We are excited to announce the AACF has granted over $4000 to the Periscope Playhouse in Port Burwell for an exciting project coming this season. Thanks to Dan Axford a member of our Grants committee for presenting the cheque.
Ways to give!
It’s exciting that we are heading into the final weeks of 2022. Many naturally think of this as a time for people to consider if they are in a position to make charitable donations. If you are thinking of doing so before the end of the year for a 2022 tax receipt, here are some… Continue reading Ways to give!
EESS Library Mural Grant
Retired teachers and current board members of the AACF, Judi Wright and Dave Dykeman, presented a cheque for $4,000 to the EESS Library. The grant will be used to install a 108 sq ft mural in the new library(Learning Commons) alongside of the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit student group at East Elgin Secondary School… Continue reading EESS Library Mural Grant
Community Services Recovery Fund
Aylmer Area Community Foundation takes part in the Community Services Recovery Fund – a $400 million investment in charities and non-profits. Now more than ever, charities and non-profits are playing a key role in addressing persistent and complex social problems faced by all Canadians. The Community Services Recovery Fund is a $400 million investment from… Continue reading Community Services Recovery Fund
Canada Healthy Communities Initiative
744,000 provided to projects in Southwestern Ontario for community-led infrastructure projects as part of the Government of Canada’s Healthy Communities Initiative As Canadians continue to adapt to the realities of COVID-19, local governments and community partners across the country are adapting their spaces and services to keep residents safe and healthy, support economic recovery, create… Continue reading Canada Healthy Communities Initiative
Terrace Lodge Fundraising Cheque
Jack Coukuyt, our Board Chair presented a cheque to go towards the fundraising for the work being done to revitalize and renew the comforts of home at Terrace Lodge. To learn more about their project, find them at http://www.donatetoterracelodge.ca
Aylmer-Malahide Museum Cheque Presentation
Board member Dr. Dennis Boadway presented a cheque to the team at the Aylmer-Malahide Museum for an upcoming edu-kits project for youth.
Canada Healthy Communities Initiative
As Canadians continue to adapt to the realities of COVID-19, local governments and community partners across the country are adapting their spaces and services to keep residents safe and healthy, support economic recovery, create jobs, and build vibrant, resilient communities.
Junior Achievement South Western Ontario Program Feedback
Program Highlights During the in-class JA Economics for Success program, students used games and multimedia to: Learn why it’s important to stay in school and explore post-secondary options Gain an understanding of what life is like after high school Map their interests, skills, and passions to possible careers Learn how to network, identify a mentor,… Continue reading Junior Achievement South Western Ontario Program Feedback
EESS Supper Bag Program
The Aylmer Area Community Foundation was proud to grant money to the Supper Bag program which is a meal kit for East Elgin Secondary School(EESS) families. There is a tremendous team of EESS staff volunteers that help to put the meal kit ingredients in the bags, order the groceries and deliver the food to the… Continue reading EESS Supper Bag Program
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