The successful recipient of $18,500* at the November 2024 meeting was the Norfolk Little People’s Daycare– presented by Candice Vanhie, sponsored by Sarita Free (Member).   The other two charities selected to present were:  Waterford SkatePark, presented by Kerry Bockenholt, sponsored by Jill Chuli and HN Women’s Services, presented by Ashley Malo.  (*This total includes $100 from Execulink)

The Little People’s Daycare is a licensed daycare which is located in Langton.  There are currently 56 preschool aged children enrolled with close to 150 preschoolers on the waitlist.  The Daycare also runs the before / after school programs.

This donation will be used to improve accessibility and security.  Four projects will be addressed with this donation:

1. 1. Controlled Entry Access – install an entry “buzz-in” system.
   2. Install a comprehensive security system for off hours – This past April the Daycare was broken into.  The thieves caused property damage and stole many important items from the classrooms.  Not only did this shake the staff and parents but the Daycare needed to be closed for a day so the staff could clean up the damage, take inventory and put the Daycare back in order.
   3. Install “auto-entry” system for both the front and back doors which will address wheelchair accessibility requirements for the property.
   4. Install large awnings at the front door which will give students and staff more protection from the weather.

Back Row l to r:  Sue Goble, Kathy Caskenette, Michelle Grummett (100 Women Who Care), Amelia & Candice Vanhie (Chairperson of the Board), Wendy Spence (Treasurer), Sarita Free (Director and 100 Women Who Care Member), Vanessa Gignac (Secretary).  Front Row:  Children from the Daycare

November 2024 Presenters:  Jill Chuli, Kerry Bockenholt, Candice Vanhie, Sarita Free, Ashley Malo