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London Community Foundation
We are pleased to accept a grant of $3,450 from the Arlene and Terry Campbell Homeless Fund of the London Community Foundation.
This grant will ensure women and children who have been abused are able to access real time …
Aylmer Area Community Foundation Keeps on Giving!
On December 19, the Aylmer Area Community Foundation donated an additional $5,000 for a total of $10,000 to Building Hope Saving Lives. It is heartening to have their support as they ensure there is a safe place for women and …
Yarmouth Mutual Insurance Christmas Kindness
On December 12, Yarmouth Mutual Insurance donated gifts for 69 children and 24 women we are supporting. Three hampers and gifts for another three families were also given, should they be needed over the holidays. Truly a gift from a …
Santa Arrives at the Emergency Shelter!
We were thrilled to have Santa visit the Emergency Shelter on December 14, courtesy of the St. Thomas Police Association! What a wonderful gift of generosity and support to those who need it! Thank you very much!…
Royal LePage Triland Garage Sale Donation
For the past 15 years, Royal LePage has donated to shelters across the country. Earlier this year, Triland Realty held their annual garage sale and on December 11 presented a cheque for $1,823 to help women and children across Elgin …
Air Cadet Squadron 741 Shares Holiday Cheer
We were thrilled to receive wonderful Christmas donations from the Air Cadet Squadron 741 of St. Thomas. These young people, ranging in age from 12 – 18 years, are valued supporters of Violence Against Women Services Elgin County. Thank you …
St. Andrew’s United Church Women Bring Holiday Spirit
Rev. Joan Golden and Marjorie Gowdey of St. Andrew’s United Church Women dropped off beautiful Christmas baskets on December 10 for the women we serve. St. Andrew’s United Church Women have been longtime supporters of our agency we are proud …
Stockings for the Soul
On December 2, a mighty group of women out of East Elgin by the name of “Stuffing Stockings for the Soul” dropped off some holiday cheer when they delivered 60 stockings for the women and children we serve. This annual …
Vienna Lioness Club Support
On November 7, 2014 the Vienna Lioness Club donated all that a family of 4 needs to settle into their new home. Thank you for your extreme thoughtfulness!…
Kinette Club Donates
The Kinette Club of St. Thomas held their Ladies Only Diamonds and Denim Dance and Silent Auction to support Violence Against Women, Services Elgin County. As a result, on November 6, 2014 they presented a cheque for $1,100. The funds …