Meet some generous donors from our community who are helping to build the new Dundas Manor.
Storm Chaser & Photographer Connor Mockett
We are grateful for Storm Chaser and Photographer Connor Mockett and his accurate weather forecasts. Now we have another reason to thank him. Connor has raised $300 for the new Dundas Manor, sharing proceeds from the sale of his 2025 weather calendar.
“I just want to do anything I can to help the community. And the new Manor is desperately needed,” Connor said.
Planted Arrow Flowers & Gifts
The team at Planted Arrow Flowers & Gifts knows that everyone loves to receive flowers. And their Joyce’s Joy initiative resulted in many happy recipients at Dundas Manor. This annual gift giving tradition is a Secret Santa event for seniors where customers can purchase an arrangement at any time of year to be delivered just in time for Christmas.
This year, 124 arrangements were purchased and delivered. And even better – $1,240 was raised for the new Dundas Manor! Owner Kelly Windle says it was their best Joyce’s Joy yet!
Wellings Winchester
The residents who live at Wellings – Winchester are a close-knit group who believe in community. They also believe in supporting their local long-term care home. At their December 2024 Christmas Party, residents gave donations for the new Dundas Manor. Then the Welling’s General Manager announced a top-off to the amount. In the end $2,000 had been raised.
Ottawa Carleton Male Choir
Woodroffe United Church in Ottawa was filled with music on December 13th as the Ottawa Carleton Male Choir and other special guests joined together in song at a Christmas concert. They also joined together to raise funds for the new Dundas Manor. $2,500 was raised for the new Dundas Manor.
Choir Coordinator Henk Huizenga started the choir in 1997 and lives in Winchester. “We are very much looking forward to seeing the new Manor built,” he says,
Farmer John Gives Back
John Brugmans – or Farmer John as everyone knows him in and around Chesterville – recently stopped by the WDMH Foundation to drop off another cheque for $3,000. The money will be directed to the WDMH Foundation’s Health Care Undesignated Fund – where it will support Winchester District Memorial Hospital or Dundas Manor, wherever the need is greater.
John says his reason for giving back is simple: “I choose to support the WDMH Foundation because my whole family lives in this community. I know how important it is to keep the hospital and the Dundas Manor here for everyone who needs them.”
Dundas County Players Add to the Magic – Again!
For the second time in less than a year, the Dundas County Players delighted audiences and supported the new Dundas Manor with three engaging plays. A special sold-out performance on November 16th raised $1,590 for the new home.
Dundas County Players President Lynn Jolicoeur and Fundraising Coordinator Caroline Roberts dropped by Dundas Manor in December to present the cheque. They both expressed how special the new long-term care home is to them and how pleased they were to have a sold-out show in support of it.
Morrisburg & District Lions Club Adds to the Magic – Again!
The Morrisburg & District Lions Club is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. And they are doing what they’ve done for six decades – giving back to their community!
As part of their celebrations, the Lions recently distributed $20,000 to six local charities, including $2,500 to the WDMH Foundation. Funds will be directed to the Expanding the Circle of Compassionate Care campaign in support of the new Dundas Manor.
“The Morrisburg Lions Club is pleased to continue their support to help build the new Dundas Manor,” notes Lions President Linda Robinson.
Iroquois Giving Day
Iroquois, Ontario is a friendly town, and its residents like to make a difference. And they certainly did during Iroquois Giving Day earlier this fall. It was an initiative inspired by Carolyn Froats, owner of The Hair Studio Family Hair Care, along with stylists Marion Hutchison and Kim Lambert. Together, they encouraged other businesses in the Iroquois Plaza to join the effort to raise funds for the new Dundas Manor.
It began with Tracy Easter of Coconut Bash who donated 40% of her sales for one month, resulting in a $400 donation. The Hair Studio Family Hair Care team donated $925 from haircuts, tips and yard sale items. And finally, The Country Blossom joined in, donating $100 from used book sales and a personal donation.
Sherry’s in Williamsburg
It’s amazing how little things add up!
Over the past few months, there has been a donation bin at Sherry’s Store in Williamsburg – front and centre so customers couldn’t miss it. Owner Sherry Mowat and her daughter Kayla Helliker asked customers to donate their spare change to help build the new Dundas Manor. And they did!
“We have a great community and they stepped up for a great cause,” says Sherry.
But things didn’t stop there. Sherry chose to match everything donated by her customers. And the grand total is $1,624!
Chevaliers de Columb Conseil 7743 in Marionville
The Chevaliers de Colomb Conseil 7743 in Marionville has been supporting local communities since 1981. Their website explains that Knights of Columbus members lead a life of faith in action, a life of boldness in brotherhood, a life worth living.
Now, they are supporting residents at Dundas Manor – to live their best life too. Recently, two members from the Marionville club stopped by the Dundas Manor construction site to check out the new building and present a cheque for $1,000.
“The Knights of Columbus Marionville, Council 7743 is pleased to donate $1,000 for the construction of the new Dundas Manor. Our organization is a great supporter of community events and projects,” notes Réal Aubé, Secretary of Council and Treasurer Francois Marion.