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Fill the Car For Christmas was a success!

Today we headed over to Elite Auto Centre today at 1:30 pm to give away a (new to her) car today in hopes to brighten up this single mom from Penticton and her 2 daughters day who lost their little 1 year old son and brother Mercury this summer after our Music Industry Golf Tournament.

WE NEVER GAVE UP! 
Thanks to Elite Auto Centre, we finally made it happen. We can’t thank their GM, Mark McCafferty and his team, enough for having it as a top priority. We could tell that they really cared and wanted to make this happen for the family (one heck of a nice guy right there!). Mark actually had it on his office computer home screen as a reminder that it top of the list! Thank you Mark and the awesome team at Elite Auto Centre!

Thanks to Jaylo Auto Parts for finding the vehicle and Napa Auto Parts for supplying the parts and again to Elite Auto Centre for the inspection and putting everything all together for this!

Thank you to Dionne Loewen (Queen Of Credit) and her son Daniel who donated the $500 gift card at Costco. We managed to buy lots of presents for the girls and to FILL THE CAR! <3

Thank you to our great friend who also has a heart of gold, Shannon Henningham, for doing the shopping at Costco for us and also getting the very nice gift for the mom, Cindy, which was kindly donated by Amora Day Spa.

Thank you to our local friends, Calum Hughes who made a donation this summer to our golf tournament and said he had a little more for when we get the vehicle confirmed! Calum Huges from Advance Micro gathered up $250 as well as Nicki Huges from The Orchard Urban Deli for a total of $500 to help pay for her insurance today!

We also had a last minute donation of $200 from Scott & Aura Evans of $200 which will go towards her insurance as well! Thank you so much.

Here’s a glimpse of today’s fun, giving the car and presents to the family. The little girls were sure excited!

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Christmas is about giving and celebrating what we have and what we can do to help others. You all made this a very special day. Merry Christmas everyone and Happy New Year from all of us here at Gonzo Okanagan! <3

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Brad Krauza - Publisher
Brad Krauza – Musician, Publisher & Entrepreneur Brad Krauza is a bassist, vocalist, acoustic guitarist, publisher, promoter, and CEO with more than 35 years of experience in the music and entertainment industry. First and foremost, he proudly considers himself a father, son, brother, and uncle, but music and community have always been at the heart of everything he does. A lifelong performer and passionate music fan, Brad has spent decades on stage delivering high-energy live performances while building a reputation as a tireless promoter and marketing powerhouse within the industry. As a bassist and vocalist, Brad’s love for performing is simple and genuine — he loves to sing, play, and share the experience of live music with audiences. For Brad, live music represents something deeper than entertainment. It’s about connection. The energy exchanged between performers and audiences is what keeps him inspired. “There’s nothing like the energy of live music — from the stage to the seats. When everyone is feeling that same vibe, it’s magic.” — Brad Krauza Over the past three decades, Brad has demonstrated a unique blend of creative vision, compassion, leadership, and strong marketing instincts, helping artists, venues, and events thrive. His work has included concert promotions ranging from local showcases to major international touring acts, including performances featuring artists such as INXS, Randy Travis, Creed, and Anthrax. Beyond performing and promoting, Brad is also the founder and publisher of Gonzo Okanagan, an influential arts, music, and entertainment platform that serves the Okanagan and beyond. Through the platform and its earlier print publication, Gonzo Magazine, Brad has interviewed and featured internationally recognized artists and celebrities including **The Offspring, Nicolas Cage, Drew Barrymore, Steven Spielberg, Angelina Jolie, Adam Sandler, and Martina McBride. Brad’s career has also extended into sales, publishing, marketing, web design, and digital media, all of which complement his lifelong dedication to supporting artists and growing the regional music community. Today, Brad continues to champion live music and creative culture throughout the Okanagan, working to spotlight local artists, promote new music, and bring people together through unforgettable live experiences. His mission remains simple: support the music community, inspire audiences, and keep the spirit of rock & roll alive. “Music is something people need in their lives. If we can help fill people’s cups with great music and positive energy, then we’re doing something right.” Be safe… and let’s ROCK ’N’ ROLL.
fill-the-car-for-christmasToday we headed over to Elite Auto Centre today at 1:30 pm to give away a (new to her) car today in hopes to brighten up this single mom from Penticton and her 2 daughters day who lost their little 1 year old son...

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