In receiving the Dufferin County Community Grant in 2023, the Hockley Historic Community Hall and Church (HHCHC) was able to complete some ongoing operating repairs of our two buildings to ensure the long-term viability of our historic community gathering places.
Accessible food preparation/cooking classes for youth in Grand Valley and surrounding areas.
Sharing Recipient Stories 2023 Dufferin County Community Grant Recipient$2,325 Sharing our grant story The 13th Annual Hike for Bethell Hospice was held on May 7, coinciding with the…
The Achill Choral Society gratefully received a generous grant from Headwaters Communities in Action / Dufferin County to help us plan for our 40th anniversary celebrations this year.
A DC grant has allowed us to continue our travelling Seniors “Farmer’s Market” Program to four area seniors homes. Delivering fresh produce, breakfast items and even incontinence products to those seniors experiencing food insecurity we help facilitate a sense of community, while seniors have a chance to gather, chat and enjoy nutritious foods.
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!
Reflecting “the mosaic of our community,” a DC grant allowed us to celebrate, entertain and delight guests during our Bands, Brews and BBQ outdoor festival. A magician, children’s entertainment and a variety of musical acts were all available to guests free of charge due this generous grant.
With access to funds provided by a DC grant, we help eliminate any stigmas associated with food insecurity by providing 450 students each day with three breakfast options as part of our “Food Available for All” motto. Together we ensure every student is prepared, ready and able to learn successfully!
“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. “
With a distinct post-pandemic increase in the demand for our services, a DC grant has allowed us to match 12 littles with a Big Brother or Big Sister and to continue supporting an additional 24 existing matches. These matches foster strong relationship building, communications and provide littles with a listening ear and the additional support they need.
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