The Rotary Club of Barrie is thrilled to share the incredible success of our first Charity Fair! With over 400 attendees and a total of $3,155 raised from the prize table, this event exemplified the power of community coming together for a good cause. The funds raised will be distributed among the participating charities and organizations, based on the number of tokens they collected at their booths. This unique token system allowed attendees to directly support causes close to their hearts while enjoying the event’s many attractions.
Each booth was filled with valuable information and engaging displays, but a few highlights made the day especially memorable. At Sweet Charity’s booth, a delightful dog stole the show by collecting tokens from attendees and dropping them into the donation bucket—a crowd favourite! Habitat for Humanity added a festive touch with Santa Claus himself, giving attendees the opportunity to take photos with the big man in red. Adding to the holiday spirit, the Glowing Hearts carollers serenaded the crowd with Christmas songs, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere inside Bradford Greenhouses despite the chilly weather outside.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the Rotarians who contributed their time and efforts to make this event such a success. Your dedication and hard work truly embody the spirit of Rotary. We are immensely proud of what we achieved together and look forward to continuing our efforts to support local charities and organizations.
Stay tuned for more updates on our future events and initiatives. Together, we’re making a difference in our community!