Following recent news reports of near empty shelves at the Agapè Centre Food Bank, management and staff at Parisien Manor decided to hold a food drive to help. The food drive was held from July 9th to July 25th, and donations came in from staff and resident...
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What do polar bears and hockey players have in common?
Two BRAND NEW fundraisers about to hit the scene at the Agapè Centre - an Alumni Canadiens Hockey Game and a PolarBear Dip! Mark your calendars NOW -December 09, 2012 and February 18, 2013 to support and cheer on some of the superstars involved whether they are...
Beverly Tire – Great Community Contributor
Scott Noonan, Manager Beverly Tire in Cornwall presents a cheque to Alyssa Blais, Executive Director of the Agape Centre for $286.94. The money was raised through a recent fundraising BBQ at Beverly Tire.
Hunger doesn’t take a vacation
Childhood hunger is a reality all year and summer is the hardest time without school breakfast and snack programs. The extent of hunger among children reflects the circumstances of their parents. Parents are ultimately responsible for ensuring that their children are...
Food Bank receives a much needed donation!
Many staff members at the Agapè Centre were leaping for joy when Chris Quenville stopped in and presented a cheque for $1,000 to help with the food bank! Receiving the $1,000 is very much needed at this time of the year because this is a time were donations are...
1st Annual Car Wash and BBQ
On Thursday, July 19th from 10:00am to 2:00pm, Beverly Tire & Auto is having a Car Wash & BBQ Fundraiser at 1920 McConnell Avenue to help the Agapè Centre. Bring your dirty vehicle to Beverly Tire & Auto and have lunch while you wait!
WHAT HUNGER DOES TO KIDS
While everybody has experienced the discomfort of mild hunger at some point, most people living in Canada don’t know the full extent of negative effects that hunger can have on the human body. Along with the negative physical effects, hunger can also lead to serious...
Agapè’s Yard Sale – July 7th, 2012
On Saturday, July 7th from 8:00am to 1:00pm, the Agapè Centre is having a fantastic outdoor YARD sale. Location: 40 Fifth St W, Cornwall Items for sale include: furniture, dishes, toys, crafts and grab bags for the kids and much, much more! Make sure you come and...
Dynamic Closures – a great community supporter!
Kudos to Dynamic Closures who provided a cash donation of $2,000 to the Agapè Centre to buy food at the fruition of a twitter campaign. Mission Peanut Butter Mission PB began with a single tweet in January. The idea was to collect 100 jars of peanut butter in 2 days...
Agapè’s Weeding Out Hunger Harvest Dinner & Auction
Join us in celebrating the second season of the Agapè Centre's "Weeding Out Hunger" Garden. Enjoy a fresh buffet dinner and live auction. All proceeds will be used for next year's garden. We are proud to say that Thousands of people were served fresh produce in our...
