St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church – Front Door Ministry will be able to support their program for close to a year with the 100 Women Who Care Norfolk donation of $18,200!  Mary McKenzie presented on behalf of St. Paul’s.  The other two charities selected to present at the May meeting were:  Norfolk Community Foundation, presented by Dennis Travale, sponsored by Natalie MConnell (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.