The Emergency Compassion Support Fund (ECSF) in Sarnia-Lambton has come to a close with the United Way after distributing over $300,000 on behalf of the federal government.
A total of 13 organizations received 18 grants
Most recently, River City Vineyard was awarded $92,000 to complete renovations to on-site washrooms and to build 10 women's pods around individual shelter beds.
The YMCA Learning and Career Centre in Sarnia received $37,000 to help new adult permanent residents learn English.
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario had previously been given over $46,000 to build and distribute activity kits for low-income children and youth and for families of children with autism. The Y Austim Summer Camp was cancelled due to COVID-19.
Three grants totalling over $17,000 go to Lambton Elderly Outreach including $12,000 to install plexiglass barriers, construction of a wall and a secure door in the reception area.
The Rapids Family Health Team receives $3,000 for plexiglass screens in counselling areas.
A full list of agencies receiving ECSF grants is available at www.theunitedway.on.ca.
