Left to right: Gallery President Janet Scruggs, Co-op member Alanna Westerman, and Y Women’s Emergency Shelter General Manager Jacquie Brand. (Image Credit: Amanda Eccleston)

By Elora McCormack

Lost Earring Project

Lost Earring Project raises over $4,000 for Kamloops Women’s Emergency Shelter

Jul 23, 2026 | 1:59 PM

KAMLOOPS — The Kamloops Courthouse Gallery Artisan’s Co-Op announced that its Lost Earring Project has raised $4,058 for the Kamloops Y Women’s Emergency Shelter.

The initiative had community members donating their old jewelry, which was then used by local artists to produce over 250 unique art pieces.

Visitors were invited to view and purchase the pieces, with 50 per cent of the proceeds gong to support the Kamloops Y Women’s Shelter.

“During the month-long event, 68 pieces of artwork found new homes, with the exhibition receiving an enthusiastic response from the community.” said the Kamloops Courthouse Gallery Artisan’s Co-op.

The donation will be used to maintain the shelter’s van and provide travel aid for those in need.

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Gallery President Janet Scruggs and Co-op member Alanna Westerman officially presented the cheque to Jacquie Brand, Y Women’s Emergency Shelter general manager, on Wednesday (July 22).

“We are delighted by the success of the Lost Earring Project,” said the Gallery.

“The incredible variety, creativity and quality of the artwork made the exhibition a memorable experience, and we are grateful to everyone who contributed artwork, attended the exhibition or purchased pieces to help make a meaningful difference in our community.”

by Elora McCormack

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Lost Earring Project raises over $4,000 for Kamloops Women’s Emergency Shelter

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