think of anyone better to get this:).
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 5:10 EST

  
  

• Avrielle

  way to go joes place i love your cause you guys rule!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 5:16 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Love to my Prairie Girl at Joe's, let the goodness ripple out...
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 8:37 EST

  
  

• Grace

  NOTICE: Did you know that if your proposal wins, YOU will not be implementing it, YOU won’t even be involved in the project. READ the FUNDING IDEAS page of the Aviva site very carefully….near the bottom is this little gem!!! Aviva-chosen charities, government and public agencies will be running your project WITHOUT you and without your input! In the meantime, Aviva is collecting lists of email addresses and their site neglects to promise not to spam your friends and supporters with their promotional junk or to sell the lists to others. Just thought you should know. Yours truly, someone who just backed out when I saw the fine print!
  octobre 26, 2009 @ 11:32 EST

  
  

• curtis

  Do you mean this fine print: "If your Idea is selected, we will contact you to see if you want to be involved in the creation of the project, where it is practical to do so." I firmly believe that if 'Hungry For Hope' is chosen, that Joe's Place will be nothing but glad to participate with the implementing of a Kitchen in their facility. Thank you for your concern and your support.
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 2:13 EST

  
  

• Mommy_76

  I think Grace may have misunderstood the wording. This next is directly from the FUNDING IDEAS page that Grace mentioned. "...We're providing the resources to make your change happen. By submitting an idea, you're not committing to do any work beyond your submission (unless, of course, you'd like to be involved). If your idea is selected, we'll contact you to let you know and see if you want to be involved in the creation of the project if it's practical to do so..." It sound to me like you don't HAVE TO BE involved in the implementing of your idea, but you can CHOOSE TO BE involved however. I've been to Joe's PLace and HOWEVER this idea gets implemented for them it is a BLESSING!! GO JOE GO!!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 2:20 EST

  
  

• Amy

  I love Joe's place. It's doing so much for the Moosejaw community, and not only does it bless the use, but it also blesses the volunteers who work there!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 3:25 EST

  
  

• bigwhiteskie

  Way to go you guys! You have tons of votes! Keep up the good work! From DWE Students helping feed students, kelowna food bank
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 9:22 EST

  
  

• Tushar

  Good Job Joe's Place you are helping raise awareness for your cause and looks like a lot of people are voting your healthy and strong cause. From all the DWE students at Keowna. Just voted for you.
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 11:44 EST

  
  

• Kell

  Looks like a great idea! You guys really know how to raise awareness for the cause! Lots of people know and it's all for a good cause. P.s Loving the idea
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 12:15 EST

  
  

• milkshakes2g

  Keep those votes coming in!!! This is an amazing opportunity for Joe's Place. Our son has volunteered there for over 4 years, we have visited there several times, have met some of the kids, and have heard the stories of how "Joe's Place" has impacted & changed their lives around. I have seen the kitchen equipment and have heard the amazing story of how it was donated. THEY NEED THIS OPPORTUNITY SO MUCH! It will have such a positive impact on these kids. The opportunity to teach and mentor working skills, and the positive change for the future of these kids. We love Joe's Place. KEEP VOTING EVERYDAY!!!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 12:22 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

  
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 2:13 EST

  
  

• rayofsunshin

  Joes Place is amazing!!! im always excited to go there!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 2:35 EST

  
  

• Jacobster111

  I like this idea, but my name is awesomee
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 2:41 EST

  
  

• Tamara

  Really hope this happens for Joe's Place. It's a good ministry and the kitchen would help it to be that much better.
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 2:45 EST

  
  

• AvivaCF Team
  Aviva Community Fund
  

  Just to give everyone assurance from the Aviva Community Fund team, the RFP process primarily exists for individuals who have an idea but may not have the means to put it into action. Assuming an organization is well suited to implement an idea, they will be given the opportunity to execute it if their idea is selected. This is the case for the vast majority of ideas we've seen submitted by organizations so far. Once the winning entries are chosen, we would be thrilled to have the organizations responsible involved in bringing the idea to life! We've deliberately given registrants the opportunity to opt-in to future messaging from Aviva - we promise not to spam anyone with promotional e-mail and we would never sell your personal information (feel free to read more in our privacy policy). The terms and conditions and legal requirements are included for the protection of everyone involved.
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 3:23

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Keep on voting everyone. It would be ideal to finish first in round one so the judges can't ignore us when it comes to the finals! Your comments are so encouraging! Thankyou all!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 5:20 EST

  
  

• jojo

  What an awesome cause! Definitely worthy of the prize!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 5:43 EST

  
  

• MosjavianMom

  We really believe in Joe's Place and what it means to the youth in Moose Jaw. Keep voting everyday.
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 5:48 EST

  
  

• Grace

  Hi Mommy and Aviva; the problem with what you are saying is that you gloss over your very clearly worded statement that you will farm out the winning projects to various charities, government, etc for implementation. As well you back track from that clearly worded statement by now using tricky wording "you can be involved if practical'. Also, this competition was open to all people, note that now Aviva is talking about 'organizations'. Many of the project ideas have been sumitted by individuals and they are working just as hard as the big organizations to get votes, yet two things are happening...Aviva is talking 'organizations' not individuals or proposals and secondly, if you are not an organization and if you get into the finals, your project WILL BE implemented by others.... How logical is sit to put individuals and non-organizational types to all this work when there is a hidden agenda to work with organizations only?? I was going to submit a proposal based on proven methods o
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 6:52 EST

  
  

• Anthony

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  octobre 27, 2009 @ 8:18 EST

  
  

• Mac

  Yoooo Joooooe!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 8:55 EST

  
  

• Daystar

  Thanks to all the youth who have posted encouraging comments about the positive effect Joe's Place is having in lives. Hope we hear more! Your words brighten our day!
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 9:48 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  We have heat in our building again and it is so nice not to have to wear mitts to type. I type slow enough as it is. Pray the boiler keeps going! "Joe's Place-Hungry For Heat"
  octobre 27, 2009 @ 9:55 EST

  
  

• bigbadtank

  prayers and thoughts are with you guys... wish i could be there to see this dream come true ... much love and prayers.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 2:37 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Happy to see everyone support this amazing organization!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 2:58 EST

  
  

• hudsonmd

  I remember growing up as a teen in Moose Jaw and Joe was just starting out with Joe's Place. We were always warmly welcomed whether he knew us or not and it's amazing to see how this little seed has grown! I worked at 7-11 for a while and seen Joe in on a regular basis picking up stuff for his place and occasionally bringing the whole gang in for a treat as well. He's a stand up guy and this gathering place for Kids is exactly what the city needs....lets help it expand to it's fullest potential to help the maximum amount of kids get ahead and maybe have a bit of fun in the process.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 4:55 EST

  
  

• meforjoe

  Keep it up guys!! This place definitely deserves this!!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 8:41 EST

  
  

• jojo

  Very exciting to see all the support! Keep it up guys!!!!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 10:19 EST

  
  

• Adrian

  Hey Joe's, Just want to say Ive been voting each day for you guys and for Refined/Undignified, you can vote once a day for both, so all who believe in Refined/Undignified vote for us too! And help us get into the top 20 so we can put Saskatchewan on the map!!!!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 10:39 EST

  
  

• marigold

  Good luck with the competition! A kitchen for Joe's Place is a very worthy project.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 12:30 EST

  
  

• rayofsunshin

  wow this is exciting! fist place anda couple days to go still. Ireally hope Joes will be given the opportunity to get that kitchen in place
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 2:41 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

  i agree with ed..food is good...
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 2:43 EST

  
  

• carolyn

  Joe's Place does need a new kitchen . . . take this from a mother of 5 at the time, l loaded 5 children into a minivan, plus 6 crock pots full of spaghetti sauce, plus one huge cooler full of already cooked noodles plus 80 homemade cookies. . . sudden stops of any kind can spell disaster. . .and that shifting sound is really not a sound you want to hear or " Mom the crock pots are moving!" Save our van interiors and feed our kids, vote Joe's!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 3:04 EST

  
  

• javaespress_

  Can't wait to see one of Joe's Place kids serving me a great cup of java in the new kitchen!! Keep those votes comin in ---- haaaaa whoooo!!!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 3:38 EST

  
  

• butterfly

  Joe's Place staff and volunteers, may God bless each one of you as you reach out to the youth in Moose Jaw. Praying that you will get the necessary grant for a kitchen. Food for the body and food for the soul of these precious young people. We support and vote for you.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 3:44 EST

  
  

• butterfly

  Joe's Place staff and volunteers, may God bless each one of you as you reach out to the youth in Moose Jaw. Praying that you will get the necessary grant for a kitchen. Food for the body and food for the soul of these precious young people. We support and vote for you.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 3:44 EST

  
  

• Amanda

  i am voting everyday we need to keep joes place in 1st place we can do it !!!!!! keep voting everyone !!!! :)
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 4:01 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  BRIERCREST STUDENTS who are feeling torn... YOU CAN VOTE FOR BOTH PROJECTS. Us and RU! It would be great to see them go through in round 1 so they don't have to start from scratch in round 2 cuz it could get much tougher in that round. We will both need all of Briercrest's votes to make it in this thing! But we at Joe's Place do want to finish 1st in this round cuz it's all up the judges in the end! DreamLoveCure is creeping up very fast. Joe from Joe's Place
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 5:45 EST

  
  

• Amy

  So, is Joe's place competing with RU? Because I was told they were not competing against each other.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 6:17 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Well it is a competition and not everyone is going to win. What we need to realize is that both Joe's Place and RU will need everyone at Briercrest to vote for both of us to really be in any sort of position in the semi-finals. If we split Briercrest's votes we will both lose! We are really up against big city centres like Toronto that have a huge voting base.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 7:37 EST

  
  

• jay

  drop out
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 7:37 EST

  
  

• suze

  This is amazing! Good luck to everyone at Joe's Place!!!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 8:42 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  We need help with the Food Drive. Support the Moose Jaw Food Bank. There's more people in need than ever before. It's lots of fun. You get to go door to door and collect food and get candy. Meet at Hillcrest Church at 5:30pm this Saturday the 31st. Joe from Joe's Place.
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 9:43 EST

  
  

• alexc12

  Keep the votes coming!!
  octobre 28, 2009 @ 9:57 EST

  
  

• abrodersen

  EVERYONE LISTEN UP....... JOE'S PLACE AND R/U ARE NOT COMPETING! RU is in the big category and so is DLC so Joes has nothing to worry about save for ST Samuel french thing
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 12:46 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  I hate to cloud the waters but I have read all of the rules...there are many... so the last statement is a bit of an oversimplification...but we all need people to keep on voting. The judges have the final say in matters so how well we compete in all rounds may very well come into play. RU rising as fast as they are will also look great so keep on truckin.
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 3:06 EST

  
  

• Calvin31

  Somehow, I don't think the category really matters. I think it's just the 1st over all who gets the prize.
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 3:08 EST

  
  

• OptimusPrime

  I stand corrected: it's the 1st Overall Winner who gets the most (probable) recognition.
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 3:30 EST

  
  

• kelkel

  hey from what i read they support 3 ideas.... they choose a big project, a medium project, and a small project, or until all the money is gone.... Joes Place has a great chance.... Keep voting
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 5:46 EST

  
  

• xxx_nikkilov

  heyy guys.. Joes Place is a really funn place to go and do dance team and hang out on weekends where you can stay outta trouble.. support our cause and help us achieve our goal!!!!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 11:47 EST

  
  

• Hottness213

  The avticities at Joes place is awesome, Every other weekend they have guests, or something planned ahead of time so that everyone can join in and have funn, I really enjoy the Dance team, the staff and all the people that visit joes!!!!! plzzzzzzzzz votee for joess!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 11:48 EST

  
  

• nikkinikki14

  guys we really need the votes!!!! joes place is striving for a great cause help us to reach our goal and achieve it what we need....!!!! I support ya Joe's Place
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 11:49 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Thanks for all the encouraging comments and votes everyone. You guys rock! Joe
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 12:16 EST

  
  

• sanmanthatah

  lOL well Joe.. you know we love Joe's Place
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 1:15 EST

  
  

• babiihaire

  come on everyone... Joe's place is awesome.. I love the dance team, I like going there every weekend... i wanna help return the favor... *fingers crossed* come on people lets help Joes Place
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 1:17 EST

  
  

• javaespress_

  HANG IN THERE - KEEP VOTING....EVERY VOTE COUNTS....COME ON BRIERCREST THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR JOE'S PLACE. VOTE...VOTE....VOTE!!!!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 1:26 EST

  
  

• kevglen

  We're standing with you Joe and all the staff. Keep up the good work, and praying u guys will win. This is a fantastic opportunity for the kids at Joe's Place!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 1:29 EST

  
  

• Phineas-Ferb

  we support Joe's Place!!!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 2:41 EST

  
  

• Kay

  My granddaughter works for Joe's Place and when she got married I met some of the youth at her wedding. I now can see a change from those years before. They have become less shy and more confident. One youth even became Miss Teen Moose Jaw. When you had the Mother's Day Bruch the food was great and so was the entertainment, hopefully next year you can prepare everything in your own kitchen! The dance team girls are really great too and they do such a good job at performing. The staff are fantastic and I applaud you for all the hard work that you do for Joe's Place!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 3:16 EST

  
  

• babiihaire

  Lets go joes place fans... we need your votes.... we need this!!!!!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 3:45 EST

  
  

• brenduh27

  You guys are awesome! keep on voting, we can make this happen and be apart of something big. woot =) keep up the great work!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 4:02 EST

  
  

• jessica

  Amazing, I totally support you guys! What an awesome place!!! I'm excited about the opportunity you guys have and what is in store for you. Good luck! you have my votes =)
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 4:08 EST

  
  

• live

  Hey Joe's place, just letting you know that R.U. is supporting you on this as well, thanks for your votes!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 5:53 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Exciting that Joe's is getting a shot at the funding it deserves and needs, glad to see how many are voting and are interested!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 6:17 EST

  
  

• jc

  RU's voting for you guys! good luck!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 9:22 EST

  
  

• wayne

  Keep up the good work!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 11:38 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

  Fifteen years of helping ppl = a solid foundation built on and even more solid foundation...this rocks!!
  octobre 29, 2009 @ 11:42 EST

  
  

• Jman

  Joes Place is such an amazing place to go to to minister to Kids. Come every body! We need lotsa votes within two days!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 1:09 EST

  
  

• guitardude

  Wow...what a response...we arent in first at the moment for votes though people. Keep on telling your friends to vote for this!!! Repost it on your Facebook walls, keep sending out emails. This round isn't over until its over!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 1:11 EST

  
  

• Doctor Jones

  Who knew that in the course of like what is it ...two weeks that Joe's Place would have so much support! This is awesome! This kitchen will do a world of wonders!!! I say will do because I believe that its going to happen!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 1:13 EST

  
  

• looking@sky

  I agree with Doctor Jones! This kitchen is a dream, and it is totally within grasp people! Do not give up voting because we only have two days left, but instead vote all the more!!! Think of what a difference this kitchen will make for the lives of the youth of Moose Jaw!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 1:15 EST

  
  

• Sapps

  Working hard to keep you hard in the ranks!!!! The impact of Joe and the staff, many of who I used to work with have forever changed my life and challenged me to persevere and give of myself instead of taking. You keep your vision clear and strong and I know that nothing with hold back the work you are doing in Moose Jaw. Keep serving!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 2:18 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  This is a great idea, i really need this to happen, i love joe's- i can't think of how my life would've continued in the dark if Joe's place hadn't been there! HELP US!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 3:29 EST

  
  

• chester

  Keep going strong, trusting in your Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ as you await the outcome of this! The Lord blesses His children. He also blesses through His children, which i have experienced on numerous occasions. Th ministry is amazing! The Love is unforgettable and so unmistakeable! Thank you so much for everything you do, Joe, and for the vision and dreams that you never let die. RU is rootin for you guys! God Bless
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 3:53 EST

  
  

• Calvin31

  Hey, so apparently DreamLoveCure is growing rapidly in votes because the (major) band Billy Talent is promoting them on their facebook page.
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 7:05 EST

  
  

• babiihaire

  OH NO!!!! come on joes place!!!! Staff, friends, fans, attenders of events... VOTE!!!!! We all love joes place and I know you'd be just as happy to see that Kitchen put in as the rest of us!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:33 EST

  
  

• nikkinikki14

  come on joes place.... help us reach our goal!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:35 EST

  
  

• Hottness213

  Come on strangers, family, friends, staff, everyone...... VOTE FOR JOES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:35 EST

  
  

• sanmanthatah

  LETS GO JOES PLACE!!!!! I LOVE EVERYONE AT JOES!!!!!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:36 EST

  
  

• xxx_nikkilov

  I LOVE YOU JOES PLACE!!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:37 EST

  
  

• hottness213

  COME ON JOES PLACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE YOU GUYSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:38 EST

  
  

• nicobyn

  Joes place is the best place for people to hang out and stay out of trouble, please help Joes Place with votes!!!!!!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:41 EST

  
  

• milkshakes2g

  Keep posting all of you guys who know how to use twitter, facebook, you tube etc.... We need votes, pass it on and we will continue to pray to see this happen for JOE's PLACE!!!! KEEP VOTING EVERYDAY!!!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 1:25 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Remember The Food Drive. The Moose Jaw Food Bank also needs our help. Meet at Hillcrest Church at 5:30pm this Saturday the 31st. Joe Dueck
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 2:04 EST

  
  

• NewGuy

  AMAZING PLACE AMAZING PEOPLE GO JOE GO!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 3:15 EST

  
  

• ali

  Hope you get your kitchen! God bless!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 3:58 EST

  
  

• Amy

  Don't stop voting, everyone!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 5:07 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  God made me a Prairie Girl, filled this vacant heart with a soul,loved me long before I should be loved, gave me a path, that I should walk..love to you Prairie girls & boys
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 7:14 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  I think this is a great idea and I am supporting you. You will make the difference in your community!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 8:05 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  I think this is a great idea and I am supporting you. You will make the difference in your community!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 8:05 EST

  
  

• Shaggy

  Thank you so much for your dedication over the years. Your heart and sincerity has never been in question! Keep up the good work! Thanks for the encouragement as well! See you guys soon! An RU Dancer!!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 8:58 EST

  
  

• Shay

  RU backs you 100%. Keep up the good work my friends!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 9:00 EST

  
  

• jdkid

  hello how ru wat sup
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 9:42 EST

  
  

• Thumper56

  AWESOME Idea! Hope you win!
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:12 EST

  
  

• Robert Dyer

  Hey Joe Dueck :) Big fan of everything you are doing !! keep up the great work ! please let me know if there is anything I can do to help! I believe S4C will be in Moose Jaw this May, would love to do something like ask the kids that are coming out to our event to bring food to help your food drive. let me know how we can hope! love rob xo
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:46 EST

  
  

• Robert Dyer

  *help
  octobre 30, 2009 @ 11:48 EST

  
  

• Teej

  Wow I cant belive its been fifteen years joe, There has been so much acomplished and there is still so much more that you, the staff, and all those who throw there time into joes to do. I hope things can keep working ps CONGRATS FOR LASTING FIFTEEN YEARS (TONIGHT) JOE THANK YOU SO MUCH
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 12:44 EST

  
  

• Gazufa

  Joe's Place rocks!
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 1:12 EST

  
  

• applecinnamo

  These comments are so encouraging. I like the community we have building here. RU we are supporting you as well! Keep voting hard guys, Joes PLace has so much potential! What time is the bus meeting to bring us to MJ alliance for the food drive?
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 3:23 EST

  
  

• hiddenagenda

  this is a wonderful thing that you're doing for these kids, keep up the good work :D
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 3:44 EST

  
  

• suze

  I just saw you are in second place still, but with way more comments :o) People are so behind Joe's Place and MANY people will be so blessed by this prize, I hope the judges take all that into consideration! I have been voting!
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 9:05 EST

  
  

• blessedOne

  Good day Joe's and Joey's...I'm sending another vote your way...there is a bigger picture that may only be seen through hindsight eyes..in the meantime, Trust & Obey is what we are asked to do. Prairie blessings, love one another.
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 9:42 EST

  
  

• Jim

  I'm a comments junkie here! I love reading them. They are so encouraging. Watching the slide show last night as we honored Joe & Karen for 15 years of service at Joe's Place, I couldn't help but be thankful for what's been accomplished and challenged re: this ongoing great work among the teens in our city and beyond. If you're ever in Moose Jaw...drop by 401 Main Street North for a visit!
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 10:40 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Ahh, that's 402 Main Street North.
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 10:41 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Last reminder about the Food Drive! TONIGHT! Help Moose Jaw's Food Bank. Meet at Hillcrest Church at 5:30! Joe
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 5:52 EST

  
  

• Shaggy

  So sad to miss out on the food drive tonight as I'm under the weather! I look forward to hearing all about it!
  octobre 31, 2009 @ 11:28 EST

  
  

• applecinnamo

  The staff and volunteers at Joes are so accepting and loving towards one another. As a volunteer, Ive really be encouraged. Its great to see the events bringing the teens alive. Pumpkin seeding and shaving a balloon was great tonight. What a blessing it is to hangout at Joes on saturday nights! Thanks to everyone for your votes! Remember to keep supporting Refined Undignified!
  novembre 1, 2009 @ 3:40 EST

  
  

• bikerdude

  I believe this project would change so many young people for the better. It would be a shame to let an opportunity like this to pass us by. Joe's Place has done so much good, for so many young people since the center opened, that people all over the country should pitch in and help a project like this succeed.
  novembre 1, 2009 @ 3:28 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Moose Jaw Food Drive 2009= about 43,000 pounds of food collected in under 3 hours in a city with a population of 35,000...Super impressive... A record of some sort I'm sure! Joe
  novembre 1, 2009 @ 9:24 EST

  
  

• javaespress_

  way to go Joe's Place, u guys rock. Super job on the food drive for Moose Jaw. We're voting every day for this kitchen to happen for you. KEEP THOSE VOTES COMING IN EVERYONE!!!!
  novembre 1, 2009 @ 9:47 EST

  
  

• ynattirb

  Joes place is changing lives and effecting moosejaw!
  novembre 1, 2009 @ 10:31 EST

  
  

• bobbyt

  This is a wonderful ministry to community young people ansd deserves our support
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 1:13 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Visiting Joe's Place the other night for your 15th year anniversary opening was awesome, so good to see you all and reconnect. Much love to Joe, Karen, and all the volunteers, past and present!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 3:21 EST

  
  

• meforjoe

  Gratz Guys on Making the Semi-Finals!!!! you soooo deserve it!!!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 8:59 EST

  
  

• saranm

  Congrats on making semi-finals! Good luck!!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 9:56 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Way to go everyone. PLACED 2nd OF 800 PROJECTS...ALMOST 7000 VOTES! Thanks so much for the support. So encouraging! You can still comment on our project just so you know. Tell everyone to prepare for December 2nd. It will be very tough to place in this contest! Joe Dueck
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 10:14 EST

  
  

• Shrull kid

  can i hear either flood cotton eyed joe?
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 10:14 EST

  
  

• monica ponce

  hdhy
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 11:50 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Wow, another Toronto project just bumped us out of 1st in Most Comments. They have Population Power...Joe
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 12:45 EST

  
  

• Sramic

  OK, I just heard about this and this idea has eral value for the City. The kids are our future. We need to invest in them and this program is in need of expanded capabilities so that it can serve more kids and grow.
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 1:22 EST

  
  

• Eli20

  We are in the Semi Finals WHOooo!!!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 1:49 EST

  
  

• rayofsunshin

  wow i'm so excited we are semi finalists
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 2:58 EST

  
  

• jdecgl

  way to go! this is very exciting!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 3:59 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Awesome!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 4:23 EST

  
  

• melody

  Go Joe's Place!!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 4:37 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Thanks to all the Joe's Place youth who helped out with the food drive! Now let's get the word out there to relatives and friends who know about and love what's happening at Joe's Place so they can join us in voting in the next round.
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 6:10 EST

  
  

• stackatruck

  this is a great and worthwhile project hope we can see it through.
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 6:40 EST

  
  

• doorknob_goa

  where do I or how do I place my vote
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 7:16 EST

  
  

• jay Anderson

  Joes place is worldwide though!
  novembre 2, 2009 @ 8:37 EST

  
  

• briananthony

  An amazing community initiative!
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 10:42 EST

  
  

• Anthony

  Semi-Finals! Sweet deal. Not possible without the incredible support of our community!
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 10:43 EST

  
  

• hopesam1234

  good job joes place nice job getting in to the semis
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 11:43 EST

  
  

• Patti

  I worked in Moose Jaw in the 70's, my neice went to bible school there......I am glad to see that all things are possible for a community like yours. How wonderful to be able to support Joe's Place and all that it stands for. Keep up the good work to glorify His name.
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 11:44 EST

  
  

• chlady

  Hey, how does round two work? Can we still vote for Joe's? The "vote" button on my screen seems to be disabled now that you're in the semi-finals. Congratulations, by the way! Excellent cause. I'm happy to see it succeed!
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 1:15 EST

  
  

• gainer

  Good luck guys! i actually heard about this on the radio today! i voted for you!
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 5:50 EST

  
  

• muffy

  Yeah, i was wondering that too, can we still vote?
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 10:09 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Thanks again everyone! YOU CAN STILL COMMENT & YOU CAN VOTE AGAIN DEC. 2nd-16th Spread the word between now and then everyone. We will need all hands on deck for that final voting phase. It will not be easy to win this thing! Joe
  novembre 3, 2009 @ 11:51 EST

  
  

• Doreen

  When an individual asks for help to get ahead when they are unable to do so for themselves, we step up and give them that hand up to reach that next level. Now Joe's Place is not in this for themselves but for for our youth in need today. These are our youth who really have an inward desire to be fully productive and successful but have circumstances that have them believing that there is no hope and they can not become what they have dreamed about. Joe's Place is in it for the long run so that youth can attain their full potential. Joe's Place has shown success through their mentoring and varied programs, so that youth contribute positively in community and have even given back to Joes's Place by being volunteers to the next generation of youth that are now coming there. They have also been instrumental in helping to develop and to even run new programs that could be of use to this next generation.
  novembre 5, 2009 @ 4:25 EST

  
  

• Doreen

  This kitchen began with an idea and then was talked about and researched and then there was help given with the receiving of the equipment. Next came more planning and the need for people who would be qualified to provide a program to run such a kitchen along with the plans that they wanted to develop in our youth with skills they could use later in the community. Also with such an endeavour there were requirements that had to be made in the facility, which all had to be done in readiness, this has been a project that has taken a while to come to this point in its development. While this one was taking longer to come to fruition, other projects were being worked on. Now all is in readiness for the kitchen, except for the final stage of the actual set up. They need our support to help them get to that next level of implementation bringing that initial idea to its outcome. The youth are involved in every project, they help right beside the qualified volunteers and learn new skills a
  novembre 5, 2009 @ 4:25 EST

  
  

• Doreen

  and also develop excellence in all they do. They also have attained a sense of accomplishment when they have been apart of something that becomes successfully completed. They take ownership in that they have played a part to make Joe's Place what it is today. Joe's Place takes everyone, all those who go to and all those who support behind the scenes. Joe's Place began with one idea and has grown to be even much, much more. This was not for personal success but for the betterment of our youth for today and into the future. I have witnessed many changes in the youth as they have grown. They learn to make choices and to work through the consequences of choices that may be were not so wise. They learn to trust that they will not be abandoned or judged but accepted and encouraged to develop to their full potential. I am in full support for this kitchen development and if you ever get to come and see first hand what Joe's Place is all about, I would strongly recommend it. Also I kno
  novembre 5, 2009 @ 4:26 EST

  
  

• Doreen

  that they have a video showing Joe's Place's development from its infantsy and they would be happy to answer any questions that you might desire to know. Doreen
  novembre 5, 2009 @ 4:28 EST

  
  

• Suzy Q

  Joe's place's is so col from Suzanne d fast
  novembre 6, 2009 @ 7:29 EST

  
  

• JKL

  Joe's Place is the BEST thing to happen to Moose Jaw in this decade. Our youth have a safe place to go, to learn how to work, to communicate, to mentor, to find answers for questions no one else has been able to answer before. They are NOT on the streets at night, they are hanging out at Joe's Place, free from addicting influences or negative ways of life! Get on board with HOPE! Hope for the present, Hope for the future, Hope for our city, hope for our province, and HOPE FOR CANADA! Our future governmental leadership may well come from someone who spends time at Joe's Place!
  novembre 9, 2009 @ 1:33 EST

  
  

• psychosteve

  It is so easy to get excited about Joe's Place. They have been doing their hard but important work for so long now, and I have rarely seen volunteers so motivated to serve! This team is doing what it takes and it seems like everyone in Moose Jaw knows someone who's been impacted positively.
  novembre 10, 2009 @ 12:15 EST

  
  

• aidan523

  I love Joe's Place, the youth of Moose Jaw really need this group, and I would love to see you get a Kitchen so that your work in Moose Jaw can become even more effective. It will also give you more opportunities to reach out to the youth in Moose Jaw.
  novembre 10, 2009 @ 4:26 EST

  
  

• kitchen yes!

  Good Luck Joe in the next round of competition! May the BEST project win!
  novembre 13, 2009 @ 11:57 EST

  
  

• GinnyH

  Now that you are through to the semi-finals, maybe your supporters could spare a thought for another small community trying to help its youth ? We are registered on this site as idea 1551. Bear River, Nova Scotia has its fair share of drug and alcohol related issues and we are trying to add a playground to the village to give our children a safe, fun environment in which to play and interact. Our hope is to make the playground the focus of cross-generational and cross-cultural socialisation, bringing people together on all levels to help create a more dynamic, involved society within the village. Please spare a minute to add your vote to our round 3 voting next week. It will mean so much to our coming generation to get this playground in place. Many thanks.
  novembre 14, 2009 @ 9:27 EST

  
  

• Bananas

  I SUPPORT THIS AS IT IS ONE MORE STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRRECTION OF HELPING OUR LOST AND NEXT GENERATION. THIS ALSO HELPS IN EDUCATING OUR YOUTH THE VALUSE WHAT IT IS LIKE TO WORK TO REALISE THAT IN ORDER TO GET ANYWHERE YOU HAVE TO STEP OUT AND BE TAUGHT WHAT YOUR PARENTS HAVE NOT DONE OTHER THEN CATER TO YOUR EVERY NEEDS, OUR FAULTS. SPEAKING FOR MYSELF I WATCHED TO MUCH TV ,I WAS TO BUSY, I WAS TO TIRED ,I WAS TO LAZY ,I WAS TO SUCESSFUL, I LOVED YOU BUT DID NOT CARE ENOUGH TO TEACH YOU WHAT IT WAS THAT YOU NEEDED TO LEARD AND LIVE IN THESE TOUGH TIMES I DISRESPECTED MY WIFF BY SHOVING THE BURDON HER WAY MAYBE, JUST MAYBE THAT IS WHY I AM NOT MARRIED TODAY LORD FORGIVE ME. I SAY TO MY OWN CHILDREN FORGIVE ME AND MAY GOD HELP ME TO DO ALL THE THINGS I DID NOT DO LORD AND TO DO NOW THOSE THINGS THAT MIGHT HELP MANY TO REACH THERE POTENTIAL,
  novembre 15, 2009 @ 6:29 EST

  
  

• Bananas

  I SUPPORT THIS AS IT IS ONE MORE STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRRECTION OF HELPING OUR LOST AND NEXT GENERATION. THIS ALSO HELPS IN EDUCATING OUR YOUTH THE VALUSE WHAT IT IS LIKE TO WORK TO REALISE THAT IN ORDER TO GET ANYWHERE YOU HAVE TO STEP OUT AND BE TAUGHT WHAT YOUR PARENTS HAVE NOT DONE OTHER THEN CATER TO YOUR EVERY NEEDS, OUR FAULTS. SPEAKING FOR MYSELF I WATCHED TO MUCH TV ,I WAS TO BUSY, I WAS TO TIRED ,I WAS TO LAZY ,I WAS TO SUCESSFUL, I LOVED YOU BUT DID NOT CARE ENOUGH TO TEACH YOU WHAT IT WAS THAT YOU NEEDED TO LEARD AND LIVE IN THESE TOUGH TIMES I DISRESPECTED MY WIFF BY SHOVING THE BURDON HER WAY MAYBE, JUST MAYBE THAT IS WHY I AM NOT MARRIED TODAY LORD FORGIVE ME. I SAY TO MY OWN CHILDREN FORGIVE ME AND MAY GOD HELP ME TO DO ALL THE THINGS I DID NOT DO LORD AND TO DO NOW THOSE THINGS THAT MIGHT HELP MANY TO REACH THERE POTENTIAL,
  novembre 15, 2009 @ 6:29 EST

  
  

• melody

  pumped for this to happen!
  novembre 18, 2009 @ 12:31 EST

  
  

• psychosteve

  I'm wondering...when can we vote for this to go through to the next round! I love the idea of this...grassroots people who believe in projects passionately pushing to see the right kind of things happen in their own community!
  novembre 18, 2009 @ 12:04 EST

  
  

• bikerdude

  More people should be getting behind this project. Our youth are our most valuable resource and whatever we can do to encourage them should be done to the extreme. If we loose our young people what have we got to look forward to. Joe's place gives youth a place to go, and in doing so, is changing many, many lives for the better.
  novembre 21, 2009 @ 9:58 EST

  
  

• briananthony

  You can vote again starting December 2nd until the 16th!
  novembre 26, 2009 @ 4:58 EST

  
  

• carol

  I have seen the kids come into Joe's Place from many areas of the communittee, and they have always been welcomed and loved by Joe and the people who work there. Sometimes all someone needs is a helping hand, someone to talk to or just a safe place to be for awhile. Joe's Place needs this kitchen to continue the wonderful work they are doing with Moose Jaw's youth.
  novembre 30, 2009 @ 9:36 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  Love this idea, SOOO NEEDED IN OUT TOWN!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 12:15 EST

  
  

• Pamela Day

  No one should be hungry. Sharing food, creates community. It is a way to show love, support and nuturing.
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 1:47 EST

  
  

• Amy

  GO JOE!!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 1:58 EST

  
  

• butterfly

  So excited to be able to cast my vote for Joe's Place. Let's get that kitchen. The kitchen is such an important part of a home where we feed body and soul. The people who have been making and bringing in the food, and doing dishes in this way are to be commended, but how much better it will be to have a fully functional kitchen on site. Youth can be taught important cooking skills, and the value of cleaning up, life skills, as well as having good food. VOTE FOR JOE'S .
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 7:59 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Last night we served food to about sixty youth. Food prepared elsewhere and brought in with containers wrapped in towels. We heated water to sterilize serving utensils. It would have been great to have had a kitchen sink for before and after! The food was great. The facilities aren't. Do the kids complain? Never. They're excited about getting fed. And we're excited to serve them and have time to get to know them and encourage them. Will you please tell some other people you know to vote, vote ,vote?
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 8:41 EST

  
  

• rayofsunshin

  this is such an exciting project!!! Joes' youth really need this kitchen
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 10:02 EST

  
  

• margaret

  What a wonderful project!! The youth is the next generation and at Joe's Place they do all they can to encourage the youth to lead a healthy life and get involved in the comunity. They are all about changing the future through the youth. I can not think of a better place that should win then Joe's Place!!!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 11:48 EST

  
  

• Pixel

  That's an awesome idea!!! Heard great things about Joe's Place. Let's go Joe's Place!!!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 12:00 EST

  
  

• PeterPan

  Joes place is the best place for people to hang out and stay out of trouble, please help Joes Place with votes!!!!!!!!!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 12:34 EST

  
  

• tammy

  Go Joes Place
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 1:58 EST

  
  

• NEWWAVE TEAM

  GOOD 2 GO
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 2:09 EST

  
  

• steve

  I love that this is a community effort. I'm voting every day for Hungry for Hope
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 2:36 EST

  
  

• auntie Diane

  Greatly support Joes place...its a safe place for many young people to be, then being on the streets. Hats off to the many people that have gave of their time to be there to keep it running smoothly. But especially Joe himself who has given so much of his time to see a Dream come true...his heart and love for these kids is beyond amazing!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 2:45 EST

  
  

• Deb

  Best of Luck, great idea!!!!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 5:47 EST

  
  

• kassymiller

  LETS GO JOES PLACE !!! LETS GO!!!!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 6:13 EST

  
  

• ali

  Yay! Semi-finals have started!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 8:00 EST

  
  

• Froboy

  Hey we can vote for each other again! I just voted for Joe's! Vote for Refined/Undignified too! Good luck guys!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 8:10 EST

  
  

• nofear3113

  This is a huge need for Joe's Place!!! I went to Joe's periodically when I was a young teenager while visiting relatives in town when it was in a small, always crowded building. It is amazing to come back after my secondary education to see Joe's Place move downtown Moose Jaw into a facility that can support the large amount of young people in the city. Whenever I run into Joe at the gym, he is always talking about the wonderful things that God is doing at Joe's Place and he does everything for the youths of this city! Giving out such an award for such a tremendous cause would not only help the youths of today, but only God knows how many people it would effect and how many lives would be changed 10, 15, 25 years down the road!!!! GO JOE'S PLACE
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 8:41 EST

  
  

• melody

  hooray!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 11:46 EST

  
  

• melodyk

  give it to joes place!
  d�cembre 2, 2009 @ 11:50 EST

  
  

• chester

  go Joe go!!! RU's voting for you!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 1:21 EST

  
  

• katie

  I can't even begin to explain how much I want you guys to win! I'm voting 3 times a day, every day. I love Joes Place, I really did a lot of growing up there, so lets go joes!!!!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 2:48 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  So glad to see you this far in, a very deserving place!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 3:04 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  GO JOES! I would be nowhere without you guys!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 3:08 EST

  
  

• Jackyl

  Pleeeeease vote for this, we reaally need this, i could learn sooo much!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 3:25 EST

  
  

• SKgirl

  When I was a teenager I went there, then became a junior then senior volunteer there, then spent a few summers employed there. I think anyone who has been a repeat-face there over the years has the same impression: Joe has so much vision, and things are CONSTANTLY changing and growing, as the help of new people and their ideas are welcomed, and as Joe himself tirelessly looks for ways to offer more opportunity to the youth of the city. It has been awsome to see the place change over the years, and this strikes me as the next (excellent) step. It will have a great impact, and open up many new, meaningful opportunities to help people. I say: Let´s Get Cookin´ with Joe´s Place!!! :-D
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 6:40 EST

  
  

• MJUH FHHR

  Joe's Place has not only impacted but changed our community and lives. Our city is a better place because of it. Best wishes. You not only need this but you deserve it. Well done!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 9:16 EST

  
  

• PeterPan

  Lets go Joes place!!!!! Please vote Joes!!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 10:00 EST

  
  

• NewGuy

  BEST IDEA KEEP THEM VOTES COMING!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 10:12 EST

  
  

• Carol

  Joe's Place is making a huge difference in our community!! Let's keep voting!!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 11:09 EST

  
  

• dancersmom

  Hi Everyone, I can remember my nephews going to Joe's when he was in that apartment on main street. Then he moved to a different building as he needed a larger place. Now he has moved into the building that is on Main Street. I was all for that move as well. I hope that anyone who reads this does vote for "Joe's Place" as he has done such an outstanding job with the kids & keeping them involved & as some would say on the right path in life! So like I said if any reads this & votes remember to tell other people abotu it & have them vote as well for this is such a great idea & I hope that he does get the money he needs to put in his kitchen! GO JOE'S PLACE ............... YOU ROCK ................... AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!!!!!!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 11:27 EST

  
  

• NEWWAVE TEAM

  good to go newwavecommunityswimclub at yahoo.com disable swim club Kenya all the best!!!!!!!!!
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 3:30 EST

  
  

• walk4jesus

  Joe's really needs this kitchen to be finished. There are amazing volunteers who show up weekly with food to feed youth who probably have not had alot of food all week never mind hot food. Not only do the volunteers feed these young adults but they also stay just to love them. Its an amazing place that needs this cash to go even further...
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 3:58 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Keep voting everyone and spread the word. We are only in 30th spot so we really need to get the word out! I watched them do dishes in Rubbermaid containers again this Wednesday. Joe
  d�cembre 3, 2009 @ 10:24 EST

  
  

• ali

  All my votes are going to Joe's Place!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 12:06 EST

  
  

• Suzy Q

  Go Uncle Joe's Place!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 12:17 EST

  
  

• Froboy

  HEY JOE - I VOTED FOR YOU AGAIN, PLEASE HELP RU OUT WE NEED YOUR VOTES TOO!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 2:30 EST

  
  

• Mitchell G.

  KEEP VOTING FOR JOES IT IS BEST SO KEEP BRINGING IN YOUR VOTES
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 8:46 EST

  
  

• misskayy

  lol Getttterr doonnne Guys!!!!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 8:51 EST

  
  

• Holly

  Sounds like an awesome place...something that will really make an positive impact on the youth of Moose Jaw
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 11:14 EST

  
  

• carol

  What a better idea, than to help the youth of the future.
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 11:25 EST

  
  

• Plouffer

  a new kid came in this wednesday and wanted to drop off his resume for when our kitchen gets running. He wants to be a cook when he grows up! ... please help give hope to kids who have a hard time find work skills!!!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 12:10 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  How are you not # 1? i'm lost. don't people look into these things?!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 12:45 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  Happy to support such a worthy cause! Hope everything is going well for you at Joe's! I know your Christmas Banquet is coming soon, just think of how different it would be next year if you had a kitchen!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 1:03 EST

  
  

• Michelle

  Voting for you from Windsor, Ontario! Good luck!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 1:08 EST

  
  

• Hubby

  Another vote from little ole Windsor. You're doing a great thing!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 1:16 EST

  
  

• crossfish22

  The more the kitchen is talked about the more I am learning that youth want to cook and be chef's what an awsome opprutinity it would be for Joe's Place to not only feed the youth but also teach them how to feed them selves. How does that old saying go? "give a man a fish he will eat for a day, teach a man to fish he will never go hungry again." The hope is not just feeding and teach youth how to take care of themselves but also to teach them how to be active member in society and in turn feeding many more people. Keep voting for this project it is well worth it.
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 1:35 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  This would be such a significant thing for Moose Jaw! Wishing you the best and giving you my vote.
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 1:40 EST

  
  

• Amy

  Joe's place makes such an impact in the lives of the Moosejaw youth!! If they win, they'll be able to make even more of a difference in the Moosejaw community!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 2:22 EST

  
  

• NEWWAVE TEAM

  Good to go newwavecommunityswimclub at yahoo.co.uk disable swim club Kenya all the best!!!!!!!!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 3:29 EST

  
  

• psychosteve

  This is such an exciting idea. Can you imagine how cool it would be to have actual cooking classes in a functional kitchen! Liking this idea more and more...
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 3:51 EST

  
  

• Frank

  This is an excellent project of great value to the youth at Joe's. I really hope you can make it happen.
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 5:37 EST

  
  

• PeterPan

  VOTE JOESSSSS!!!!!!
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 6:04 EST

  
  

• Perryave

  Figured I'd come vote for your initiative Joe. You did your part in Bosnia, now your taking care of the kids at home. What you have going has a positive impact on the city and leads by example. You need to have each of your patrons get their family and friends to vote though. Back when you got beat up by those who didnt agree with your vision, some people had your back and you stayed your course. Thanks for providing a safe place all kids can go. Heres hoping its not too late to regain the lost ground on this Aviva project.
  d�cembre 4, 2009 @ 8:30 EST

  
  

• beat box

  Joe's Place is such an amazing place for youth to come hang out... if they get the money for the kitchen the opportunities will be so much more!! Keep up the votes guys... this kitchen would be amazing for the community of Moose Jaw. And by helping out in a little way it will be helping out in a BIG way. It just takes a little help from everyone. Plus one we get the kitchen it will help Joe's Place sooo much! =)
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 12:38 EST

  
  

• steve

  Let's go guys. We can do it!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 1:44 EST

  
  

• butterfly

  A KITCHEN, what a great idea. We can cook together, learn together, pray together, clean up together. VOTE FOR JOE'S . I am, pray you are too.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 7:15 EST

  
  

• SKTHALL

  We're all voting for you Joe!!!! May the Lord's will be done and the money be yours!!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 10:19 EST

  
  

• nadine

  I am so thankful for Joe's place and all the functions, theme nights, dance practices, coffee houses, Youth Quakes, guidance, and hope that they've shown me. They will never be forgotten ^__^
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 11:51 EST

  
  

• alexc12

  keep up the votes!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 12:06 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Keep the votes coming folks. Joe has done so much for Moose Jaw, lets return the favour.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 12:55 EST

  
  

• Frank

  The world would be a better place if there were more guys like Joe.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 12:57 EST

  
  

• Randy

  I am so grateful for all the time I've had with all the great people at Joe's Place. The staff have been an amazing influence to me and being with the younger crowd who drop in there has been tons of fun and a very good learning experience. I haven't seen this kind of thing anywhere else...where young people can come in to a safe environment and just hang out and talk about what's on their mind and receive comfort and guidance. It's like one big family just keeps growing and improving the character of MJ.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 1:16 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  So good to hear all the people Joe's has impacted!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 1:25 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  AMEN !
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 1:29 EST

  
  

• Jackyl

  WOW, keep voting, i can't believe the things that are getting more votes than this!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 1:33 EST

  
  

• friendofjoes

  Joe's Place is making an impact on the city of Moose Jaw ! A kitchen would help them immensely.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 1:44 EST

  
  

• yayjoesplace

  I cant beleive they've gone 15 years without a sink!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 2:28 EST

  
  

• Kaidee

  Getting this done would be awesome! Thanks Joe for all your work on behalf of others.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 3:37 EST

  
  

• crossfish22

  Joe's place is not just about changing the community in Moose Jaw but all over Canada and the world. I have been helping at Joe's Place for a few years and I find the stories of youth that are know adults and impacting other communities around Canada and the world. As well talking with former voulenteers that are out in other communities causing change there. Keep voting for Joe's it's not about just a meal but teaching how to cook.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 3:59 EST

  
  

• Lizs

  Keep voting we can do this!!!
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 5:11 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Spread the word everyone. This needs to spread like a virus for us to move up. Tell everyone!!! Joe
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 7:10 EST

  
  

• JS

  I've asked those voting for Refined Undignified, now sitting at #51, to please also vote for Joe's Place currently at #30. At this point we need about 450 votes to get to #25. Hoping for support from Moose Jaw, Caronport and beyond.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 7:59 EST

  
  

• JS

  Thanks to Saskatchewan country singers Kal Hourd, Codie Prevost, Saskia Overbeek, Spider Bishop, Tommy John Ehman and Alex Runions, as well as promoter Lauren Tutty and Barb with Quickshift for supporting Joe's Place! I'm calling on some more to vote for this totally worthwhile project! Jim Strom, Country 100.
  d�cembre 5, 2009 @ 8:04 EST

  
  

• steve

  Good Luck This is absolutely a project worth supporting!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 12:13 EST

  
  

• Tweak

  joes place is my saviour and my home, i love the company
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 12:17 EST

  
  

• skbrian

  Keep going guys! We can do this!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 12:21 EST

  
  

• guitardude

  Keep on voting everyone!!!! Tell your friends and fam to vote too! Joe's could do even more for the youth of Moose Jaw by having this kitichen! Just imagine the possiblities!!!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:15 EST

  
  

• looking@sky

  Go Joe's Place!!! I really really really want this to be a reality for Moose Jaw!!! Lets get this kitchen!!!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:17 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Don't give up Joe's place! lets rally and show them that great and needed ideas should get supported!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 3:27 EST

  
  

• KD

  i have been with joes place for 8 years now. been going since i was twelve and i have made some major decisions that joe's place staff and joe himself have severely helped me with. i been on my own since around the age of 13 and ever since i been going to joes i have had a life fullfilling enjoyment. there are always ppl there to talk to when we (the youth) need it and for those who dont have the perfect life and family they have us to hold them up and we have them to hold this place together. without joes place in my life im sure i would have only followed the footsteps of my older brothers leadin right into drugs and gang violence. but being at joes turned me from that path and let me decide a better future for myself and i have invited so many friends to come with and they all love it!!! i hope we get this i really doooo!!!!! VOTE 4 JOES =D
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 8:24 EST

  
  

• srg

  Joe's Place has become such a unique and important part of our community and has helped so many of our youth in so many ways. Until this competition began, I had no idea they'd functioned all these years without something as basic as a kitchen. Reality is, this group survives on donations, the donations only go so far and donations are never a certainty for any group. A kitchen means a great deal to Joe's Place as, besides being useful in feeding the kids and teaching them new skills, sales from this kitchen could create at least one small, more dependable stream of funding for this group. Call/email everyone you know and ask them to help by voting daily for this much needed kitchen.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 9:50 EST

  
  

• Jim

  10 days left of opportunity! Call your city councillors and the mayor. Joe's Place is good for Moose Jaw (and beyond)! Thanks to Rob Carnie for interviewing Joe on CHAB. Thanks to Country 100, discovermoosejaw.com and the Times-Herald for helping promote this worthwhile project. Call your MLA and your MP. Call your mom. And...vote!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 10:30 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Watch this Joe's Place video... http://www.editurl.com/6cn
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 10:36 EST

  
  

• Kaidee

  Come on Moose Jaw, we can do this.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 10:51 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  Keep the votes coming people. And remember to give Joe a pat on the back next time you see him.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 11:03 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  Call your neighbors, call your family, call your friends. Tell them to vote Joe's!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 11:05 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  C'mon people, where's all the votes?
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 1:43 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  I've seen what Joe and his crew have done for so many young people in helping them turn their lives around. This would help them be even more effective.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 1:46 EST

  
  

• Frank

  Surely Joe's can muster more votes than this? If everyone who's benefited from Joe's Place over the years voted once a day he would have twice as many votes already.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 1:49 EST

  
  

• Bud

  Joe for mayor!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 1:53 EST

  
  

• Liam

  I vote everyday with all my email addresses!!!! this is a great cause and it should get first. Keep voting. I have helped out at Joes Place and it is an awesome environment lacking a kitchen.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:13 EST

  
  

• jd

  Thanks Joe for everything!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:26 EST

  
  

• bjohns

  It's a pleasure to vote for such a great project.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:35 EST

  
  

• amandaG

  Do the comments still count towards position? I think this has got to have one of the highest amounts for that! It´s awsome to see so many people support this awsome idea. The enthusiasm and awareness is catching on! (Just like it did waay back in the day, when Joe first opened ´´his place.´´) :-)
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:41 EST

  
  

• jb

  It's nice to see Joe's getting good support.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 2:44 EST

  
  

• Cool2Cast

  ok sitting @ # 1 spot is at about 4700 votes rite now, joesplace is at about 3700. CMon, keep voting! WE can do this!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 3:05 EST

  
  

• alexc12

  vote vote vote
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 3:13 EST

  
  

• jonny eds

  voting voting voting
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 3:29 EST

  
  

• bear

  It's awesome to be part of something bigger than yourself!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 5:25 EST

  
  

• Apple2

  It is very cold here today. Joe's place is everything to the people they serve. Food, shelter and belonging.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 5:32 EST

  
  

• Banana2

  I met a young girl from Joes Place. Her life has been turned around because of the love and support she has experienced for the first time. Keep voting!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 5:37 EST

  
  

• kittycat

  Voting for this project cause I think its a great one.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 5:47 EST

  
  

• carol

  I love the staff at Joe's Place, because they really care about these kids. Keep Voting!!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 7:47 EST

  
  

• BabyToupin

  Joes Place is an amazing Place.. Im so glad I started goin there.. Its a safer place for teens to go on weekends instead of being out drinking.. The staff is amzing and have influenzed my life in many parts..Lets Go Joes Place.. :)
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 8:38 EST

  
  

• Old Steve

  We need a miracle, but that's exactly where Joe's Place has been before and so many good things have happened...Keep voting and let's see what happens!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 9:44 EST

  
  

• butterfly

  Our son is one of the volunteers at Joe's Place, and we have heard so many good things about Joe's Place, in the youth that come there as well as in the lives of the staff/volunteers. There are young and older people working together for the Glory of God in this place. We are from Peterborough , Ontario, and we are encouraging all the people we know, on face book and in our church body to VOTE FOR JOE'S - HUNGRY FOR HOPE. This place NEEDS the money to install a fully functional, on site kitchen. Let's vote for Joe's.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 9:58 EST

  
  

• Brad

  Ya! Joe's Place, the lives of the kids that go are transformed helping them to live out there lives in better ways. I support you guys 100 percent!!
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 11:09 EST

  
  

• Ken

  This is certainly something we can use in this area. We are able to improve the lives of our youth and our future generations.
  d�cembre 6, 2009 @ 11:18 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Good job everyone. BRAINSTORM... How do we win this? Who can you e-mail who has voting power? Call in some favors. Then just do it! Spread it like a virus. Joe
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 12:34 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  LETS GET EVERYONE VOTING!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 3:11 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  Thanks to everyone who has voted, keep the votes coming!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 9:03 EST

  
  

• Bud

  I think we can, I think we can, I'm sure we can, I know we can! Let do this!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 9:36 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  There's still time to get everyone you know voting.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:03 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  If I had 40 large in my pocket I'd be dishing out myself for this project. It's so worth it.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:09 EST

  
  

• Frank

  I can't believe how much stuff people have already donated. Joe is so close to making this happen.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:17 EST

  
  

• jd

  This would be soooo awesome for the youth of Moose Jaw!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:35 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  We are 392 votes away from qualifying at this point! Contact your friends! E-mail City Hall! Thanks to Councillor Eby for voting.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:44 EST

  
  

• P-Flygirl

  This is a wonderful idea and we really need to support our community of Mosse Jaw and its youth!!!!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:59 EST

  
  

• Cornerstone

  Joe's Place has so much potential. I remember when I was a youth that I loved coming to hang out there. It was fun and safe, and it was like another family to me. Now that I am working with Joe's, I see in a different light how great an impact they can make in the city of Moose Jaw, as well as the rest of the world! I love the fact that Joe's Place isn't just a great place to hang out and have a fun time, it is very purposeful. I know that this kitchen will be amazing to have because it will make an impact in so many different ways.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 11:01 EST

  
  

• Flyboy

  It would be great if Joe's Place got this break and were able to feed the youth of Moose Jaw!!! GO JOE GO!!!!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 11:02 EST

  
  

• bjohns

  Joe's Place is exactly the sort of place that youth need to help them find direction and purpose. Adding something practical like a kitchen and giving them job skills will only add to all the good things already happening.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 11:50 EST

  
  

• dylansweb

  I know a youth-worker from Joe's. She had dinner at our house once and we have been in touch since she began working with youth through Joe's. She is a good girl, doing good things in a good place. Joe's is exactly the kind of place that a new kitchen would benefit and not be wasted upon, and this is exactly the kind of cause that a contest such as this is designed to help. My vote is for Joe's, May God bless you all.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 12:52 EST

  
  

• jonny eds

  Good to see the votes coming. Vote again tomorrow.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 1:13 EST

  
  

• Czort

  I just voted again for Joe's Place, so come on everybody help out! It is for such a good cause!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 1:35 EST

  
  

• kenny

  This is a step in the right direction for MJ.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 1:56 EST

  
  

• bear

  Saskatchewan has great youth! They deserve this.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 3:15 EST

  
  

• Lion

  Building a healthy Saskatchewan - that's Joes place!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 3:17 EST

  
  

• Apple2

  Want to change a province, a country, the world - start with the youth. They are the movers and shakers of the world.
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 3:20 EST

  
  

• Liam

  Movin up the list lets go!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 6:02 EST

  
  

• markdunk2

  To quote a popular cartoon "Go Joe's !!!"
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 6:38 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  I'm excited! I believe we're going to qualify! If you've not watched the video at www.joesplaceyouthcentre.ca, it'll give you a glimpse of the good things that happen every week at Joe's Place. I'm finding lots of supportive people in Moose Jaw. Just need to keep encouraging them to vote, vote, vote. Is there someone you can phone, text, e-mail right now? Let's get that kitchen!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 7:49 EST

  
  

• Becky

  Good luck! Bless you!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 8:52 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  Welcome to all RU voters...and thank you! Together we can do it!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 9:20 EST

  
  

• _Lauu_

  Good luck i'll keep on voting :)
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 10:15 EST

  
  

• Aly

  I am so excited to see what God is going to do through this ministry in MJ!! through God all things are possible! so i know that this is going to happen!!
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 11:15 EST

  
  

• Aly

  i don't attend Joe's place but my dad Sergeant Morin used to work with Joe in the military so i am glad to support any friends of my Mom or Dad!! :)
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 11:19 EST

  
  

• Lauren

  Joes is the place my dad still tells people about after getting a tour last year after grad. Lets get teh outh somehting to be proud of themselves for
  d�cembre 7, 2009 @ 11:43 EST

  
  

• math_theroux

  Matthieu Théroux Matthieu Théroux Matthieu Théroux encourager moi c'est pour mon école aller voter matthieu merci Idéeacf1070: Une place pour moi dans la communauté! Affichée le octobre 13, 2009Auteur : Maria Normandin, Joëlle Du...charme, Kim Godin..., Céline Frenette, Manon Doré, Jacinthe Desmarais ;-)Organisation: École Marie- Rose, Be...loeil lEndroit : ...École Mar.....................................................................ie-Rose, 866, rue Laurier, Beloe......ilCatégorie : Améliorez l’éducation Coût : À moyen budget (10 000 $ à 50 000$Une place pour moi dans la communauté! | Fonds communautaire Aviva www.fondscommunautaireaviva.org UNE PLACE POUR MOI DANS LA COMMUNAUTÉ! La mission que nous poursuivons a pour but de promouvoir l’intégration des personnes ayant des difficultés particulières, telles que déficience intellectuelle, difficultés ...Une place pour moi dans la communauté! | Fonds communautaire Aviva www.fondscommunautaireaviva
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 12:19 EST

  
  

• Old Steve

  I think we are gathering momentum....I could be wrong, but it seems like we moved up 3 positions since I last counted....GO JOE'S PLACE
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 12:28 EST

  
  

• RUcal

  I just voted you into 25th position! GO JOE'S !! Please vote for RU2!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 2:06 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Glad to see the support! Love to all my Joe's Place Friends!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 4:14 EST

  
  

• Jackyl

  EVERYONE KEEP VOTING, we neeed this!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 4:22 EST

  
  

• Suzy Q

  Go, go, go!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 8:54 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  So close I can taste it. :)
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 9:56 EST

  
  

• Jim S.

  You know...this is about more than a kitchen sink, right? It's about making a difference in Moose Jaw (and beyond) by helping every youth reach their full potential. Young people helped. Accepted and cared for. The kitchen? It's going to be a big help in fulfilling the goal. Thanks for voting!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 9:58 EST

  
  

• spiderbishop

  I'm voting everyday!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 10:43 EST

  
  

• amandaG

  The commercial is really well-done! It is very helpful for explaining to people WHY you are asking them to vote. Great work, and untiring effort, on the part of the J.P. crew!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 11:23 EST

  
  

• Bud

  Joe's is a first class operation. They've done a great job with what they have. Adding a kitchen would be a big boost to continue building on a good foundation. Our young people are not just the future, they are the present as well. Anything we can do to help them along in the right direction will be for the good of us all.
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 11:46 EST

  
  

• Fonz

  You need to ask Aviva to remove some of your comments to make your page load quicker, it is taking way too long and may discourage some people. Good luck!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 1:28 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  GOOD JOB EVERYONE. Keep voting... We hit 25th spot but don't quit! The higher we rank the more chance of the judges giving us the money. Keeping spreading it like a virus. Joe
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 3:07 EST

  
  

• hellothere!

  What he said everyone, keep voting! No one deserves this more than Joe and everyone who has or has had any part of Joes place!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 3:40 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  THANKS SASKATCHEWAN DRAGOONS. Keep voting us in. Once a Sask D always a Sask D! First In-Last Out. Cpl Joe (Gadget) Dueck
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 6:51 EST

  
  

• pommes

  Another GREAT idea is the Super-Interactive School! They are in third last place, and I would like to spare them some votes because I know how much Ecole Van Belleghem contributes towards the community!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 8:26 EST

  
  

• carol

  Were voting for Joe's Place, from Ontario to Alberta......you are awsome!
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 9:46 EST

  
  

• Aly

  hey Joe My dad says hi! he's Sergeant Morin
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 11:45 EST

  
  

• Jim

  OK, so we served food to about fifty youth tonight at Joe's Place. Using our "non-kitchen". One of the things I love about these young people...the years I've been there...they never complain...they're thankful for what's done for them at Joe's Place. I wish every one of you who hasn't been there could have a tour, especially the folks at Aviva who are putting on this great contest. Thank you for the opportunity to get the word out about all that's happening at Joe's Place, strategically located in the downtown of Moose Jaw.
  d�cembre 8, 2009 @ 11:54 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Voting for Joe's all the way from Korea!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 12:16 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  Joes changed my life. i'm not sure i want to tell you all about it on some forum, but if your reading this and you're considering if this is worth your vote,it is. it really is. even to change one life is a big deal, to that person. Joe's made a big deal life change of me. when you owe a place your very life, you vote. please join me in my voting for joes.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 12:26 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  I just e-mailed Mayor Hagel (again), Premier Wall, The Times-Herald, and Golden West Radio asking if they'd give this deserving local project the extra boast it needs. How about the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Lions, Kiwanis? Are you on board? Then vote. Please vote. Joe's Place serves the youth of your city. Truth is we can't do it with just Moose Jaw. We need Caronport to help. We need Regina , Saskatoon and beyond. E-mailing together this can happen!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 12:59 EST

  
  

• shadowdancer

  I watched Joe a number of years back struggle to get this place going. He had a vision and a heart bigger than anyone else I have met in Moose Jaw. He is part of a solution and is trying to solve some of the problems that face the youth here in Moose Jaw. Both Joe and the kids struggling here need our support both online and by donations. Every bit counts. God Bless.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 1:20 EST

  
  

• pompom7

  I have 2 daughters who have attended Joes place from time to time. The girls love it and I love the idea behind Joes place! As a mom, when my girls are there, I know they are safe and in good hands! Its the only time I can relax when the girls are out!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 9:25 EST

  
  

• tammy

  Joe and Karon have given their lives for the kids of moose jaw. Please vote for Joes place to continue a dream he started so many years ago.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 9:59 EST

  
  

• amyrae

  It's amazing that such a small city is able to round up so many votes!! Keep it up Moose Jaw (and all you friends and family who aren't from here)!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 10:25 EST

  
  

• sb.oeg

  Show your support for Joe's Place. This project is so worthwhile! Joe and Karen and all the staff are completely dedicated to seeing the youth of Moose Jaw grow to their full potential. The ministries are geared toward helping youth find faith, forgiveness and purpose in their lives. Our two boys have gone to Joe's Place from the time they were old enough to attend. They still attend whenever they can. Having a kitchen addition will help Joe's Place continue to fulfill their purpose in the city of Moose Jaw.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 11:39 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Just received this from the mayor's office..."I have placed an announcement on our City’s website explaining the contest and asking the employees to vote online until December 16/09. Hopefully, this will help and Joe’s Place will win." Thank you, Mayor Hagel!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 11:46 EST

  
  

• wshausch

  Joe's place has always been a great work and this is a much needed addition for their facilities.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 5:12 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  HEY EVERYONE… WE HAVE A HUGE OPPORTUNITY…RUSH HOUR RALLY...SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR JOE’S PLACE TOMMORROW, THURSDAY THE 10TH Murray’s Signs just donated Huge Signs that say “Vote For Joe’s Place” and we have 100 handheld signs, and 1000’s of handouts thanks to Grand Valley Press. Yellow happy face flags will be flying. If you believe in Joe’s Place we need you to come to Joe’s Place at 4pm this Thursday. We will hand-out the stuff and walk down Main Street to Macs by the Mall waving our signs. If enough people show up we may even send a van load up to 9th and Manitoba. Should be a fun show of support. Spread the word!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 6:49 EST

  
  

• Jesse Biccum

  Great, Thats exactly what we need Joe! .. I will for sure be marching those streets!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 7:02 EST

  
  

• Lee Ayerst

  good luck joe !!!!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 7:44 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Barb with the music group Quickshift sent this...Thanks for your email...it reminded me to vote again today, which I did and will attempt to remember to do so till the deadline. As one of the comments read, much better to vote for a worthwhile project than for politicians..lol....
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 7:52 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Spread the word on the Rally Thursday at 4pm @ Joe's Place.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 7:55 EST

  
  

• kelseykeddy

  Good luck tomorrow Joe!!!!!!!!!!! I hope you get the votes!! How many votes to you need to make finals?? And I want to see some picture of this rally :) Miss you all!!!!!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 9:58 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  This is a ``support the youth`` rally but all ages are welcome. Spread the word. Thursday 4pm at Joe`s Place.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 10:51 EST

  
  

• Deb

  Best of luck. One of the best ideas!
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 11:21 EST

  
  

• mia

  my nieces go there and it has changed there life for the better. i also have nothing put good things about joe's place it would be ashame to loss it.
  d�cembre 9, 2009 @ 11:58 EST

  
  

• ali

  Keep voting everyone! :)
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 12:01 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Will do what i can to support this cause!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:05 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  In it to win it!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:07 EST

  
  

• Jackyl

  PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESEEE Keep Voting!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:09 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  YES, KEEP VOTING MAN THIS WOULD DO SOOO MUCH GOOOOD
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:11 EST

  
  

• Victoria.S

  This Is An Awsome Cause! I Will Vote Everyday For You Guys! Go Leanne
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 7:32 EST

  
  

• jdkid

  sup
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 10:10 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  Hey, we're pretty high on the "most comments list". Besides asking everybody you know on the planet to vote in this Aviva contest, how about asking everybody to express what Joe's Place means to them. People have been doing that. The comments are great! Keep 'em coming and the votes! Ah, ,yes, the votes! We can do eet!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 10:43 EST

  
  

• friendofjoes

  What a difference a kitchen would make for Joe's Place! Thanks to Joe and all the staff for your hard work and your care for the youth of Moose Jaw. Let's keep voting!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 10:52 EST

  
  

• Jake

  A Kitchen WILL make miracles happen, let there be no doubt!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:38 EST

  
  

• psychosteve

  Hey, I just counted and it seems like we are in 23rd position! Last week we were in 30th. Let's keep this come from behind thing happening!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:40 EST

  
  

• dig

  GOOD LUCK--I will be happy to vote for this wonderful project--
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:41 EST

  
  

• SteveA

  Thank you Moose Jaw for supporting this awesome project!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:48 EST

  
  

• Tara

  Keep voting, guys! You are so close - don't stop now!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 12:09 EST

  
  

• amandaG

  Good hustle team! A rush hour rally?? You folks put the ´´DO´´ in ´´Just do it!!´´ (I just made that up...umm, me and Nike.) Great ideas. Aviva really ought to give you the money AND an ´´A´´ for effort. You can DO it!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 1:15 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  SUPPORT RALLY AT 4PM TODAY. All ages welcome. Dress warm!!!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 1:32 EST

  
  

• machmer4

  Oh I wish I could have been their for the Rally! I am cheering you on from here! :)
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:04 EST

  
  

• JS

  Talked with our MLA, Warren Michelson, today. He's voting and asking others to vote too. Thanks! Hey, if you're on Main Street in the 4:00 hour, honk your horn when you see the Vote 4 Joe's Place parade! Feel free to join us!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:52 EST

  
  

• kristonm123

  Never will meet a family (Joe and Karen Dueck) with more passion, drive and energy to reach kids that need a chance for success. Supporting this changes lives that change more lives and with a chain reaction like this - the world can be reached for the good! Vote Joe's!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 4:55 EST

  
  

• JS

  Thanks to www.discovermoosejaw.com for the picture and story about today's demonstration on Main Street. Click on "Full of Hope" at www.discovermoosejaw.com
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 6:43 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  THANKS TO ALL WHO RALLIED....WOW THAT WAS COLD!!! That's dedication! Thanks to all who honked and cheered. DON'T FORGET OUR CHRISTMAS BANQUET TOMMORROW.
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 7:33 EST

  
  

• BabyToupin

  Keep Voting Guys.. This would be an amazing opportunity for joes.. :)
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 8:18 EST

  
  

• bear

  I remember when Joes Place was actually at Joe's place, well, his aparment on main street. He was an army guy who liked good clean fun with as many people as would fit in his apartment - and it was wall to wall people. I remember being amazed there was no drinking, drugs, just this guy who loves fun and people. Joe is kind of like the crocodile hunter - he is passionate about adventure and full of life and it is infectious, kind of like this contest and the ones he did way back in his old apt on Main St. Keep it up Joe and family!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 9:48 EST

  
  

• Lion

  The story of how Joe's Place came to be is amazing. Someone should tell how they got the big building on main st. It's a good one, just not sure I know well enough to tell.
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 9:51 EST

  
  

• Boundless_84

  Investment in youth is the best thing we can do. They need solid mentors and role models to look up to. Good outreach.
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 10:21 EST

  
  

• Lee Ayerst

  you do it big!!!!!!!! Good luck joe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1111
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 10:23 EST

  
  

• Cindy

  Keep up the good work. Whether Joe's Place wins or not, you are doing a wonderful work for the youth in your city!
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 10:48 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  I just asked a guy with 4,369 followers on Twitter to ask them to vote. Contacted another city counciller and the Green Party candidate to ask their followers to vote. Trying to leave no stone unturned. 6 days to a new kitchen! Reach out to all your contacts. For the youth.
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:18 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Just got this e-mail..."Hi Jim! Just dropping a quick line to say hi and wish you good fortune in reaching your goals for Joe’s Place. Very cool. I will keep voting until the cut off date. Juanita Brandt, Singer * songwriter * prairie girl." I replied to Juanita that if she could meet some of the great kids at Joe's Place, she'd know why we're all so passionate about this place. Please keep telling others to vote.
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:26 EST

  
  

• carol

  Not only does Joe and the staff feed the kids that come in, but they feed, nourish and quench their soul. They all truely are doing what they love.
  d�cembre 10, 2009 @ 11:41 EST

  
  

• Mac

  Still wishin a win on ya Joe and the gang!! Vote every day!!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 12:06 EST

  
  

• Rhonda

  Hey little bro, We're in your corner man!! You guys deserve this win. You're doing an awesome job! I want to check out the pics someone mentioned are on line somewhere of your rally -that must have been frosty!! Good show people!! (I rallied in my nice warm home!)-I live out of province so I could not join you all.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 12:11 EST

  
  

• dfast

  Go Joe Go!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 12:17 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Some pictures of the rally are on www.discovermoosejaw.com Story is called "Full Of Hope"
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 12:31 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  FEEDING OVER 100 youth and volunteers this Friday for our Christmas Banquet. Kitchen, here we come!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 12:39 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  Thanks, Councillor Luhning for asking all your Twitter followers to vote! She said, "I sure appreciate you emailing me." Do YOU know someone who would appreciate YOU e-mailing them and asking them to vote? I've been amazed at all the support that is out there for this wonderful work. I just rec'd this e-mail, "It’s a beautiful thing for folks to care for each other and be compassionate about lives other than our own. Thanks for helping to make the world better!" That's what Joe's Place does! Tell everybody you know! 5 days to a new kitchen! Exciting!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 9:35 EST

  
  

• elf

  I'm excited about the banquet tonight. The DESSERTS are ready to go. Thanks Joe, Karen and Staff for ALL you do. Ev
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 9:42 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  I love you Joe's! Praying for you guys!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 9:57 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  Oh man, please lets rally and show how worthy this cause is!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:02 EST

  
  

• Jackyl

  JOES PLACE ROCKSSSSSS!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:04 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  I just wanted to say that, if you are a judge reading this, you should know how important this youth center has been to so many of us, you would NOT imagine whats its like to have a place to go where everyone isn't drunk or off their rocker on drugs (i'm talking about our parents as well as our friends). It was my safe place, my island in the ocean of hell.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:09 EST

  
  

• jdkid

  wats up all lets win this
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 11:08 EST

  
  

• butterfly

  I can't imagine the challenge it must be for the faithful volunteers and staff to prepare food off site for 100 people for a Christmas Banquet, bring the food in and keep it hot/warm, and then do all the clean up without an on site kitchen. God bless all of you for your ministry, and we will keep praying and voting that Joe's Place will get their on site kitchen. VOTE FOR JOE'S - HUNGRY FOR HOPE.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 11:18 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  SHOW YOUR SUPPORT -DRIVE WITH PRIDE If you want a magnet sign for the side of your car or poster for your car window come by and pick one up today 1-5
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 12:11 EST

  
  

• Keegan

  I completely agree with what you guys are doing and may God continue to bless your ministries:-)
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 1:47 EST

  
  

• Aly

  Joe, today when i was doing my devotions i read James 3:17-18 and it says,"but the wisdom from Heaven is first of all pure, then peace-loving considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.Peace makers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness," God has placed a call on your life for youth and you are doing an awesome job fulfilling that call! you are definitely a peace maker in Moose Jaw!!! And from this you will reap good fruit! keep up the good work!! :) we can do this!!!!!!! sincerely,Alysia
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 1:49 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  RALLY ON MAIN AGAIN TODAY. @ 4:30 Just come early for Christmas Banquet. Also...DRIVE WITH PRIDE... Come get a magnet sign for your car. Joe
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 2:43 EST

  
  

• nicole.a.pau

  Our youth group from Manitoba went to Joe's Place for a Missions Trip/Youth Retreat a few weeks ago and I enjoyed it immensely. Not only was it so much fun enjoying all the activites available at Joe's Place, when I was job shadowing, one evening, it was super neat seeing everything from a Christian Volunteer way of looking at things. From praying in the prayer room, hanging out in 'coat check', and working in the 'kitchen'-if you can call it that- I was not surprised to see Jesus Christ being glorified in everything. Joe's Place is helping youth presently and eternally. It's a great but needy missions field. With God all things are possible!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 3:54 EST

  
  

• bear

  Wow Moose Jaw, way to support your youth - such an increase in votes overnight!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 4:19 EST

  
  

• Banana2

  Merry Christmas to joe's place tonight. I hope your banquet is a great time of food and fellowship.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 4:25 EST

  
  

• Steve

  Any group that rallies in -32 gets my vote! Joe's Place is an organization that is defined by the tireless efforts of their volunteers and staff!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 5:05 EST

  
  

• aeh94

  I love being part of this place called "Joe's Place". I have been involved here since 2002 and am so grateful for all of the relationships that I've made through this place. Every week I help with the kitchen related activites--from organizing who cooks to helping do the dishes in our infamous Rubbermaid containers! It's a delight to be part of feeding so many people and keeping things in order...but would be so much better with a real sink!!! Thanks so much to everyone for voting! Keep up the good work!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 5:07 EST

  
  

• Ryan

  The kitchen will bring to life so many more possibilities at Joe's Place. For instance, the Christmas banquet could be prepared in the building and the youth could work together to create a feast.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 5:07 EST

  
  

• leannep

  The youth of this city have so much potential and Joe's Place has amazing volunteers and staff who believe in the youth of this city!!! To some of these kids we are their family!!!!!All the time I hear kids say family comes first and you know that family will always have your back! Over the four years of working at Joe's Place I've seen that be true to all who have entered our doors (whether youth or staff). You know once you are a part of the JOe's Place family you will ALWAYs be a part of the Joe's Place family!!!! Keep voting and getting your friends on board!!! You guys are all amazing!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 5:11 EST

  
  

• Plouffer

  MOOSE JAW WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!!!! Lets show those big city people that we are a small prairie town with A HUGE HEART!!!!!!! support your local youth...THEY ARE WORTH EVERY VOTE!! A kitchen will open so many opportunities to bring hope to the youth of Moose Jaw. THe possibilities are endless!!!!!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 5:14 EST

  
  

• RebeccaD

  This is such a great ministry and opportunity! Voting is the least I can do =)
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 5:47 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  THANKYOU MOOSE JAW WARRIORS They are promoting this at their 2 home games Fri & Sat. GO WARRIORS.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 6:54 EST

  
  

• Aly

  that's Awesome!! we are going to get so many more votes! not that we need that many more! but it's always worth it and God can use every one of them!!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 6:56 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  OH NO... WE JUST DROPPED 2 SPOTS TO 23rd... WE NEED TO MOVE UP NOT DOWN!!!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 9:12 EST

  
  

• beaumont

  Just came from the Christmas banquet which was served minus a kitchen. It was a great event! Approx. 130 there. We are experiencing a minor setback...going from #21 to #23. We shall rebound...if everyone does their part...vote...vote...vote...vote...vote. 5 days. 5 more votes. And this is critical... let's all commit to talk to others and get them to vote.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:06 EST

  
  

• Harmster

  i got all dressed up to come to the great banquet that joes place put on it was great it be better if there was more room in the kitchen but thats what we need to pray for god bless
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:09 EST

  
  

• Aly

  Joe, i just want to say that i look up to you A LOT!! you are an amazing man of God! And i see so much in you and every time we bump into each other i get inspired! you have really blessed me and my family with your care for the youth of Moose Jaw!! thanks a bunch Joe!!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:24 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  157 YOUTH, STAFF & VOLUNTEERS at CHRISTMAS BANQUET!!! Wow... THANKS Charlotte's Catering + Every youth and child got a present thanks to Salvation Army, Lori Keeler/Remax, Kim Pruden/Royal Bank, Karen & Ray/Kat's Country Cottage, and Hillcrest & Alliance Church people. Joe
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 10:40 EST

  
  

• Aly

  Joe, Can you e-mail me the dates and times that Joe's place is open at? I would like to start attending on the days that i can. my e-mail address is morin.alysia@ccsmj.ca. hope to hear from you!
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 11:16 EST

  
  

• carol

  Wish we could all be there to show our support in person, but we are VOTING!! Love how the whole town is rallying around Joe's Place.
  d�cembre 11, 2009 @ 11:46 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

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• Joe's Place

  WAY TO GO WARRIORS with the big win tonight! Joe
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 1:52 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Congrats on the huge Christmas Banquet! 157 is nothing to what we'll be able to do with a kitchen!!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 9:23 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  GOOOOOOOOO JOOOOOOES!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 9:36 EST

  
  

• Del

  Sounds like a fun Christmas event!! We are voting!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 10:15 EST

  
  

• dfast

  Keep up the good work!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 10:18 EST

  
  

• smile

  we on Gabriola have some folks from Moose Jaw who came here to live so heres my vote! so important to support our youth best of luck! and seasons greetings!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 1:06 EST

  
  

• Bellabugg

  we really need this it would be such blessing to get this for joes
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 2:12 EST

  
  

• Jock

  Calling on all fellow former Nova Scotians to vote for this. Call a friend today. Ask them to vote. 4 days! 4 days left.!We just passed 11,000 votes! Don't give up!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 2:17 EST

  
  

• Harmmy

  we need as many votes as we can get vote as much as you can each day for 4 more days
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 2:26 EST

  
  

• Scruffy 2

  You know what I love about Joe's Place? It's like family. It IS family !!! Joe's a great big brother. Adrienne, Leanne and Junie are great little sisters. And the others. They're always there, listening, caring. Keep on voting!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 2:33 EST

  
  

• Big Momma

  I'm thankful for Joe's Place providing a place for the single moms to gather on a Tuesday night, get fed (out of the "non-kitchen", but not for long! Keep voting!) and then have a discussion time while Amy and Claire and others look after their darling little ones.
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 2:41 EST

  
  

• carissa howe

  GO jOES!!! REMEMBER WITH GOD ANYTHING IN POSSIBLE!!! I started going to joes in november and to tell you the truth eveyone that works there is so caring and loving and id i need someone to talk to someone will sit with me and talk. its a great place for youth to go so they dont have to get drunk and hurt. there are so many people there with huge hearts and yeah the kitchen would help. GO JOES!! whoot whoot lol
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 5:09 EST

  
  

• Bud

  OK, time for honesty. I'm appaled that a place like Moose Jaw can't muster more votes than this. People are sitting in front of their computers anyway, so it's not like they need to even get off their lazy arses to help a place that's done so much for their city and they can't even take a minute away from Facebook or World of Warcraft or Youtube to vote. Surely Joe's should be getting 5,000 votes a day, not 1,250. I bet you more than half of those 1,250 votes are coming from outside of Moose Jaw as it is.
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 7:12 EST

  
  

• Cindy

  I encourage everyone to vote & tell friends to vote - only 4 more times each!!! We / You can do this!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 10:44 EST

  
  

• Cindy

  I just have to add one more comment for those of you who don't know! Joe's Place was started by Joe when he was 20/21 yrs old; with just an invitation to drop by his warehouse apartment. Word spread that this was a safe & cool place to hang out and feel loved, with no strings attached. And eventually it became routine for the place to be filled to the brim on weekends - with youth looking for a place to have some good clean fun! I recall the first time my bro toured me through his apartment & I saw his living conditions - not so wonderful - yet here he was sharing what little he had with youth and making a difference. No funding, no help, no motives other than to be there for the youth in the community and big dreams of how he could make it better & even more exciting. I am proud to know that you are a part of my family, Joe & to see how your dreams have become a reality - that you are making a difference - not without sacrifice - but with enthusiasim and love for the young peopl
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 10:54 EST

  
  

• Cindy

  continued...young people... you are working with. Moose Jaw would not be the same without Joe's Place! And to see how it has grown in 15 short years; to include many dedicated volunteers, community members and a supportive board of directors is very exciting!! Keep it up!!!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 10:58 EST

  
  

• jesus_freak1

  This is an awesome project! Keep up the good work!
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 11:19 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  THANKS FAMILY for mustering support in Manitoba! Love you guys. Bro Joe
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 11:30 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  THANKS AGAIN MOOSE JAW WARRIORS... You played hard! Warriors staff are great! 1000 flyers got handed out...thanks to the great girls who helped by waving signs all night... now we just have to pray that people follow through and VOTE Joe
  d�cembre 12, 2009 @ 11:34 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Wow! Spent the night at the Warriors game with Joe. Thanks to the Warriors for letting us set up there. Your support for Joe's Place is greatly appreciated. Handed out a ton of flyers. My thanks too to Destiny and Katy and the other girls who manned our table. You were awesome. And the guys too who worked the hall. When you guys turn 14 we'd love to see you at Joe's Place! Now to the serious stuff. We need all those people who were at the game and said they'd vote...to vote! I'm believing that we will suddenly move from #23 to somewhere up higher. Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and beyond...need your help!
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 12:04 EST

  
  

• izzybell

  LETS GO JOES!!!!
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 12:56 EST

  
  

• Harmster

  we can make it if we only pray :)
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 1:01 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

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• Joe's Place

  I just reported the temperature in Moose Jaw and that we would rally again on Tuesday and it was "moderated" ...very odd?
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 1:40 EST

  
  

• Czort

  Keep those votes coming in! Vote, vote, vote!
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 1:55 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Wow. why would they moderate the weather?
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 3:42 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  GO JOES!
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 3:48 EST

  
  

• anne

  What a reading! I just spent 2 hours reading all the comments! Amazing what can be done by people who care, love, & sacrifice, again and again.Joe, I'm so thankful for the work you and your wonderful staff are doing, together with dedicated volunteers, who also love,care & sacrifice! Peter & I have been there! It brings tears to my eyes, to see kids who feel safe, feel loved and cared for!!!They deserve the best! Let's make it happen! I'm voting for sure!!! Joe's Mom/Winnipeg
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 7:35 EST

  
  

• Scruffy 2

  All you great WARRIORS fans, c'mon and vote! I too would like to thank the WARRIORS organization for their great support at Friday & Saturday nights' home games. Thanks also to Moose Jaw city councillor Heather Eby! I love the way our small community is getting behind our local project which is facing strong competition from larger populated areas. Every vote counts!
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 10:06 EST

  
  

• Jesse

  ...Seems to me that aviva don't like irrelevant updates lol
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 1:53 EST

  
  

• Murfreesboro

  Three days! Three days to a new kitchen! If everbody who's already voting gets one other person to vote...we can move from #23 farther up the food chain. One small phone call for you can make a big difference and help Joe's Place fulfill its mandate...to make a difference in the lives of young people not only here in Moose Jaw, but beyond.
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 3:53 EST

  
  

• Jock

  Dear Aviva judges, I thought you should know... the kitchen we're hoping for will not be just for serving wholesome meals (and cleaning up after), as important as that is. It will also be for giving our youth skills on how to prepare and serve healthy meals. Joe's Place has an exciting vision for how this kitchen can be used to make a difference in the lives of the youth we serve on a weekly basis. Thank you so much for this tremendous opportunity.
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 4:50 EST

  
  

• Dorothy

  I'm coming over from Thirsty Church(acf1612) to cast a vote for your project; to say "HI" and congratulations to your group on making it into the Semi-finals. Our group is having a roller-coaster ride between 23rd and 25th place. If you wish, come have a look at see what we are all about. We welcome visitors to our posting and any support we can get over the next three days. We're proud of the support received from our small rural community of less than 200 people.
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 7:25 EST

  
  

• Elly

  Before there was funding, there was Joe's ... with MORE funding there will be even MORE of Joe's Place to help even MORE kids! Can't go wrong with Joe's Place!
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 9:11 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

  joes is hungry....
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 11:26 EST

  
  

• Czort

  Come on and vote for Joe's Place! It is a very worthwhile cause! :o)
  d�cembre 13, 2009 @ 11:49 EST

  
  

• Leanne

  you know you're providing hope for youth when over 50 youth show up on a Saturday night when it's -47 out and most of them walk acorss town to get to Joe's Place!!! Remind your freinds to vote!!! Thank you to the Moose Jaw Army who gave bag lunches to our staff and youth on Saturday!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 12:37 EST

  
  

• Del

  Keep it u! Vote for Joe's Place!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 1:04 EST

  
  

• DavidC

  A vote from Camp Triumph supporter in Nova Scotia. You have a very important cause and bless you for your commitment to these young people. I'll keep sending my votes! Good luck!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 8:06 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  So good to see people supporting each other in this!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 8:30 EST

  
  

• Scruffy 2

  We seem to be hovering around #23. How about we move up the ladder! C'mon, Moose Jaw! C'mon, Caronport! C'mon, Saskatchewan! C'mon, world! Today and tomorrow for our youth...vote, vote!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 9:17 EST

  
  

• Darth Maal

  The truth of the matter is that if this project wins, another project will still benefit, as we are not looking for the entire $250k, merely a fraction of it. There would still be $200k left in the fund to disperse to other projects. If you're looking for high upside with low cost, this would be it. Joe's Place delivers more bang for the buck. Other projects want the whole $250k regardless of whether or not they'd actually need it to do what they're planning to do.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 9:21 EST

  
  

• Big Momma

  You know, 12915 votes is nothing to be sneezed at when you consider it's coming from Moose Jaw, a tiny little place compared to our massive Ontario and Quebec competitors. I love how the community's pulling together.Pull some more!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 9:25 EST

  
  

• dragonfly

  Being at the Christmas Banquet last friday reminded me that Joe's place is more then just a youth centre it is like family :)
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 9:56 EST

  
  

• nicolejeanne

  Joes Place is such an amazing place where kids can go and be themselves and feel accepted and loved. The kitchen would be a huge blessing and bring so much more opportunity for those in need! Great job!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 12:03 EST

  
  

• Jim

  Just rec'd an e-mail from Premier Brad Wall..."Although I wish you all the best in the competition, due to the number of Saskatchewan entrants, it would be inappropriate for me, as Premier, to pledge my support to just one worthy organization." Joe's Place is the only one currently placing in the necessary top 25. Please, you other Saskatchewan entrants and your supporters, please vote for us too! Thank you!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 12:34 EST

  
  

• Tara

  Keep voting! Remember - only the 25 ideas with the most votes move on to the final round. We're cutting it awfully close, so vote vote vote! Also remember that people outside of Saskatchewan can vote for you too (I'm in Toronto) - get everyone you know to vote today. There's not much time left!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 12:38 EST

  
  

• Tara

  Premier Brad Wall should be ashamed of himself.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 12:41 EST

  
  

• Ratzlaff

  Word has spread about the positive changes happening in kids lives at Joe's place. The positive impact of Joe's on these kids is well worth investing in!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 1:19 EST

  
  

• Dawn

  Joe, it's so awesome to see how your ministry has grown over the years. You are improving and changing the lives of youth who are hurting. May you and your wifte be abundantly blessed!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 1:36 EST

  
  

• saskdanserz!

  Good Job Joe! I've told tons of people to vote for you. I'm really rooting for your success!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 2:02 EST

  
  

• S.Dombowsky

  I had no idea I could vote more than once. Now I know.... I will vote daily! Keep it up guys and gals!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 2:25 EST

  
  

• KD

  Actually what the premier says is right. He can't be seen to be favouring one part of the province over the others. However, he could voice his support for all the SK projects, which would be a nice boost.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 2:32 EST

  
  

• Czort

  Okay this is the final leg of this part of the race, so let's vote and tell everyone to vote that you know! Come on Moose Jaw let's get a kitchen for Joe! If anyone deserves it it is him!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 2:41 EST

  
  

• Jay K.

  Windsor, Ontario just gave you 9 votes with more to come. Good Luck and God Bless Joe! www.type2bipolarshow.com
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 3:57 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  DON'T FORGET TO COME TO VOLTAGE... Saskatchewan's Largest Chem-Free New Years Eve Party For Teens. Don't get drunk this New Years...hangout with us and 500 other youth and actually remember it!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 5:30 EST

  
  

• JS

  Thanks to http://rodpedersen.blogspot.com/ "A Tweet from our friends at Country 100.7 FM in Moose Jaw: Jim Strom from Country 100 here. Adam Geiger suggested maybe you'd tweet - we need a boost in votes. www.joesplaceyouthcentre.ca. Please check out that site and give our buddies in the Jaw a vote like I did." Thanks, Rod (the Voice of the Riders and Pats)!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 6:08 EST

  
  

• mike

  Great intiative! Love the work your doing with the kids. Here is some support from acf1789 Second Act. We work with high school kids, helping them stay engaged and avoid the problems that comes with dropping out of school. Best of luck! I'll be voting for your guys too!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 6:20 EST

  
  

• brad

  I'm really impressed with the kind of support that Joe's is getting. It would be nice to see it turn into a few more votes, but obviously Joe's is making a real difference in Moose Jaw and people are recognizing that. Thanks for your sacrifices Joe, Karen, and staff!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 6:35 EST

  
  

• bjohns

  Dear judges, If you are reading this, please know that Joe's Place plays a significant role in making our city a better place. What Joe has done over the last 15 years is amazing and your support for this project would leverage what has already been developed to multiply the good things that happen here all the time. Thanks for considering this very worthy cause, and a project that is well developed and has so much local support already.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:09 EST

  
  

• JS

  Bridget of Moose Jaw e-mailed a request to Country 100..."For all the people at Joe's Place and all the people who have been voting for this great cause!! Keep voting!" Thanks, Bridget!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:10 EST

  
  

• jb

  Hey, I agree with bjohns. This isn't just some vague idea or a hairbrained scheme "cooked up" over the weekend (pun intended). This is a solid organization that's proven it can take grants and donations and use them responsibly to help get youth back on track. They also have a bunch of stuff in place already and this money would be the final piece to put it all in place. That's money well spent if you ask me.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:16 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Hey Joe's. Last week I thought you had a lock on a top 25 placing. The races have tightened considerably. There are many deserving projects but I'd like to see you finish in the top 25 and have a shot. I'm sending a vote from PEI/Camp Triumph acf3435. I'll pass it on and see if we can get some more votes going your way these last few days. Best of Luck and Merry Christmas.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:20 EST

  
  

• jonny eds

  Joe's Place is awesome! Keep it up!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:23 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Heard perhaps you could use a hand. I like what you're trying to do (and what you are all ready doing)! Stopping by from Camp Triumph with a vote (acf3435) and will make a point to get back the next couple of days. Feel free to leave a note on our message board if you think it might help. Good Luck.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:34 EST

  
  

• FAITH

  We are trusting in theLord that He will provide this money for Joe's Place! Keeping you in our prayers and voting every day! :)
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:36 EST

  
  

• bigdog687

  I just saw the video you guys put together for this thing! Really makes it clear what your project is about!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:41 EST

  
  

• hickorysmoke

  were is this video?
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:43 EST

  
  

• bigdog687

  It's on Youtube. Search 'Hungry for Hope' and you should be able to find it
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 7:50 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  JUST DROPPED TO 26TH We have so many other needs... roof leaking, boiler struggling...this is $50,000 we can't afford to lose. Can everyone e-mail someone and remind them to vote! Last rally for support Tuesday @ 4:30 @ Joe's Place. Joe Dueck
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 10:16 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Best of Luck from PEI and Camp Triumph.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 10:57 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  OK Joe's, time to roll up the sleeves and climb up the ladder a rung or two. Here to lend a hand from Camp Triumph.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 11:05 EST

  
  

• carissa howe

  come on we gotta do this! vote people vote!! lol it would be so nice to have this kitchen!!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 11:33 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  3 Votes of support for Joe's Place from Camp Triumph. Good Luck. See you again tomorrow!
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 11:40 EST

  
  

• Mag

  It ain't over till...it's over. And that ain't for two days. A lot can happen in two days.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 11:45 EST

  
  

• myIsland

  Here's another from Camp Triumph as we enter the final stretch run.
  d�cembre 14, 2009 @ 11:57 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  Rally Time!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 12:11 EST

  
  

• myIsland

  Just heading to bed here on PEI. Might as well get my vote in for today first. Best of Luck for "The Surge!"
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 12:32 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  SUCH A IMPORTANT PLACE!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 1:09 EST

  
  

• Czort

  Come on Moose Jaw and surrounding areas there isn't much time left and we have to win this for Joe!!! Vote! Please!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 1:11 EST

  
  

• once was los

  KEEP VOTING! this place changed my life!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:00 EST

  
  

• kmtysdal

  Such an important place in MJ and area! Keep voting and a big thanks to Joe and all the staff/volunteers!!! Voting from Edmonton!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:03 EST

  
  

• lyle

  Voting from Oklahoma!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:06 EST

  
  

• sister Ross

  Wanted you all to know that Joe's place changed my life for the better! testimony time! Please support this place and change the lives of other for years to come!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:11 EST

  
  

• Jeremy Camp

  What a great Idea!! Love everything i hear and read about you all at joe's place, a friend of mine has been involved there for some time now, wanted to let you know i'm supporting you, we are all praying here in Tennessee!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:15 EST

  
  

• Jake G

  Finally listening to T's facebook posts to me to vote for you guys! California is with you!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:22 EST

  
  

• Maggie G

  Joining the cause! I see how much this means to people!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:26 EST

  
  

• The Rice

  Question, how does Joe's feed People now? it seems you feed people, is it a kitchen that needs reno's or is it about making it big enough to teach and employ youth? voting for you anyways, tired of feeling my "conscience" tell me to do so.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:33 EST

  
  

• AdrienneCamp

  Praying for you guys!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:37 EST

  
  

• izzybell

  Lets go Moose Jaw! We can do this!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:44 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  EVERYONE PLEASE MAKE SOME LAST PHONE-CALLS AND SEND SOME FINAL E-MAILS -Joe
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 7:34 EST

  
  

• srg

  The Rice, they have no kitchen, but they hold regular events involving meals/banquets. Food is cooked off-site and carried in by volunteers, then dishes are carried off-site to be washed. Just having a kitchen would be a blessing in terms of serving the youth, but that kitchen would be used for so much more....they could use it to create sustainable funding for Joe's by holding such things as fundraising lunches as well as teaching the youth new work skills, etc. Thanks for voting :)
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 7:59 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  PEI/Camp Triumph supporter acf3435
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 8:19 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Best of Luck with you project. Bringing 3 votes from PEI.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 8:27 EST

  
  

• Rachie

  Camp Triumph camper vote. I really like your cause and you so need a new kitchen!!!! Go Joe's Place!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 8:29 EST

  
  

• medlock45

  I THINK ANYTHING THAT WILL HELP YOUTH,S STAY OFF THE STREETS, IS GOOD FOR THE CITY. YOU HAVE MY VOTE FOR A NEW KITCHEN.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 9:09 EST

  
  

• .g llehctim

  VOTE FOR JOES PLACE WE CAN DO THIS SO KEEP BRINGING IN THE VOTES
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 9:18 EST

  
  

• .g llehctim

  !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 9:19 EST

  
  

• IslandRed

  Sitting here having a cuppa Joe and bringing 4 votes for Joe's Place from Camp Triumph. Looks like a great project. Good Luck.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 9:28 EST

  
  

• JS

  Our fearless leader, Joe, just did three early morning interviews. Thanks to Country 100, Mix 103 and 800 CHAB for getting the message out. We're getting votes from Nova Scotia, PEI, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and California! Thasnk for those! What we need is a pile more votes from Moose Jaw! C'MON, live up to your motto, do something "surprisingly unexpected"!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 9:59 EST

  
  

• wyotie

  go joe's. a worthworth, meaning-filled project! always have heard and seen good things about this place. joe and karen have given their life to this...
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 10:23 EST

  
  

• Granny

  Ya gotta believe.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 10:24 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  2 votes from Camp Triumph
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 10:27 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  I sent another round of e-mails to friends last night. Keep reminding people to vote.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:16 EST

  
  

• courtney

  VOTE!!!!!! this place has changed so many lives!!! and they need our help to change more!!!!! VOTE!!!!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:39 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Here to feed the need for votes so Joe's Place can feed the hungry with a more appropriate kitchen. Honestly I don't know how you've managed, obviously a lot of dedicated staff, volunteers and supporters. I commend you. Just think all the other projects you can tackle when your workers don't have to be preparing food offsite and transporting the food and subsequent dirty dishes back and forth. Best of Luck. We appreciate your support at Camp Triumph. Here to cast my 3 votes for today. Just 1 more to go!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:43 EST

  
  

• Kaidee

  We can do this people. Let's work together to get to 16,000 votes by this evening.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:52 EST

  
  

• Rugby Mom

  Bringing my list of votes over from Building a Lodge for Camp Triumph to help out an idea that appears to be coming from the same place as ours - for the kids! I'm very impressed with your plans and hope you are successful - our Youth are so important! Good luck!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 12:52 EST

  
  

• Daystar

  Thank you to Camp Triumph supporters, may the Lord bless you for your kindness! And thanks to all who have pulled together to support this very worthwhile cause to support our next precious next generation, the youth - what affects them affects us. Remember to pray - for them and for Joe's Place.God bless you all.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 12:59 EST

  
  

• Plouffer

  To respond to Rice: Joe's Place feeds youth every week because of our amazing volunteers who cook delicious home cook meals from their homes or local churches. They then transport the food in large crock pots across town. We wash dishes by boiling water and then washing the dishes in large rubbermaid bins. We need a kitchen because this is not ideal, but also we have dreams of expanding hope to more youth....watch our video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3qyUPnUWQY
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 1:04 EST

  
  

• tyler

  Good luck Joe's Place!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 1:10 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Just Do IT! Good Luck from Camp Triumph acf3435.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 1:52 EST

  
  

• geojibby

  I voted! IS|XC –-|-– NI|KA!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:18 EST

  
  

• tesmith22

  I voted!!!! :) And I have been voting since I found out about it! I have never been there or anything, but I have heard soooo many good things about what Joe is doing for the youth in Moosejaw, and I really support that idea. I think it's awesome that he's able to do so much good for young people. Keep up the great work guys!!!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:39 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  • The wonderful comments and support from all across the country are simply amazing. Who would have thunk??? The networking and sharing and encouragement among communities has been beyond words and truly inspiring! Sure, there is the element of reaching out and trying to secure votes so that the special project that is near and dear to each of us makes it into the top 25 - the money will certainly go a long way to ensuring the project becomes a reality. But it goes much beyond that - way, way beyond actually. I suspect the individuals that get involved with these endeavors have a sense of community, commitment and caring for their fellow human beings. There are a number of worthy projects and good people and supporters connected to each. There has been a real sense of camaraderie, a bonding that has occurred, a spirit of giving and being able to help; to be able to make a difference. Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, it is what Christmas is really about.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:43 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Sorry, too long winded................It may only be coincidental that the final days of the contest are at this time of year but I like to think it is providence. Merry Christmas everyone from PEI/Camp Triumph.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 2:43 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Yeah Baby! Just finished exams and stopping by to drop off 4 votes from Camp Triumph, before heading out to do a little celebrating. Come Friday morning here's hoping we all have something bigger to celebrate, with top 25 finishes. Until then keep working hard and thanks for your support. Best of Luck Joe's Place.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 3:39 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  MAIN STREET RUSH HOUR RALLY... IN A BLIZZARD... 4:30... See you here! Joe Dueck
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 3:51 EST

  
  

• alexc12

  VOOOTTEEEE
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 4:07 EST

  
  

• friendofjoes

  It is obvious to all that Joe is passionate about youth. Thanks for your untiring effort and perseverance to see this project happen!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 4:21 EST

  
  

• Belle

  Greetings from the Thirsty Church ACF#1612 to say thank you for your support. We have been visiting you all along the way, as from the beginning we felt a connection as you are 'Hungry' and we are 'Thirsty'; however, we have not left a note each time we came to vote, as we feel each entry's page is for the purpose of promoting their own project. Before the voting ends and the comments disappear, we wanted to let you know that and how much we appreciated Justin's comment that he hopes we get our plumbing, as we likewise hope you get your kitchen. We are a tiny community of about 100 people and are working our tales off to stay in the top 25. If you have an extra second to vote to help us save this little non-denominational Church, it will be much appreciated. Thank you & Merry Christmas:)
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 4:33 EST

  
  

• Lion

  This is Christmas at it's best! Great idea to have this contest. It really gets people thinking outside of themselves. This is what it is all about!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:03 EST

  
  

• Apple2

  Okay you guys are now hungry and freezing. Talk about determination - rallying for votes in -40C and a blizzard. Way to go, we are voting!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:06 EST

  
  

• JS

  Thanks to singer AMY NELSON of Regina for voting for Joe's Place! Amy will be on the Saskatchewan Country Music Showcase on Country 100, Jan. 3rd. Thanks to other Showcasers who have lent their support to this great project. Guess what...I'm off now to join other volunteers as we serve food to youth from our non-kitchen, soon-to-be real kitchen with your voting help.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:09 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Good Luck from Camp Triumph supporter. Glad to see you climbing back into the thick of things today.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:19 EST

  
  

• nsbrian

  Out in the snow! Visit our website @ www.joesplaceyouthcentre.ca to view pics of our last rally!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:20 EST

  
  

• stevensk

  Joe's Place you are awesome!!!! I have gone their on a couple of occasions with my youth group and all the people are really friendly and accepting of everyone. It's like one great big family! Super fantastic place,program, and people!!!!!!! Vote for JOE's!!!!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:35 EST

  
  

• buddy holly

  Rock the vote baby!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:44 EST

  
  

• a.tp.s@hotma

  Hi from W.I.N.G.S we have voted for you and hope that you will vote for us to help us stay in the TOP 25..I am one of the teen moms in this home and this home has changed my life and got me off the streets and helped me get my high school education and given me a chance to be a good mom to my son. please vote for us and you will be helping many other pregnant teens to stay off the streets and stop doing drugs and becoming a great mother. Marion is a wonderufl woman who has opened up her home and helped us so much she needs this funding in order to grow and help lots of other girls... please help us. our number is acf1791
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 6:57 EST

  
  

• Mac

  Go Joe!!! Love you guys, you can do it!!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 7:00 EST

  
  

• justme42

  just dropped in from the east coast to break the tie..go go go..good luck
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 7:59 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  O.K. Joe's Place - time to get busy cooking up some votes! I don't have a recipe for you but can provide a couple of main ingredients - VOTES!!! Good luck from PEI - Camp Triumph.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 9:36 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Camp Triumph Supportes. Here's hoping we both end up in the top 25! Best of Luck!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 10:07 EST

  
  

• melmoon

  I am asking my kids at school tomorrow to help support your idea, we have been actively voting for ideas for Mayerthorpe and High River as they are the only Alberta ideas and the kids can relate to rebuilding a playgorund and rebuilding our recreation centre which was lost to fire. I wish I would have taken the time to read your idea before now - I apologize. I was skimming through looking at the ideas in the 20-30 range and seeing if there was an idea that we could help support and get into the finals and yours is one I am adding to the list. I hope this helps you. If you go to the Mayerthorpe Idea you will see I am also asking all our voters to take the time to toss one your way. Good luck!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:00 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  4 votes from PEI. Camp Triumph appreciates your support.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:20 EST

  
  

• g burgess

  2 votes from Edson via Mayerthorpe coming over neighbor. Good luck Merry Merry!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:29 EST

  
  

• Moon13

  here's the 6th new vote from my family.... an outstanding project!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:29 EST

  
  

• smitty

  My votes are for all of you in the top 60.,realizing that not everyone will make the top 25. I am so amazed by all the comments in all of the categories and ideas. Every idea is deserving of support. This has brought so many communities together to support each other's ideas. Let's all vote for each other tomorrow. Thank you to Aviva for creating this opportunity. I know the lasting alliances and friendships between our communities can go on, long after the voting ends. Let us take time to reflect, not only on our effort for our own ideas, but for everyone who has supported our ideas, friends, family, neighbours, etc. Thank you.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:36 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Thanks for your support and votes for Camp Triumph.
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:48 EST

  
  

• Sweet

  Sending 30 hopeful votes to your cause from Mayerthorpe acf2082 :o)
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:58 EST

  
  

• Jim

  It's kind of sad...this is all coming to an end, this part of the contest, tomorrow. There has been a lot of time put into this by a lot of people. Especially our leader, Joe. An amazing dynamo of a guy. Totally respected by the youth. I remarked to my wife at last Friday's banquet...notice how the kids quiet down when Joe gets up to speak. It's deserved respect. Joe cares deeply for these young people and they know it. They are what this is all about. We fed about 50 youth tonight out of our non-kitchen. The new kitchen is going to be great. But it's the kids that really matter. Thanks to all of you for your support. Keep voting tomorrow!
  d�cembre 15, 2009 @ 11:58 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Running out of time to say this... MERRY CHRISTMAS & DON'T GET DRUNK THIS NEW YEARS! Come to VOLTAGE... Saskatchewan's Largest Chem-Free New Years Eve Party For Teens. Only $10. 8pm - 6am Joe
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:06 EST

  
  

• soopahteecha

  Joe, been watching your progress since you started off in that little apartment on Main St... I have never met you or been in your "place" but have had students who speak the world of you. Keep up the great job. God smiles at you daily!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:09 EST

  
  

• flavinoid

  So the last day of voting begins. Regardless of how this turns out, you've done a great job Joe!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:15 EST

  
  

• g burgess

  2 more from Edson via Mayerthorpe!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:20 EST

  
  

• fluffythecat

  Props to Joe and his crew.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:28 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  We're into the final home stretch, Camp Triumph has appreciated all the support you've shown and your votes. Here's hoping we meet in the winner's circle!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:50 EST

  
  

• shorty

  7 votes coming from mayerthorpe
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:55 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  VOTING AND PRAYING!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:39 EST

  
  

• Tarzan

  YEAH, lets show them how much we love this place! Joes!!!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:43 EST

  
  

• Jackyl

  I LOVE JOES!! here is my last time i get to vote! ( i think ), God bless your worthy cause on this last day of voting!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:46 EST

  
  

• Jadee

  THANKS EVERYONE for voting for Joe's, we need your help!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:50 EST

  
  

• ND

  Wahooooo....here we go!!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:54 EST

  
  

• Jeremy Camp

  Here is my comment, God Bless Joe's Place, and tell Creech we all love him!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:54 EST

  
  

• Jake G

  What Camp said!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:58 EST

  
  

• AdrienneCamp

  Ditto, God Bless!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:03 EST

  
  

• The Rice

  Joes Place, I think i get it now, You got my support!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:08 EST

  
  

• Maggie G

  I took the time to vote, know that many people believe in you guys!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:14 EST

  
  

• once was los

  I love you Joe's Place, Lets show those Judges how many people you've helped already, worth your investment!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:20 EST

  
  

• lyle

  Here is my vote Joe, you deserve it!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:23 EST

  
  

• sister Ross

  Sister Ross is suporting you, its in the lord's hands now. i love you all!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:28 EST

  
  

• TheCreech

  HEY GUYS, thanks, great to see you supporting Joe's, sorry if i emailed you too much, i'm ok with it though. you'll get over it ;)
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:34 EST

  
  

• myIsland

  Lots of work to do today to get us back into the top 25 but I believe in our supporters and trusting we'll be with you when the prizes are being handed out. Take Care Everyone.It's been a Blast! I going to miss it. Merry Christmas to all from PEI - CAMP TRIUMPH. (acf3435)
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 8:08 EST

  
  

• justme42

  justme42from East coast sending some votes your way.Good Luck and God Bless.Merry Christmas all
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 9:26 EST

  
  

• hope

  Hope = hanging on patiently expecting. We've been bouncing back and forth between 23 and 24! Nerve-wracking! Call a friend! Call your mom! Get them to vote! This is it! 10:00 Moose Jaw time tonight. For a new kitchen. For the youth. Thanks to the 3 local Golden West radio stations for having it on the news this morning. Thanks to www.discovermoosejaw.com for a direct link from their site to the voting site. Thanks to everyone who's hanging on patiently expecting and voting.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 9:41 EST

  
  

• garryzuck

  Good luck Joes Place - your organization is very essential to help the younger people whom are experiencing difficulties.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 9:42 EST

  
  

• Daystar

  Just amazed at all the support expressed by so many supporters for each others' ideas! There sure is a lot of love in Canada! May God bless everyone of the organizations represented, and all the people who have pulled together to make this a truly incredible experience!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:01 EST

  
  

• roly

  praying for joe's place from out in the gravelbourg, kelstern, coderre area may god bless all that is involved
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:19 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  ALL OUR YOUTH READING THIS... HAVE A SAFE CHRISTMAS... Don't give up over this Christmas season. Even though we're closed for a little while, we're still here for you and love you all. Don't do anything you'll regret! Stay sober this season and we'll see you at VOLTAGE on New Years Eve. Joe
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:51 EST

  
  

• Tara

  DROPPED TO 24th SPOT!!! Don't ease up now - vote, vote, vote! Remember, only the top 25 make it to the final round. After all your hard work I'd hate to see Joe's Place not make it to the finals! PLEASE - tell everyone you know to vote vote vote... NOW! There's only approx. 13 hours left to vote!!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:15 EST

  
  

• Loraxx

  This place mean a lot to my good friend Deidre, who moved from Ontario just to live out her dream to help, love and support all of the kids who come here and the place itself! Go Joes place!!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:58 EST

  
  

• banker

  I'm glued to the computer screen! Watching our progress. Hoping and praying! I already voted, but I'm going on Twitter trending topics and blip.fm asking for others to vote. For those unaware, Joe's Place puts on Voltage, a New Year's alternative for several hundred teens in our town. Always an exciting event. keeping many of our youth from doing that night what they might regret. Just another one of the many services Joe's Place offers the youth. Talked with my daughter-in-law in Vancouver...she's been voting daily! Do you have relatives and or friends you can call and remind?
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:25 EST

  
  

• SKgirl

  Wow, so much support and enthusiasm! You have put some effort into this--you folks spear-heading this campaign sure know how to give´er, eh? Noo doobt aboot it! :-) It is an undeniably worthy cause, but your energy and unflagging enthusiasm for this project has stirred up so much support! I bet more people know more about Joe´s Place than 8 weeks ago.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 12:47 EST

  
  

• medlock45

  I THINK THIS IS A GREAT IDEA.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:01 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Signing Off From Camp Triumph. See you in the winner's circle:-)
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:13 EST

  
  

• JKL

  Joe, we're cheering for you. Voting daily for you and supporting your ministry in prayer. Every time we pass your place on Main, we are amazed at what God is doing in the lives of the youth of our city. You NEED a kitchen in order to continue to minister to them, to train them in new areas, to offer a coffee shop we all can use, possibly, giving us a touching point between us olders and the youngers of our city! Blessings!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:23 EST

  
  

• JKL

  I also wanted to applaud you as being that "safe place" for ALL youth. One mother could not locate her son one evening and finally went down to Joe's Place where he was safe and enjoying his peers. No excuse for his not letting Mom know where he was, so he was in a bit of trouble, but he wasn't in the kind of trouble he could have been otherwise! Thanks for being there! When she spoke to you, you listened and promised to help. Thanks again from a friend of this family.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:27 EST

  
  

• wanttohelp

  I stopped in at Joe's Place for the first time this summer during Side Walk Days, and was really impressed with the excitement, and attitude that everyone had. It surely is amazing what you have accomplished thus far. I'm hoping you win. ( I' ve voted ! ) COME ON MOOSE JAW LETS SUPPORT A WORTHY CAUSE !! Merry Christmas to All of You.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:40 EST

  
  

• rycrofts

  A vote for Joe's Place from your neighbor in Northern Alberta. Keep voting!!! Good luck.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:42 EST

  
  

• agoodnough

  Looking at how far Joe's Place has come and thousands of lives it has touched...makes me proud to be from Moose Jaw!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 1:46 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Making my final rounds with votes from Camp Triumph for "Our Supported Ideas". Hard to believe it's all over. Best of Luck, Joe's Place and Thank You.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 2:49 EST

  
  

• voice

  Best of luck Joe's !! While I hope you make the top 25, my wish for you is that you get your kitchen. Happy holidays from a Second Act (acf1789) supporter!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 3:14 EST

  
  

• bellboy

  A message of thanks and a vote from Thirsty Church to Hungry For Hope. While I have not used comment space to tell you every time I have voted, I want to wish you well with your worthy project. Thank you for your notes of encouragement and your votes for the Thirsty Church. We have been supporting you too. I place this last vote in honour of my relatives, the Saskatchewan Tooles. The Thirsty Church would like to keep in touch and invite you to email us at thirstychurch@gmail.com Let us know how your project is going. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 3:16 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Camp Triumph supporter - acf3435. Thanks for your support. Much appreciated and Best of Luck.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 3:48 EST

  
  

• Bud

  Now let's all vote Joe Dueck for mayor! He is an amazing guy with passion and vision. Moose Jaw is a better city because of him.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 5:49 EST

  
  

• Hockeymom

  Hey my plan worked and my kids at school have put through over 150votes from your project today, hopefully you can return the favor and vote for Out of the Ashes for Mayerthorpe's Arena Rebuild Project which was lost in a fire. Our kids have no recreation facilities outside of school sports which are not available to all kids. Please considering throwing one vote our way. Have a great Christmas! We really hope you get a piece of the pie. When I read the project out loud to the kids they all had no problem supporting you!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 5:59 EST

  
  

• brad

  I just want to say that Joe Dueck deserves a great deal of thanks for all the work he puts into Joe's Place. Every city and town could use a few more people like him. Thanks Joe for everything you do for the youth of Moose Jaw! Brad Doerksen
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:05 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Here's hoping by this time next year you'll be preparing Christmas meals in your new kitchen. Perhaps Joe would like to come cook at our Camp Triumph someday? Best of luck and thanks for the votes. (OH Yeah, here's 3 votes too).
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:27 EST

  
  

• risen

  risen God bless you all, may God's spirit be poured out upon the youth and many saved, and set free by the King of Kings Jesus.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:28 EST

  
  

• Lydia

  I have a lot of respect for a man(Joe Dueck) who has literally almost died and dedicated most of his life to youth!!! His passion and faith are truly an inspiration!!!! Joe does everything he can to create hope for so many youth from all over.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:46 EST

  
  

• Lion

  Let's not just leave it to Joe but let his passion ignite within us for serving others.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:48 EST

  
  

• Apple2

  Sad this is coming to an end - it's so great to be part of making something happen!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:50 EST

  
  

• Banana2

  Last vote- now all that remains is faith, hope and love and the greatest of these is love.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 6:54 EST

  
  

• redips

  PLease vote-they need the support
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 7:34 EST

  
  

• pepsi

  Good Luck Too You, You've got my vote!! I think it's great what your doing. Take Care & God Bless You All
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 7:36 EST

  
  

• Kent

  Heard it on the radio several times today..."All I need is a miracle, all I need is you (that part of a song followed by)...vote for Joe's Place!" And an explanation of the need for everyone to vote. The important thing to do now and in the upcoming hours till 11:00 tonight, since we've already voted, is to do what the politicians do...GOTV...get out the vote. How do we do that? E-mail friends. Call friends. Ask them if they voted. Be bold. Call them. Don't leave any stone unturned. 100 people reading this calling 100 friends equals 100 votes. It ain't over till...till 11:00!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 7:37 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  Kent is very right. THIS IS NOT OVER! There are only a few votes separating 10 groups so a big surge could still knock us out....PLUS the higher we place the better the chances of the judges awarding us the money. Who can you call or e-mail. Only one day left to be annoying! Joe
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 7:55 EST

  
  

• Czort

  Just drove downtown and saw a young man holding up a sign that read "Vote for Joe's Place". I honked! I have voted everyday since the contest started! It is such a good cause and we have to do all we can to help Joe out! So if you have a vote left do not forget to use it! Tell your friends to vote! Last chance! Good Luck Joe!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 7:55 EST

  
  

• Supporter

  God IS ABLE to do exceeding abundantly above all we can ask or think! We think we need a Miracle and we know God can do it! Vote Joe"s Place!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 8:20 EST

  
  

• franco_cappo

  The truly amazing and exciting thing is that the votes are coming an almost 2/3 of our cities population.... We are running hard behind you Joe. God alone knows the heart of man. He can work all things out for those who trust in him. GO JOE's PLACE!!!! Way to go Moose Jaw!!!!!!!!! Our youth are worth it!!!!!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 8:32 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Thanks from Camp Triumph and PEI. Keep pulling us along with you (and we'll keep pushing you - but PLEASE keep your foot of the brake on that BUS!!!!!!!!!!!!) : )
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 8:57 EST

  
  

• Cindy

  Wow - keep it up!! The count down is on!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 9:04 EST

  
  

• Cindy

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• LauraBee

  I have never seen a group so committed to helping young people, especially those at risk, fulfill dreams they never thought they'd ever fulfill.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:33 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  I suppose everyone at Joe's is hard at voting, working up an appetite! Just under 2 hours of voting left. I sitting here sipping a medicinal, trying to stay calm. Whose heading to bed before 12AM EST? I thought not! Keep voting and supporting. It's heart warming to see the support we've been given today at Camp Triumph. Things are looking more promising than they did at this time last night, but as Yogi Berra said, "it ain't over til it's over", so we need to continue working hard, making sure everyone we know has voted today. I agree with triumph - please send support to our friends and dedicated supporters at Gabriola Island, acf3958, and The Thirsty Church, acf1612. Hopefully we can all hold our positions in the Top 25. Once again Thanks to all our supporters and Best of Luck. May we all be blessed with a spot in the TOP 25.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:34 EST

  
  

• liz

  Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who has voted. I heard Joe and crew were on CTV local news tonight. Missed that. :( Thanks, CTV, for letting people know about this work that's been going on for 15 years among the youth of Moose Jaw. Hey, if you're ever in the Jaw, come on by 402 Main Street North. Joe gives excellent tours! He might even let you climb the huge climbing wall. Why's that there? To give the youth a challenge and a chance to excel at something. There's a purpose behind everything that's done there. Even the kitchen! Not to just to feed. Also to train!
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:35 EST

  
  

• The Dirk

  Sometimes it takes a little while to get the word out, but Joe worked hard to get the word out about this project and the people of Moose Jaw have come through with their votes the last couple of days. I think this shows that the citizens of this fine city value what Joe's Place does to improve the city through the lives of it's young people. Blessings on you Joe and Moose Jaw.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:39 EST

  
  

• smileyboy

  I can't begin to tell you how much I've enjoyed this whole process. A big thank you to Aviva for allowing us to get the good word out about what Joe's Place is doing for our city (and beyond). Do you know that many of our volunteers are college students who work with our youth here and later leave and become involved in similar youth works elsewhere? This work, in its fifteen years of operation, has had a profound widespread effect. Is there anyone you should be calling right now to encourage them to vote?
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 10:52 EST

  
  

• jacks

  LOVE YOU ALL
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:07 EST

  
  

• kim

  We're in the home stretch now. Good work Joe, someday you will get the Order of Canada for everything you do to make our country better.
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:12 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  A HUGE THANKS TO ALL OUR VOTERS. Also to…AVIVA, Jim Strom @ Country 100, Mix 103 and 800 CHAB, and all the great country artists who answered the call, Shaw Cable, the Times Herald, The Brent Show 650 CKRM, Newstalk, CTV, Corey Doak, our Mayor and Councilors, Murray’s Signs, GVP, the Moose Jaw Warriors, the Optimists, CMA, 90&9, Briercrest, Millar and Eston Colleges, Moose Jaw’s churches, churches from Regina, Saskatoon, Caronport, Lethbridge, Rosenort, Riverside, Winnipeg and across Canada, my family in MB, Boissevain buddies, the Saskatchewan Dragoons (First In-Last Out), Vanier, Peacock, Riverview, Central, Cornerstone & St. Agnes schools, CAP, AIA, RIC, Oldschool Joe’s Place youth, our staff and amazing volunteers and our fearless Joe’s Place youth who stood outside in -30 weather to rally the votes. Also to my beautiful wife Karen who wrote this project with me. (You are my brain) My kids Abby and Jack who put up with me working so much. I’m sure I’ve missed
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:55 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  some people but a huge thanks to all who made this possible. Joe Dueck
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:56 EST

  
  

• CJH

  Don't forget to check out the Hunger for Hope video joesplaceyouthcentre.ca
  d�cembre 16, 2009 @ 11:59 EST

  
  

• kristivegt

  Was a volunteer for a couple of years and it was the best time ever...I can honestly say, Joe helps to create an atmosphere that makes it possible to connect with youth who would otherwise not be likely open to conversation. I love Joes place. Keep it up Joe! Dave Vegt.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:02 EST

  
  

• clever_girl8

  as we head on into the judging...one of the things they look at is how unique the charity is.....i dont there is any place on earth that has the stories, love hope and adventure of joes place...totally one of a kind
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:11 EST

  
  

• Kendra

  Congrats everybody, we made it! =)
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:12 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Congratulations From PEI - Camp Triumph. Looks Like we Made It! Thank You for your Tremendous Support!
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:12 EST

  
  

• me

  Way to go Joe and team! It looks like 16th place (I think I counted right), so that's a long way up from the 30th place we were in a week and a half ago. No matter what happens with the judging process, I think this was a win! Have a good night sleep, Joe, you deserve it! Steve and Marnie
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:17 EST

  
  

• Jim

  What a roller coaster ride this has been! But it's been worth it though, right Joe? Worth it for you, Joe. What an awesome dude you are. Worth it for the workers, the volunteers, the supporters. And worth it for the young people. Young people like a certain guy who has just started coming. I can see such potential in him! Young people like the girl who showed up at the Christmas banquet who we haven't seen in a while because she moved out of town. She's part of the Joe's Place family. It IS family. And I love the whole bunch of you! And I thank God for giving us this Christmas miracle.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:22 EST

  
  

• Cindy

  Yes, I agree! It was a win either way; a great way to see the impact this organization has had on so many lives and to see the supporters rally together to make this happen.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:23 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  An extra special thanks to Jim Strom. I can't keep up with you man! You are a machine! Do you have to shave your head? Joe
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:39 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  A HUGE THANKS TO ALL OUR VOTERS. Also to…AVIVA, Jim Strom @ Country 100, Mix 103 and 800 CHAB, and all the great country artists who answered the call, Shaw Cable, the Times Herald, The Brent Show 650 CKRM, Newstalk, CTV, Corey Doak, our Mayor and Councilors, Murray’s Signs, GVP, the Moose Jaw Warriors, the Optimists, CMA, 90&9, Briercrest, Millar and Eston Colleges, Moose Jaw’s churches, churches from Regina, Saskatoon, Caronport, Lethbridge, Rosenort, Riverside, Winnipeg and across Canada, my family in MB, Boissevain buddies, the Saskatchewan Dragoons (First In-Last Out), Vanier, Peacock, Riverview, Central, Cornerstone & St. Agnes schools, CAP, AIA, RIC, Oldschool Joe’s Place youth, our staff and amazing volunteers and our fearless Joe’s Place youth who stood outside in -30 weather to rally the votes. Also to my beautiful wife Karen who wrote this project with me. (You are my brain) My kids Abby and Jack who put up with me working so much. I’ve missed some I know! Joe
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 12:51 EST

  
  

• megpie

  Congratulations Joe's Place. Camp Triumph was cheering you on!! This girl from Saskatchewan now living in Nova Scotia salutes you and the wonderful work you do! Megan from Camp Triumph.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 7:30 EST

  
  

• Rugby Mom

  Congrats Joe's Place! It was fast and furious voting last night (well, maybe not fast - wasn't the site slow?!) but I'm so happy to see that we have both made it into the finals. Thanks for the support. I don't envy the judges - how to choose between so many worthy ideas? I am also a girl from Saskatchewan - and Megpie's sister :O) - now living in Nova Scotia. Have a wonderful Christmas!
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 8:38 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Congratulations on making the TOP 25! I'm sure there is much rejoicing at Joe's Place today and in Moose Jaw; deservedly so! We will be forever grateful for your kind words and support. Best of Luck in the judging round......... Congratulations Camp Triumph Suporters. Our project made it into the TOP 25 thanks to the wonderful support we received from Islanders, Maritimers and many newfound friends from across Canada. A mere Thank You to our supporters and voters hardly seems to suffice but please know how much your efforts are deeply appreciated
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 10:07 EST

  
  

• amberdawn3

  Congrats Joe's Place!!! I will continue to keep my fingers crossed! What an amazing show of support - and you all deserve it! Even without a win it's amazing to see the community come together for such a great cause!! Keep up the great work over there :)
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 11:20 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  ALSO THANKS TO www.discovermoosejaw.com, www.discoveryourministry.com & www.briercrest.ca. Sorry I missed my thanks to you. Joe Dueck
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 11:33 EST

  
  

• IslandRed

  Congratulations on making the top 25. Your supporters are to be commended. Best of Luck from Camp Triumph in the judging round.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 11:45 EST

  
  

• IslandRed

  A special thank you to Joe's Place. Thanks for your support. Good Luck. Merry Christmas!
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 11:48 EST

  
  

• voice

  Congratulations Joe's from 2nd Act! Just remember, this is just the first step on the long road of change. Whatever obstacles come your way, meet them head-on full of passion, conviction, and never-ending determination! Just reading through your comments, it is so clear to see the tremendous support you have around you, in your community, and across the country. Use it, never look back, and make it happen!!!
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 1:35 EST

  
  

• Michelle

  Congratulations Joe! From Windsor Ontario www.type2bipolarshow.com God Bless you and your amazing heart! Merry Christmas to all and to Aviva. Sincerely, Michelle J. Mainwaring and Jason Gale
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 2:02 EST

  
  

• Anonymous

  Congratulations! Joe's Place is obvously dedicated to supporting and improving the lives of young people. You epitomize the phrase" it takes a community to raise a child". The safe environment, nourishment, opportunities and activities you provide youth, will go a long way in raising the next generation of community minded citizens. Your committed volunteers, supporters and community will see this project gets done regardless, but the competition certainly provides a welcome opportunity for much need funds for our organizations. Best of Luck in the judging round and Thank You for being a booster for Camp Triumph when the going got tough.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 5:24 EST

  
  

• saskdanserz!

  Joe's is totally a God thing. It was God's wonderful plan carried out by a wonderful man! This is all going to work out, cause we know that Joe's goal and God's goal are on the same page! His will be done.
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 5:46 EST

  
  

• matt_HD

  Joe's place should win...yeah enough said
  d�cembre 17, 2009 @ 5:48 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  A HUGE THANKS TO ALL OUR VOTERS. Also to…AVIVA, Jim Strom @ Country 100, Mix 103 and 800 CHAB, and all the great country artists who answered the call, Shaw Cable, the Times Herald, The Brent Show 650 CKRM, Newstalk, CTV, Corey Doak, our Mayor and Councilors, Murray’s Signs, GVP, the Moose Jaw Warriors, the Optimists, CMA, 90&9, Briercrest, Millar and Eston Colleges, Moose Jaw’s churches, churches from Regina, Saskatoon, Caronport, Lethbridge, Rosenort, Riverside, Winnipeg and across Canada, my family in MB, Boissevain buddies, the Saskatchewan Dragoons (First In-Last Out), Vanier, Peacock, Riverview, Central, Cornerstone & St. Agnes schools, CAP, AIA, RIC, Oldschool Joe’s Place youth, our staff and amazing volunteers and our fearless Joe’s Place youth who stood outside in -30 weather to rally the votes. Also to my beautiful wife Karen who wrote this project with me. (You are my brain) My kids Abby and Jack who put up with me working so much. I’ve missed some I know! Joe
  d�cembre 19, 2009 @ 5:10 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  ALSO THANKS TO www.discovermoosejaw.com, www.discoveryourministry.com & www.briercrest.ca. Sorry I missed my thanks to you. Joe Dueck
  d�cembre 19, 2009 @ 5:11 EST

  
  

• Rugby Mom

  If you'd like to keep in touch with your East Coast friends from Camp Triumph, join our Facebook group (search under Camp Triumph) or check out the website at www.camptriumph.ca
  d�cembre 20, 2009 @ 9:00 EST

  
  

• saranm

  The more I hear about Joe's Place, the more impressed I am for you guys, and the more I want you to win! Good luck!
  d�cembre 21, 2009 @ 10:12 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  COUNTDOWN TO VOLTAGE....SASKATCHEWAN'S LARGEST CHEM-FREE NEW YEARS EVE PARTY FOR TEENS. 500 youth attend! See you at Hillcrest on the 31st. To help with set-up call 692-5600. Huge arcade, paintball in the gym, goldfish races, spa, art room, RC cars, & special guests the band Kiros, dance team Refined Undignified and improv team 3 Seconds Left. Joe Dueck
  d�cembre 29, 2009 @ 10:56 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  VOLTAGE ROCKED! 510 youth + volunteer youth and adults= ABOUT 600 IN THE BUILDING. Thanks to all who helped. Thanks Snake Eyes, Spiderman Red & Black, Predator, Gladiators and all special guests. Thanks lighting & tech people and all who donated prizes. Joe Dueck
  janvier 1, 2009 @ 3:57 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  A HUGE THANKS TO ALL OUR VOTERS. Also to…AVIVA, Jim Strom @ Country 100, Mix 103 and 800 CHAB, and all the great country artists who answered the call, Shaw Cable, the Times Herald, The Brent Show 650 CKRM, Newstalk, CTV, Corey Doak, our Mayor and Councilors, Murray’s Signs, GVP, the Moose Jaw Warriors, the Optimists, CMA, 90&9, Briercrest, Millar and Eston Colleges, Moose Jaw’s churches, churches from Regina, Saskatoon, Caronport, Lethbridge, Rosenort, Riverside, Winnipeg and across Canada, my family in MB, Boissevain buddies, the Saskatchewan Dragoons (First In-Last Out), Vanier, Peacock, Riverview, Central, Cornerstone & St. Agnes schools, CAP, AIA, RIC, Oldschool Joe’s Place youth, our staff and amazing volunteers and our fearless Joe’s Place youth who stood outside in -30 weather to rally the votes. Also to my beautiful wife Karen who wrote this project with me. (You are my brain) My kids Abby and Jack who put up with me working so much. I’ve missed some I know! Joe
  janvier 6, 2010 @ 2:40 EST

  
  

• Joe's Place

  ALSO THANKS TO www.discovermoosejaw.com, www.discoveryourministry.com & www.briercrest.ca. Sorry I missed my thanks to you. Joe Dueck CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE It is called "Hungry For Hope: A Joe's Place AVIVA Project."
  janvier 6, 2010 @ 2:42 EST

  
  

• Thom

  Wow the excitement is Building everyone I work with is asking if we have won yet...Many of them have never been to joes place themselves but they have had friends who have gone there and seen how it has helped them and those that have never heard of joes place till this year(those from the philippines) have been hearing the stories of joes place and talking about trying to start a place like this when they get back to the philiines (if there going back)...I cant wait to find out whats going to happen I hope we get it I really would love to see Joes place reach out even more..
  janvier 15, 2010 @ 9:00 EST

  
  

• MJMyrna

  I knew the results were going to be posted in January but I wasn't really keeping close tabs. Saturday night I dreamt that Joe's Place won and got up to check my computer Sunday morning to find out it was almost time for the winners to be announced. I've always thought Joe and Joe's Place were winners. Way to go! Praise the Lord! May the good that Joe's Place does for kids continue for a long, long time. I've seen some of the kids from Joe's Place who were in crisis grow up to become outstanding adults because of the help, friendship and guidance given by Joe's Place staff.. God bless Joe's Place!
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 12:56 EST

  
  

• Rugby Mom

  Yay for Joe's Place! You were in my heart to win :O) We here at Camp Triumph are celebrating as well - keep up the good work!
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 8:23 EST

  
  

• vryder

  Congratulations! Good luck for the future! :)
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 9:09 EST

  
  

• franco_cappo

  Congratulations Joe's Place!!!!! All honour and Glory to our Lord and King!!
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 1:20 EST

  
  

• anne

  CONGRATULATIONS! JOE'S PLACE! YOU DID WIN! THAT IS MOST WONDERFUL! I CAN JUST IMAGINE HOW TOMORROW MORNING WILL GO! WISH WE COULD BE THERE! BUT THE ROADS KEEP US AWAY! LOVE, MOM & PETER
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 2:46 EST

  
  

• sapelak

  Congrats! I'm so happy for you.
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 3:06 EST

  
  

• sun

  Congratulations from Slope Elementary/ BC School for the Deaf, Burnaby School District #41. We hope this will make a huge difference for you as it has done for us.
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 5:01 EST

  
  

• elf

  Congratulations Joe and all who work tirelessly at Joe's Place. I'm excited for you and the new kitchen.
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 5:29 EST

  
  

• plusstuffrus

  Congrats. from one of those who tried but did'nt do too well. It's great for Moose Jaw.
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 6:50 EST

  
  

• jdkid

  rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrroooooooooooooooooooooooooccccccccccccccccccckkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk oooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnn hey im the guy who said sup a little while back (december 10th)
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 9:03 EST

  
  

• g burgess

  Way to go Joes Place. Way to go Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Congrats from Edson, Alberta.
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 9:06 EST

  
  

• michellek

  This is absolutely amazing; more things are wrought by prayer. A lot of work, in particular teamwork, has gone into this and you should all be very proud. Great job in securing national support for your project. Now get cookin'!
  janvier 25, 2010 @ 9:48 EST

  
  

• dhjeremy

  Congrats, Joe and team! This is great news... May the Lord continue to bless you as you serve Him faithfully and tirelessly.
  janvier 26, 2010 @ 7:59 EST

  
  

• Becky

  Congrats! yeah!!
  janvier 27, 2010 @ 6:52 EST

  
  

• inemesit

  Congratulations, Joes Place and also to everyone that voted for them.
  janvier 27, 2010 @ 4:35 EST

  
  

• Jennifer.Gri

  Congratulations again from South Slope/ BCSD! May this win help you to continue all the amazing work you do to make a difference in the lives of kids!
  janvier 28, 2010 @ 11:49 EST

  
  

• Mommy_76

  YES YES YES!!!!!! I called eveyone I knew to let them know that you had won. (Because some have been wondering and don't have the internet, etc.) We are all VERY happy that you won. This is such a great a blessing.
  janvier 28, 2010 @ 2:39 EST

  
  

• Liz Barnett

  Congratulations from Prison Yard Playground. I am pleased to see that you won. Your dedication to help others is admirable. Thank you for doing what you do.
  janvier 28, 2010 @ 7:17 EST

  
  

• IslandRed

  Congratulations on being awarded funding. Well deserved. Thanks for support you lent to Camp Triumph that helped us get into the Top 25 and also be awarded funding to continue building the dream.
  janvier 28, 2010 @ 8:17 EST

  
  

• Lisa Harding

  Congratulations on your very worthy idea! Thank you for making such a positive difference in so many young lives. Keep up the good work. Prison yard playground.
  janvier 29, 2010 @ 2:05 EST

  
  

• megpie

  Congratulations Joe's Place!!! we're thrilled you made it and thank you for all your support for us. Megan and Camp Triump (a former Sasktoon girl!!)
  janvier 29, 2010 @ 9:06 EST

  
  

• Sandra

  Congratulations on becoming a winner in this fabulous and innovative competition. Your project will suport youth in a way that many initiatives cannot. Joe's Place shold be proud of all the kids they are helping. From South Slope/BC School for the Deaf...Make Our Dream a Reality. PS Saw all the happy supporters on Canada AM. Good for you!
  janvier 31, 2010 @ 1:14 EST