100 Women Who Care Norfolk Exceed $700,000 in Donations to 44 Norfolk charities since May 2014! What an accomplishment! How did we do it? One hundred dollars ($100) four times per year times 180+ members (Membership fluctuates). Over the past 10 years, our membership has grown to more than 180 members.
St. Paul’s Front Door Ministry received $18,200 at the May 2025 meeting. This donation will support their program for close to a full year. Mary McKenzie presented on behalf of St. Paul’s Church. The other two charities selected to present at the May meeting were: Norfolk Community Foundation, presented by Dennis Travale, sponsored by Natalie McConnell (member) and Rags to Riches Cat Rescue presented by Tammy DaPalma, nominated by Sheila Dertinger (member).
St. Paul’s Church is located in downtown Simcoe and supports the needs of the homeless, addicted and impoverished individuals in the community through their Front Door Ministry. Depending on the need and the finances, The Front Door Ministry provides $25 grocery gift cards from Food Basics and food bags to those who knock on their door. They monitor the distribution of the gift cards and attempt to give one food card per individual per month. This donation of $18,200 will go a long way to fund the requirements for the Front Door Ministry for close to a year, helping to feed many. The volunteers at the Ministry collects and distributes blankets, coats, hats, mitts and socks, provides information on other local services available and has developed a partnership with the Salvation Army.
To learn more details about this charity as well all previous successful charities, go to the “Charities” tab on this web site.
Are you someone who is interested in helping others but is stretched for time?
Do you want to be a part of an empowered group of women who want to make a direct, positive and immediate effect on the lives of others – right here in Norfolk County?
Would you like to network with other like-minded women in Norfolk County?
The August 13 2025 Meeting will be held at the Army, Navy, Airforce building in Simcoe. The meeting will begin at 7 pm sharp.
Army, Navy & Air Force Bldg., 53 Water Street, Simcoe Corner of Culver & Water, Simcoe – enter off Culver Street.
2025 Meeting dates:
February 12, May 14, August 13, November 12. If you have questions, PLEASE CONTACT info@100womenwhocarenorfolk.ca for details.
What is this Organization? What is expected of me?
- There are four one hour meetings each year
- To become a member you are required to sign a Commitment Form agreeing to donate $100 per meeting, 4 times a year whether or not in attendance
- At each meeting, 3 representatives will make a 5 minute presentation on their charity
- After the presentation, the members will vote by secret ballot. The charity receiving the most votes will receive all the donations E.g. 100 members x $100 = $10,000
- The charity agrees that the funds will remain in Norfolk, will be used to benefit programs locally and will not be used for administrative costs
- Income tax receipts will be distributed once per year (February)