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100 Women Who Care Fernie making a difference together
Two local organizations recently received $5,125.00 to further the great work they are doing in the Elk Valley.
The members of 100 Women Who Care Fernie (100WWCFernie) came together June 1 for their first Giving Event of 2023, collectively donating $10,250 and through a member nomination and voting process, selected two local organizations to split the funds – Wildsight Elk Valley (pictured above) and Senior Citizens Club of Fernie and District (pictured right).
This sold-out event was the second in-person event since the organizations virtual launch in Dec. 2020. Local businesses SOAR Studios, The Castle on 1st, Lush Kootenay, Pastryland, Patti’s Party Tent Rentals, Mckenzie Jespersen Photography and Stemhouse helped to make the evening a night to remember.
“Fernie Seniors Centre is thrilled to be a recipient of funding through 100 Women Who Care Fernie. This funding will help us to install universal accessibility in the Centre’s washroom facilities, allowing for safe and dignified access for older residents. 100 Women Who Care Fernie is such an asset to Fernie and we are so appreciative of the members generosity,” said Courtney Baker, Administrator – Senior Citizens Club of Fernie and District.
Since its inaugural event in December 2020, members have gathered to support six Giving Events, have collectively donated $56,235, and distributed 100% of the funds to 13 local organizations.
Members of 100 Women Who Care Fernie meet twice a year to open their cheque books and hearts to support local grassroots organizations delivering valuable services and support to those living in the Elk Valley.
Registration for the November 2, 2023 Giving Event is open, to learn more go to www.100wwcfernie.ca.
100WWCFernie is a group of Elk Valley women committed to making an impact where they live. Members personally donate $100 at two Giving Events a year, then donate 100% of their combined contributions to support grassroots organizations in the Elk Valley. Members fund, nominate and vote on the organizations to receive funding, focusing on grassroots organizations with limited ability to raise funds through large granting bodies. The concept is simple, effective, and amazingly impactful.
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100 Women Who Care Fernie
