Off The Rail Brewing Gives Back One Beer at a Time In Raising the Spirits for John Mann of Spirit of the West

Vancouver, BC, Canada. Since launching The Spirit Lifter Pilsner last June, Off The Rail Brewing Co. has donated $14,000 in support of John Mann and his family as he continues his battle with Alzheimer’s. A cheque presentation recently took place at Off The Rail Brewing Co. with John Mann and Jill Daum, band member Geoffrey Kelly and friends and family of the band. 

Since the start of the campaign over a year ago the residents of British Columbia have contributed with an outpouring of support by purchasing a six pack of the Spirit Lifter Pilsner available at all BC liquor stores and licensed retail locations throughout the province. 

Aligning their beer to a cause that is special to their heart was an easy choice for Off The Rail Brewing Co. “Behind the scenes Off The Rail Brewing Co. is busy raising more than a glass of beer to lift someone’s spirits” says Steve Forsyth. 

The relationship with the band dates back when Steve Forsyth and his family owned the legendary Railway Club. In the early days of their career Spirit of the West performed frequently at the venue showcasing their energetic blend of Celtic, Folk and Rock cementing a lifetime of friendship. 

“I have been a dyed in the wool German pilsner loving snob most of my beer drinking life. The notion that a craft brewer could persuade me otherwise was laughable. Not only have Off The Rail succeeded in doing this they have also helped support the ongoing care of my dear friend and bandmate John Mann. For both of these things I am deeply grateful. Prost!” Geoffrey Kelly (SOTW) 

 

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Off The Rail Brewing Company Extends Fundraising Efforts with The Spirit Lifter Pilsner in Support of John Mann of Spirit of the West

Vancouver, BC, Canada. If you want your community to support you, you need to support your community. Off The Rail Brewing did just that by tapping into their hearts, malts and hops and producing a limited-edition craft beer called The Spirit Lifter Pilsner in support of John Mann of the iconic Canadian band Spirit of The West and his struggles with Alzheimer’s. 

Since its launch in June, the support has been overwhelming from across the province of British Columbia and the country. Off The Rail Brewing recently donated $10,000 to The Mann family in support of the fundraiser, raising more than just their spirits. 

“Getting a beer named after John and the band, is definitely one of John’s top life highlights!” says Jill Dougherty. We are exceedingly grateful to Off the Rail Brewing and all the friends and folks out there doing the heavy Spirit Lifting. John is receiving excellent care with the proceeds from the beer. We (his family) raise our glasses to everyone who is helping out, with a giant thanks and a resounding “Cheers.” 

“The Spirit Lifter Pilsner has surpassed all expectations” says Steve Forsyth founder of Off The Rail Brewing. “We are thrilled to announce that because of the benevolence from the community the Spirit Lifter Pilsner will continue to be available at all BC liquor stores and licensed retail locations throughout the province of British Columbia until March 2019.” 

The brewery’s mantra of “Better Beer for the Greater Good” takes it to a whole new level when giving back and making a difference. You can call it liquid philanthropy but when it works there is nothing better. 

 

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Off The Rail Brewing Company Launches “Spirit Lifter” Pilsner In Support of John Mann of Spirit of the West and His Fight with Alzheimer’s

Vancouver, BC, Canada | For over three decades Spirit of The West entertained us all with their blend of folk, celtic, rock and pop music becoming one of Canada’s most successful, influential and socially conscious bands. In 2014, the then 51-year-old lead singer John Mann received a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s and a year later the band performed their farewell concert during a three-night run at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver. 

In recognition of John Mann’s brave and continued struggle with the disease, Off The Rail Brewing Company has created the “Spirit Lifter” pilsner to raise awareness and funds for John’s on-going treatments. 

The” Spirit Lifter” pilsner will be available at BC liquor stores and licensed retail locations throughout the province June 15 to September 1. As Alzheimer’s has now taken center stage and continues to progress, proceeds of sales will go to John Mann and his family for his continued and evolving care. 

Recognition for their gracious contributions go out to Northwest Hop Farms, Mile 37 and Perry Chua Brand Design. 

The connections that bridge music, craft beer and the band are closely tied in with Steve Forsyth and his family who owned the legendary Railway Club for over twenty-seven years. Spirit of The West started their career at the club and Steve’s sister Janet managed them for many years. 

As founder of Off The Rail Brewing Company, Steve came up with the idea to celebrate the spirit of the music and craft beer as a way to give back to John and his family. The “Spirit Lifter” pilsner was enthusiastically approved by John’s wife Jill Daum and fellow band mate Geoffrey Kelly. 

John and Jill have been together for over twenty-nine years and have found a collective strength in the kindness and compassion of other artists, musicians, fans and family. “Things just get harder and you have to constantly adapt to it getting more and more difficult and the person you love getting farther and farther away,” says Jill. 

 

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