York Region Food Network was the chosen recipient of the October 2022 meeting. We presented them with a donation of $12,875.00! Come out to our next meeting to help us decide what charity we should donate to next!
Recipients (Click on the charities to be directed to their websites)
October 2015 Inn From the Cold $ 4,600.00 Helps homeless and at risk, est. 2004
January 2016 Yellow Brick House $ 5,900.00 Helps abused women and children, est. 1981
April 2016 The Shop vehicledonate.ca $ 7,300.00 At-risk youth mechanical training centre, est. 2003
July 2016 K.C. Cancer Cushion Fund $ 7,800.00 Fiinancial assistance to cancer patients, est. 2007
October 2016 Youth Speak $ 8,100.00 Helps youth have a voice - mental health, anti-bullying, addiction and recovery, est. 2006
July 2018 Marquee Theatrical Productions $11,050.00 A theatrical program opening doors for families without the means to participate, est.
October 2018 310-COPE $11,100.00 By calling 1-855-310-COPE (2673) can speak with a crisis worker anytime you need to.
January 2019 Doane House Hospice $12,200.00 Supporting affected and care givers or those affected with a life-treating illness
April 2019 Dragonfly Wellness for Women $12,200.00 Assisting women affected by cancer after treatments are completed, est.
July 2019 Women Support Network $12,700.00 Assisting women who are the victim of sexual abuse
October 2019 TLC The Life Centre $12,750.00 Providing education & support to pregnant women, as well as counselling
January 2020 PKD Association (YORK REGION) $12,900.00 To discover treatments and a cure for polycystic kidney disease and improve the lives of all it affects.
July 2020 The Cedar Centre $11,675.00. Provide a unique and holistic approach to therapy, education and advocacy for those who have experienced trauma
October 2020 Margaret Bahen Hospice $11,613.00 A 10-bed facility that provides 24/7 nursing-medical care, social work services, spiritual support, pharmacy & complimentary therapies to care for our residents and their families
January 2021 Literacy Council of York/Simcoe $11,175.00 Customized training programs to assist adults in improving their employment prospects, preparing for a higher education, and acquiring the skills they need for a successful future.
April 2021 Abuse Hurts $12,225.00 Abuse Hurts provides hope through accessible support, healing and individual empowerment for adult survivors, their families and caregivers
July 2021 Able Network $11,895.00 We inspire adults with intellectual disabilities to be active, contributing citizens through access to better living and employment.
October 2021 York Region Therapy Dogs Program $11,525.00 The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program reaches out to thousands of people across Canada on a daily basis bringing comfort, joy and companionship
January 2022 Rose of Sharon $12,100.00 Empowering young Mothers to embrace their strengths, and supporting the future they envision for themselves and their children.
April 2022 Fill A Purse For a Sister $12,675.00 Brings comfort, hope and dignity to women and youth in crisis with the gift of purses filled with personal necessities.
