Honest to Goodness: Reputable Charities

It’s the season of giving, not the season of guilt. While the Santa you see at the busy intersection might actually be a Grinch in red velour clothing, that’s usually not the case. Then again, what’s one or two dollars? When it comes to more serious donations, it might be a good idea for us to clear the air about where your charitable donations are going. The following organizations get our nod of approval.

FH CANADA
Of all major charities, FH Canada has one of the lowest rates of revenue funds allocated to administrative fees. One of the quotes it stands by is, “Managing poverty is big business, eradicating it is revolutionary.” As Clarissa Youssef, director of communications for FH Canada, explains, “FH Canada is committed to upholding the highest standards of financial integrity and stewardship.” For every dollar donated to FH Canada, $0.88 is spent on Read more

Dineen Construction Charity Golf Tournament

On July 12th, 2010, 144 golfers enjoyed a beautiful day of golf, gourmet food, luxury prizes and auction items at Dineen Construction Corporation’s 20th Annual Charity Golf Tournament held at Cherry Downs Read more

Beyond Charity: The Philosophy of Elio Madonia

As much as we enjoy all the comforts and luxuries of Western society, there is still ample strife and chaos that afflict people across the globe. It’s easy to ignore the problems within our own country, and even easier to ignore the problems outside it. We may say we care, but we really don’t, else we would do something about it. Indeed, there are very few people willing to step up and really make a difference. Elio Madonia is one of those few.

Madonia is head of The Samaritan Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to building homes for the poor – and I mean very poor – in the Dominican Republic. While vacationing in the Dominican in 1988, Madonia and his wife Lena took a wrong turn and stumbled upon the slums of the small village Charamicos – a terrible and unbearable sight. Maybe it was the right turn. Compelled to act, Madonia knew something had to be done Read more

9th Annual Heart of Fashion

The prestigious Bayview Village Shopping Centre hosted the annual Heart of Fashion charity event on Nov. 22, 2009, benefiting North York General Hospital’s patients and their families. The shopping Read more

Woodbridge Mom 2 Mom

As your kids grow, clothing and various products may only be used once – if not at all. The Woodbridge Mom 2 Mom Sale has gathered over 50 Moms selling their gently used clothing, toys, costumes, books and various baby items. Join the moms for one day only on May 1st from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Vellore Village Community Centre. The door entrance fee is $2 and goes entirely to charity partner, ETA Vaughan. For more information, call 905.856.5460 or visit www.woodbridgemom2mom.com

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