Burnaby Boy Raises Funds for Amputees | Mike Bolland Reflects on Volunteering & Podcast Milestone

In this inspiring episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland shares a heartwarming story of a two-year-old Burnaby boy who raised nearly $400 to support fellow amputees. Mike also reflects on his own experiences volunteering at Camp No Limits, where he helped empower children with limb loss to thrive. Finally, Mike celebrates a major milestone for the podcast— reaching 75 episodes! Tune in for moving stories of resilience, community, and the power of giving back.

Camp No Limits: https://www.nolimitsfoundation.org/

Burnaby Boy Raises Funds for Amputees: https://www.burnabynow.com/local-news/this-two-year-old-burnaby-champ-has-raised-nearly-400-for-other-amputees-9519597

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