2009
Dec. 21, 2009 Over 600 Families Supported Through Adopt-A-Family
Thanks to 529 generous donors, Adopt-A-Family provided brighter Holiday Seasons to over 600 families.
Dec. 11, 2009 Last Minute Adopt-A-Family Needs
We are seeking some exceptional donors to help us fill the needs of our last minute referrals.
Dec. 1, 2009 Donors Needed: 75 Families Left to be Adopted for Christmas
Christmas is quickly approaching and the Adopt-A-Family program has 75 families waiting to be matched up with donors.
Nov.12, 2009 Being an Adopt-A-Family Donor Changes One Guelph Family's Christmas
Looking back on 2008, Irene Hearn says that their Adopt-A-Family donor experience made their Christmas.
Nov.11, 2009 Swept Away to the Tropics Slideshow Now Online
October 23rd was an amazing evening of tropical luxuries that raised over $34,000 for the Children's Foundation.
Click here to view a photo slideshow.
Nov.9, 2009 Reach Out to Those in Need This Holiday Season
The Children’s Foundation is asking residents of Guelph and Wellington County to reach out to those in need this Holiday Season and become a donor to the Adopt-A-Family Program.
Nov.6, 2009 Food and Friends Helps Kids Grow and Learn
"I have seen how something as simple as a nutritious meal can improve a child physically, emotionally, and socially, as both a student and a healthy human being.”
Oct.28, 2009 Smile Cookie Campaign Raises $32,000 for Food & Friends
The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign raised $32,000 for Food & Friends in Guelph and Wellington. Thank you to everyone who enjoyed a chocolate chunk cookie!
Oct.27, 2009 Swept Away to the Tropics a Success!
The Fourth Annual Around the World Gala was a success on all accounts as guests were Swept Away to the Tropics.
Oct.20, 2009 Around the World Gala Prize Preview
The Around the World with the Children's Foundation Gala is happening this Friday. Guests will be Swept Away to the Tropics and have the chance to go home with some extraordinary prizes!
Take a sneak peek at this years prizes.
Oct.5, 2009 Join Us For Another Year of Giving!
Sign up today to help provide a more joyous holiday experience for families in need in Guelph and Wellington County through the Adopt-A-Family program.
Sept.18, 2009 It's Smile Cookie Time!
From Monday, September 21st until Sunday September 27th delicious Smile Cookies will be on sale at Tim Hortons. All proceeds from the sales in Guelph and Wellington County will go to Food and Friends!
Sept.16, 2009 Volunteers Needed for Around the World Gala
Volunteers are needed for the Around the World Gala on October 23rd at the Italian Canadian Club in Guelph.
Sept.15, 2009 The Children's Foundation Launches The Beacon
The Children's Foundation is pleased to officially launch The Beacon, our new eNewsletter. The Beacon will feature special stories on children and families that have been assisted by our programs, supporter profiles and other interesting updates and news.
Sign up to receive The Beacon.
Sept.14, 2009 In Loving Memory of Patricia Promoli
The Children’s Foundation would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Promoli family on the recent passing of Patricia Promoli. The Promoli family were an important part of the establishment of what is today known the Children Foundation Grants and our Scholarship Programs. Patricia will be truly missed.
Sept.3, 2009 Pablo's World of Cartoons Raises $176 for the Children's Foundation
Pablo's World of Cartoons hosted a fun and successful open house and silent auction on Aug.22nd.
Aug 26, 2009 Join us at Ribfest This Weekend
The Children's Foundation will be running the pop tent at Guelph Ribfest August 28 -30.
Aug 10, 2009 Pablo's World of Cartoons to Host Silent Art Auction
Pablo's World of Cartoons will be hosting a Silent Art Auction and Open House on August 22, 2009 from 11 am until 2 pm.
July 30, 2009 Mayor Farbridge Gives Praise to the Children's Foundation
Guelph Mayor, Karen Farbridge, took time today to blog about the progress of the Children's Subsidy Task Force.
July 24, 2009 The Children's Foundation's Role in Recreation Subsidies
In the Friday, July 24th Guelph Mercury Rob O'Flanagan highlighted the lead role that The Children's Foundation has taken in distributing funds for recreational activities to families in need in Guelph and Wellington County.
July 7, 2009 RBC Honours Food & Friends
RBC recently recognized Food and Friends for creating a better Canada.
July 6, 2009 Follow us on Facebook!
You can now become a fan of the Children's Foundation on Facebook!
June 23, 2009 - Give Yourself Credit Benefits from School Enrichment Funding
Students from Give Yourself Credit in Guelph recently enjoyed an end of the year horseback riding trip thanks to the Children's Foundation Grants.
June 17, 2009 - The Benefits of Summer Camp
TVO Parents recently featured an article outlining the benefits of a summer camp experience.
June 11, 2009 - SOAR Raises $64,000
It was an exciting weekend of adventure for 20 teams of two. The fundraising total was just as exciting with the total raised once again surpassing the previous year.
April 27, 2009 - Golf Tournament Hole Sponsors Needed
Gain exposure for your company while supporting children in our community. The Fore Our Kids Golf Tournament is seeking Hole Sponsors for the 14th annual tournament on May 26th.
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April 7, 2009 - Register to Golf and Save!
The Fore Our Kids Golf Tournament supports the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington’s Camp Program. Many children in our community do not have the opportunity to "be a kid” and meet new friends at summer camp.
Register before April 15th and save 10%.
more info...
Mar.19, 2009 - Live Free Campaign Raises $26,000 for Food and Friends
In the inaugural Live Free Campaign, a total of $26,000 in donations were raised.
Mar.17, 2009 - Telus Raises Over $2,500 for the Children's Foundation
Mar.19, 2009 - Live Free Campaign Raises $26,000 for Food and Friends
The Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington was fortunate to be selected as the recipient of funds raised by the Telus holiday meerkat campaign.
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Mar.2, 2009 - Thousands in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin Sacrifice for Food and Friends
Friday, March 6th is Live Free Day in
Jan.30, 2009 - Guelph Mercury Highlights The Children Foundation's Role in Life Enrichment Funding
The Guelph Mercury featured an article on Jan.30th that highlights The Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington's community partnerships.
Jan.28, 2009 - Storm Coach/GM Joins Live Free Campaign
Coach and General Manager of The Guelph Storm, Jason Brooks, has promised to Live Free of shaving beginning Feb. 6th until Live Free Day March 6th.
Jan.27, 2009 - Over 14,000 Students Sign Up to Live Free
Students in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin will give up something that they take for granted on March 6th, 2009 as part of the Live Free Campaign.
Jan.12, 2009 - Register Now to Live Free
Take the challenge to Live Free on March 6th, 2009 in support of Food and Friends. Sign up today!
Jan.7, 2009 - Apply for the Southern Ontario Amazing Race Jan.16th
The Southern Ontario Amazing Race (SOAR) is a two day adventure race for teams of two that raises funds for The Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington.
Jan.5, 2009 - Adopt-A-Family Assists Over 510 Families
The Children's Foundation Adopt-A-Family program provided a brighter holiday season for over 510 families in 2008.
