Past awards include the Heritage Foundation, Huron County Food Bank Distribution Centre, and more | Photo provided
The South Huron Community Fund is looking forward to distributing thousands of dollars to community groups at their annual grant awards ceremony in a few weeks.
The event promises to be an evening of celebration and community engagement, featuring a guest speaker and the distribution of grants to deserving local organizations.
Tom Prout, former director and chair of the Sunset Community Foundation and current chair of the South Huron Advisory Committee, says that investment in community foundations is one way to make a lasting difference in your community.
Prout said that he’s excited to award deserving organizations | Photo by B. Shakyaver
The grants provided by the South Huron Community Fund help groups thrive but also enable them to invest in their own development, which is crucial for their sustainability.
Community foundations are nothing new – Prout says that many exist across the country.
He also says that investing in community foundations is a great way to make sure that your donation has a lasting impact.
The South Huron Community Fund, a branch of the Sunset Community Foundation, focuses on supporting community groups in South Huron.
The South Huron Community Fund will be awarding their grants at the upcoming ceremony.
The event will see Andrew Chunilall, executive director of Foundations Canada, as a guest speaker. He will shed light on the philanthropic benefits to both communities and individuals of establishing funds within the foundation.
Prout emphasized the importance of local decision-making in grant allocation.
The ceremony will also serve as an opportunity for attendees to learn more about the work of the South Huron Community Fund and the broader Sunset Community Foundation. Those interested in attending are encouraged to contact the foundation in advance to confirm their attendance.
The grant ceremony is set to take place on May 28th at Ironwood Golf Course.
Written by: B. Shakyaver