The Grand Bend Community Foundation supports charities and charitable projects in Grand Bend, Port Franks, Exeter, Thedford, Dashwood areas. For more grant information please see our grants page. Our vision: Caring people collaborating to build an inclusive, sustainable community. Our … Continue reading →
At a time when many Canadians are planning for a major wealth transfer to the next generation, a recent Canadian survey found that clients want their financial advisors to talk to them about philanthropy and gift planning. The full report … Continue reading →
On Wednesday, September 12th at 7:00PM, join Suzanne Mathers, Portfolio Manager with Raymond James for a special presentation called Investing in a Better Future for Community Friends and Family. This free seminar is offered to individuals seeking financial advice on … Continue reading →
As I write, summer is winding down. It’s been a wonderful season, with lots of sunny weather, clear blue water, and fun times with friends and family. Now our community is returning to its peaceful off-season self! Although Grand Bend … Continue reading →
“We can’t change South Africa, but by helping to promote basic education, we can hope that the next generation will do a better job of lifting the country out of extreme poverty.” That’s Brian Hall, talking about his passion for the Global … Continue reading →
Exeter, Ontario, July 26, 2018. In loving memory of her late husband Jack, Joyce Lavender established a scholarship fund in 2017 to benefit students living in the greater Hensall area who wish to pursue a career in the trades. “My … Continue reading →
In early August, 28 excited children will board a bus in Dashwood, and travel to Toronto to visit the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium. It’s a common summertime treat for many, but these children likely wouldn’t experience it without Big … Continue reading →
The sky is blue, the air is warm, and there’s a soft breeze off Lake Huron. Fifteen children ranging in age from eight to 14 are heading down River Road toward a set of sailing dinghies. They’re off on their second day on … Continue reading →
A very special end-of-year concert was held at Grand Bend Public School in June. It featured guitar, bass and ukulele players, drummers, and singers, all making beautiful music together on stage. “It’s really fun,” says music instructor Jimmy Fuller. … Continue reading →
In January, Grand Bend residents Rosalind and Charles MacDonald attended a 70th birthday party. The celebrant wasn’t a close friend: he was a cancer survivor they had driven to London for treatments, as volunteers with the Canadian Cancer Society’s … Continue reading →
The community of Grand Bend got some very good news in May, and Grand Bend Community Foundation played a role in making it happen. Last fall, the Foundation granted $8,000 to the Huron Shores Transit Steering Committee to help it … Continue reading →