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News and Events
MTCU food drive a success! - July 11, 2011
Cornwall, Ontario - The Agapè Centre is benefiting from the generosity of the community once again. A silent auction, food drive and a cereal pyramid competition was held during a Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities staff conference with the Eastern Region offices.
The event generated in excess of 300 lbs worth of food and $1449.95 cash donations, plus over 100 boxes of much needed cereal.
“We are thrilled with this initiative. With items running out and our shelves bare, this fundraiser was a nice surprise for us. “says Alyssa Blais, Executive Director. “We really appreciate the support of the community.”
The Agapè Centre is a not-for profit organization, supported by the community to ensure that no family goes hungry, cold or without any of the basic necessities of life. Over the last decade, food bank use at the Agapè Centre has risen and this year, the Agapè Centre has experienced a significant increase in the number of individuals requiring help.
The Agapè Centre has been providing food, clothing and furniture to more than 1,000 people each month for the better part of the decade.
For cash donations to the Agapè Centre, call to donate 613.938.9297 or drop by the Agapè Centre at 40 Fifth Street West, Cornwall. The Agapè Centre is a non profit organization that is all about “Local People Helping Local People” and your generous donation will go a long way to help local people in need
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