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January 24, 2011 Dedicated Food & Friends Volunteer Retires
St. James Food for Thought Coordinator Vicki Gojanovich has decided to retire after 13 years of program support. We asked Father Kevin Bothwell from St. James to reflect on Vicki's years of service:
In this world there are people who seem to be able to rise above the politics, the personalities, and the situation, and with a focus that does not waver, forge into life a project that is both worthwhile in the moment and has a lasting significance.
January 24, 2011 Guelph Storm Participating in Live Free for the 3rd Year
Over the last two years, the Guelph Storm has raised close to $2,500 towards the Campaign. They’re ready to Live Free again this year.
January 18, 2011 The Children's Foundation Joins the Ethical Code Program
The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington places a high value on our relationship with you, our donors. Without your support we would not be able to work towards our vision that every child deserves a bright future. We thank you for your commitment to us.
We believe that transparency and accountability are essential to our success. With this in mind, we have recently joined Imagine Canada’s Ethical Code Program.
January 17, 2011 In Memory of Sandra Weafer
The Children's Foundation was saddened by the recent passing of Sandra Weafer. An ardent supporter of the Foundation, Sandra worked for many years on the Adopt-A-Family Program.
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January 17, 2011 Upper Grand District School Board gives $10,000 to Food and Friends
The Upper Grand District School Board raised over $10,000 for Food and Friends through the Staff Association weekly Jean Day and collected donations from Program Services.
Staff Association member Cathy Page-Hill notes, "The collection has grown significantly! The Staff Association has decided the Food and Friends Program is the best place for the final contribution donated by board office employees.”
January 14, 2011 3rd Annual Coins for Kids
On Sunday January 2nd, the 3rd Annual Coins for Kids raised $2,000 for the Children’s Foundation.
Click here to find out more about the event...
December 16, 2010 Divas and Diamonds Tickets Now on Sale!
Spend a night filled with fashion, fun and diamonds that helps to support the children of Guelph and Wellington County.
Click here to find out more about the event...
November 29, 2010 Donors Still Needed for 150 Families in the Adopt-A-Family Program
Now that there is snow on the ground, most families are getting into the Holiday Spirit and are excited for the season that is upon us. For others, the days leading up to the Holidays can be stressful – they are faced with the dilemma of how to provide a bright Christmas morning for your children when it’s hard to meet basic needs like rent, hydro and food.
November 23, 2010 Smile Cookie Campaign A Sweet Success
The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign was a sweet success with over $39,000 being raised for Food and Friends.
November 17, 2010 Adopt-A-Family Created Good Memories for Single Mom
There’s a feeling of desperation if you can’t give your children a gift for Christmas. You know the budget has to stretch to pay for food, rent, utilities and to make sure your children are dressed warmly for winter.
November, 2010 Breakfast Clubs of Canada visits Food and Friends
Last week our friend Marsha Edwards from Breakfast Clubs of Canada (BCC) made a special visit to see some of our Food and Friends programs in action.
Learn more about Marsha's visit...
November 11, 2010 Skyline Helps the Children's Foundation Grants Program Reach New Heights
The timing of a recent $10,000 donation from Skyline to the Children’s Foundation Grants Program could not have been better. Their support helped provide 60 children in Guelph and Wellington with the opportunity to participate in the activities that every child deserves to be a part of, like soccer and skating.
November 10, 2010 OPA! Glorious Greece a Huge Success!
An amazing evening spent eating great Greek food, listening to Greek music, winning amazing prizes and helping raise money for the Children's Foundation.
Click here to read more and watch a slideshow...
October 28, 2010 Watch the Storm and Support the CFGW
Get a great deal on Storm tickets while supporting the Children's Foundation!
October 4, 2010 Join Us For Another Year of Giving!
We are inviting donors to sign up to join us for Adopt-A-Family 2010. Help us provide joyous holiday memories!
September 27, 2010 Concerns Raised by CBC News Story
Last week the CBC reported a story on third-party fundraisers. We have heard buzz about the story in the community and thought we would help clarify how we fundraise.
September 23, 2010 Guelph Mercury Contest
Be sure to check out our Guelph Mercury insert on September 23rd for great stories on our programs and special contest.
September 20, 2010 It's Smile Cookie Time!
It's smile cookie time! Make sure to enjoy a cookie this week and support Food and Friends.
September 16, 2010 Read the Latest Issue of The Beacon
Click here to read the September issue of the Beacon.
September 14, 2010 Join the Adopt-A-Family Team
The Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington is seeking volunteers for our Adopt-a-Family Program in November and December.
September 3, 2010 We Are Hiring
We are currently seeking a Food and Friends Program Coordinator.
August 31, 2010 OPA! Explore Glorious Greece with The Children's Foundation
We are proud to present the 5th Annual Around the World Gala on October 23rd, 2010 at the Italian Canadian Club.
August 24, 2010 We Are Hiring
We are currently seeking a Fund Development Associate for the Food and Friends program.
August 10, 2010 Help Us Let Kids Be Kids
We need to ensure that all children who wish to participate in Fall activities get the chance to do so.
August 4, 2010 Email Issues
We experienced some email issues until approximately 1:20 pm. If you sent an email that was bounced back, please resend the email as it is now working.
Sorry for the inconvenience.
July 15, 2010 Read the Latest Issue of The Beacon
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July 7, 2010 Sometimes a Breakfast Club is More Than a Breakfast Club
Sometimes a breakfast club isn’t just a breakfast club but an opportunity to build relationships in the community between kids in some kind of need and those who care.
July 1, 2010 United Way Seeing Is Believing Tour Visits Food and Friends
On June 17th, Brant Avenue Public School welcomed the United Way's Seeing is Believing Tour.
June 30, 2010 Zonta Club of Guelph Makes a Difference
Leanne McSherry, a member of the Zonta Club of Guelph, feels that their focus on service locally and globally really can make the world a better place to live. "If people feel cared for, they act differently.”
Read more about Zonta's support of Adopt-A-Family
June 7, 2010 SOAR Does it Again!
The Southern Ontario Amazing Race raised $70,000 in its seventh year of racing.
May 26, 2010 YES!!! I Would Attend Camp Again
It can be lonely when your siblings are 7 years older than you. Eight year old Emily knows that feeling.
May 20, 2010 Fore Our Kids Golf Raises Over $15,500 to Help Get Kids Active
On Tuesday, twenty-eight teams of golfers enjoyed a great day of golf which will help children in Guelph and Wellington have fun, be active, and learn valuable skills like teamwork.
Click here to read more and view a slideshow of the event.
May 6, 2010 Join the SOAR Adventure as a Volunteer!
Be part of Southern Ontario's greatest adventure, the Southern Ontario Amazing Race (SOAR), as a Race Marshal.
April 19, 2010 Volunteer Appreciation Week
April 16, 2010 CBC Host Andy Barrie: "Summer Camp Launched My Career"
In an essay featured in today's Globe and Mail, recently retired CBC morning host Andy Barrie tells the story of how summer camp launched his career.
April 9, 2010 Children's Foundation Grants Update
If you've contributed to the Children's Foundation then you are a big part of major progress that has been made in Guelph and Wellington in getting kids active and able to participate in activities.
Find out how many children have been helped so far in 2010.
April 5, 2010 Register to Golf and Save!
Next Thursday, April 15th, marks the last chance to register as an Early Bird for the 15th Annual Fore Our Kids Golf Tournament.
If you register and pay by that date, you will be saving 10% of your registration fee. For foursomes the price will be only $540 and for individuals it is just $135. Also, don't forget you can register and attend just the evening portion of the event, which includes dinner and the chance to win some great prizes, for $45.
March 19, 2010 United Way Increases Support for Food and Friends
Food and Friends is 1 of 13 community programs that will be receiving increased funding from the United Way of Guelph & Wellington.
March 17, 2010 Read the March 2010 Issue of The Beacon
Click here to read the latest issue of The Beacon
March 15, 2010 Live Free Day was a Success!
Live Free Day on Friday, March 5th was a complete success! It was difficult to go anywhere on Friday and not have at least one person in the room who was taking the Live Free challenge. Our community was buzzing!
March 15, 2010 Soccer Experience Builds Esteem and Sense of Belonging
"He gained a sense of pride, esteem, team work, and a sense of belonging. He has always had a lot of energy, and never enough areas to channel it. For our family, it is really important to have things to go out and do. It was a real family event! Thank you for your help, it is much appreciated."
Read how one Guelph Family was Impacted by Financial Assistance for their Son's Soccer
March 5, 2010 Today is Live Free Day!
Today over 28,000 students, 35 workplaces and 16 individuals will be making a sacrifice for children in our community who are going to school too hungry to learn.
Find out more on the Live Free Campaign Website.
Feb. 24, 2010 Apply for SOAR 2010 Today!
The Seventh Annual Southern Ontario Amazing Race is now accepting team applications. Don't miss your chance to be part of this amazing adventure!
Feb.22, 2010 Check out the Live Free Campaign Video - What Would You Give Up?
Are you ready to take the Live Free Challenge? Visit http://www.livefreecampaign.ca/ to sign up today.
Jan.18, 2010 Adopt-A-Family Gifts Bring on "Hooting and Hollering" at Youth Moving Forward
Matt Timberlake, a teacher at Youth Moving Forward in Mount Forest shared the impact of receiving Adopt-A-Family gifts on his students this past Christmas.
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