Five farms in Dufferin County played host to over 1500 visitors, collecting 1300lbs of food and raising $5,000 for local food banks. Young children from all over caught their first glimpse of a newborn calf, baby goats, or sheep being sheared amongst many learning activities too. It was all made possible by a DC grant and the hard work of many volunteers and our farm family neighbours!
“Providing a “”ribbon of wilderness for everyone,
forever,”” a DC grant enabled the rental of heavy equipment and the purchase of supplies and gloves to outfit an impressive number of volunteers to help restore and remediate the Pine River Fishing Area. “
Encouraging soil health, food self-sufficiency and biodiversity were the goals of a DC grant to the Shelburne Horticultural Society. Funds supported education, guest speakers and learning about the importance of native plant species for healthy root systems and raised bed gardening as a source for homegrown vegetables during difficult economic times.
Called a “lifesaver,” the Seniors Centre used a Cyber Seniors peer mentoring program to reduce social isolation and provide increased access to, and training on, current handheld and computer technology tools for over 80 seniors in Dufferin County.
Sharing new music with the community, supporting the Beginner band and enabling a return to the stage were all made possible by a DC grant. We are grateful to be back!
Headwaters Communities in Action