Young Erica is quite the crafter. She made up some colourful shoulder bags and matching masks through an ‘ice dye’ process and sold them at her Auntie’s Muskoka Yarn Connection wool shop. All of the proceeds were donated to Manna. In the past she made some ‘dolly and me’ necklaces for little girls and their …
Sandra Taube-Godard of the Acton Island Association had the delightful task of delivering a very generous cheque from the Association to Manna volunteer Sam. The Association members, cottagers and year-round residents, were thinking about those in their community who could use a hand up and chose to reach out to them through the service Manna …
The Team at Saunders & Welch were in the giving spirit, making a generous financial donation to Manna to assist Manna in continuing to provide support those in our community facing food insecurity issues. Here is the team; James, Mike, Heather, Cathy, Darya and Andrew, gathered round to present their cheque to Manna volunteer Sam. …
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! October 14, 2020 — Thanks to you, the first ever virtual Muskoka Oldtimers Hockey Club Fall Food Drive in support of Manna was a huge success. Our goal of $25,000 was met and exceeded. As of yesterday the food bank had received $27,825 in donations. And they are still arriving. …
We are so excited and grateful to announce that the community has exceeded its goal and has raised $27,825! The Muskoka Oldtimers Virtual Fall Food Drive for Manna ran from October 5-12 with a goal of $25,000, the estimated value of the food that is normally donated at the annual door-to-door food drive that has …
The Muskoka Community Foundation (www.muskokacommunityfoundation.com) has been faced with challenges as a result of the pandemic as well. Their annual Gala Fundraiser could not be held in person this year, but that didn’t discourage the Foundation; they arranged the Stay At Home Gala, a virtual event, for their supporters to benefit the Hospital Foundations, Muskoka’s …
IG Wealth Management has made a significant financial donation to help Manna address the increased demand on the food bank as a result of the Covid-19 virus. IG has been a dedicated contributor to Manna through the annual Comedy Fest event which takes place in the fall each year. Due to the virus plans have …
Keith and Mike of Bracebridge Hall didn’t let the COVID-19 closures slow them down. The intrepid duo went virtual, organizing an online concert / art show, which was a smashing success. Not only was their endeavour enjoyed by many, but they were also able to make a financial donation to Manna! Good times with generous …
Here’s a wonderful gesture during challenging times. Entrepreneurs Griffin, aged six, eight-year-old Lilah, and nine-year-old Owen had Manna on their minds when taking advantage of the hot weather to set up a lemonade stand. They asked that the proceeds of their venture to go to Manna. Here they are with the significant amount of cash …
In addition to the significant financial donation made by Rotary Club of Bracebridge at the beginning of this pandemic, its Human Support Committee arranged for and delivered a very large donation of food items to Manna. Thank you for your ongoing support! Rotary has played an important role in the community, assisting those who are …
Melanie Carter of McMaster’s Fine Foods wanted to do something to help those in our community who are facing difficulties during these unsettling times. She has thoughtfully and generously provided food purchased from her supplier to supplement the stock at Manna Food Bank on more than one occasion. This wonderful gesture is most appreciated. Thank …
Members of the construction industry in Muskoka-Parry Sound have decided to support the community that means so much to them. They have started a fund-raising campaign to provide assistance to the many agencies that exist to give a helping hand up to those who are in need. Manna is one of those charities benefiting from …