Upcoming Events
To have your event supporting the Grimsby Benevolent Fund listed, please call 905 309 5664 Ext. 29
We are in need of volunteers - Enquiries are always welcome
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$6.00 BAG SALE (clothing only)
Starts Thursday January 12, 2012
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JEWELLERY SALE
The first Friday and Saturday of each month at our retail store 40 Elm Street, Grimsby
January 6th and 7th, 2011
This monthly event has proven very popular and new items are displayed each month
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PAST EVENTS
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GRIMSBY BENEVOLENT FUND
ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY EVENT
Saturday June 11, 2011 was an amazing day
We would like to thank our community partners, our volunteers and our loyal customers for a fantastic first year on Elm Street.
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GIANT TIGER 50TH ANNIVERSARY CHARITY BBQ
Saturday May 7, 2011
Thank you to everyone who came out to support
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The Grimsby Benevolent Fund Tea Social
Wednesday April 6, 2011 at St. Andrew's Church Parish Hall
was an fabulous success and our thanks go out to all who helped organize, attend and also donate to the fun event.
This could become an annual event!
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Back-To-School Backpack Program
Again this program was a huge success thanks to our community support. All our children registered went back to school with a filled backpack .
Registration occurs mid July through to mid August. To donate supplies for the backpacks or for addtional information, please contact Client Services 905 309 5664 ext. 4
Christmas Activities
See Christmas Page for 2011 details and dates
Christmas is a special time of giving for Grimsby.
Every year the community comes together to "help us to help others."
Donations are collected at the Santa Parade held on the first Saturday in December each year. Donations also accepted at our Elm Street location after that date. For more information please see Christmas page.
Non-perishable food donations (only) accepted at Sobey's Grimsby Square Plaza
Area schools and churches also hold their own food drives for the GBF Christmas Hamper program
Giant Tiger Angel Tree
Angel Tree Items purchased from Giant Tiger (Grimsby) go directly to GBF Christmas Hamper Program
Grimsby Santa Claus Parade
Grimsby Firefighters collect food and toy donations for GBF Christmas Hamper Program along parade route.
Fifth Wheel Corporation Annual Charity Christmas Dinner
Complimentary turkey dinner with a cash donation or toy for GBF Christmas Hamper Program