100 Women Who Care Norfolk Exceed $760,000 in Donations to 47 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.

We are pleased to announce that the successful recipient of $16,000 at the February 2026 meeting was the Army Navy Air Force Veterans Club of Simcoe  – presented by Bruce Wilson, President (sponsored by Sue Goble).  The other charities selected to present were:  Norfolk Literacy Council presented by Anita Hillis-Krause and LaSalette Area Rural Roots Community Hall presented by Sandra Rayner (sponsored by member Jo-Ann Beselaere).

The Army Navy Air Force Veterans Clubs are the oldest Veterans organization in Canada established in 1840 in Montreal Quebec.  There are three Veteran hospitals in Ontario:  Parkwood in London, Sunny Brook in Toronto and in Ottawa.  The Simcoe club donates financially to each of these hospitals throughout the year also providing support for our Veterans through personal gifts, entertainment and assisting with fundraising.

The Simcoe Club enables many local communities to utilize their Simcoe location – free of charge.  These include The Who Did it Club, Special Olympics, Norfolk SPCA, NGH volunteers and for the last 12 years, 100 Women Who Care Norfolk. 

Like so many organizations, the Army Navy Air Force Simcoe Club struggles to maintain their aging facility.  In 2001 they suffered a devastating fire which resulted in a full rebuild.  Now, 24 years later, equipment needs to be replaced and they find themselves in a position where they need to ask other organizations in our community for financial assistance.  
 

The Simcoe Club has an immediate need to rebuild their cooler refrigeration unit at a cost of $12,000 and their air conditioner will need replacing in the spring at a cost of $6,000.  On top of this, their deep fryer needs replacing ($5,500) and the ice maker no longer works.  These upgrades/repairs will need to be completed if the club is to continue to support our Veterans and our community.

 

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 May 13, 2026 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.

2026 Meeting dates:
February 11, May 13, August 12, November 4 (date changed due to Remembrance Day).   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)