CORNWALL, Ontario – The United Way Holiday Wine & Gourmet Tastings Committee members are thrilled to announce that $63,000 was raised at this year’s Signature Event in support United Way/Centraide Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry . The evening was presented by Xplornet Communications. Guests of the sold out event enjoyed a spectacular evening of wine, gourmet food, jazz music, silent & live auction, magic, dancing & more at Nav Centre.
Over 100 community partners contributed to the success of this signature event for United Way. Support was received through sponsorship, financial support, auction items and in-kind donations. All proceeds from the event stay in SDG to support those in need and change lives in our local community.
“Everyone involved is a United Way HERO and we wish to express our deepest gratitude to our community partners, sponsors and guests who made this evening a tremendous success”, said Karen & Ray Brunet, Event Chairpersons. “We are excited to support United Way. We’re raising much needed funds for our community, which will stay in our community.”
“This is our signature event and a crucial piece of our fundraising efforts each year”, said Lori Greer, Executive Director. “Our mission is to improve lives and build our community by working together – we see this coming to life through the support of our local partners, volunteers, sponsors and guests. It is absolutely amazing and we are extremely grateful for each and every person involved. You are our United Way HEROES”.
