GBF director of programs, Ashley Marr, joins Mike this episode to discuss this year’s Christmas Hamper food drive in Grimsby. Along the way, Ashley explains what her organization needs, how […]
Grimsby Benevolent Fund will host its Annual General Meeting Sept. 30 at its Wellness Hub at 19 Elm St. Starting at 6 p.m., the event will celebrate GBF’s achievements, successes […]
Niagara Nutrition Partners (NNP) donated $20,000 in Food Basics grocery gift cards to the Grimsby Benevolent Fund (GBF) to distribute to families with children registered for the Grimsby organization’s Back-To-School […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow It’s ironic, said Father Antonio Illas, that the people who work so hard to maintain our food security in Niagara would have so little of it […]
By Mike Williscraft NewsNow Like every organization and business, Grimsby Benevolent Fund has felt the impacts caused by COVID-19 and the repeated shutdowns which have accompanied fluctuating levels. Those involved […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow Basil isn’t just for seasoning, it has stress-beating properties that are perfect for aiding mental wellness this Mental Health Awareness Month. GBF has been handing out […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow One hundred individuals around Grimsby will be receiving a special care package from GBF, filled with a variety of items all included to help promote wellness. […]
A lot of events have been shelved for 2020 but Grimsby’s Santa Claus Parade and firefighers food drive won’t be on that list. Saturday, Dec. 5, the traditional day for […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow Wellness services are on their way to Grimsby. The Grimsby Benevolent Fund (GBF) unveiled its new ‘Wellness Hub’ located in the old Woolverton Church Building on […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow It’s easy to take back-to-school shopping for granted, but some households will struggle with the expenses. Local community support groups are here to help. The Grimsby […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow ’Safety’ is the watch word at the Grimsby Benevolent Fund (GBF) as the charity organization opens up with limited capacity. Although the thrift store, donation drop-off […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow Help feed hope this Saturday by leaving front porch donation for the Grimsby Benevolent Fund’s (GBF) food bank. As part of a community effort, volunteers from […]
By Tristan Marks NewsNow The Forty Public House wrapped up its Fridays in February live music series with one last event in support of Grimsby Benevolent Fund (GBF) on Feb […]
Visitors to the Grimsby Santa Claus Parade on Saturdaywould have noticed the Town’s firefighters gathering donation bags for GBF. These items are for GBF’s Christmas hamper program, but the organization […]
Mountainview Christian Reformed Church members got in the giving spirit last month for their Serve Saturday. About 50 people gathered in the church gymnasium for breakfast before shifting focus to […]
Grimsby Benevolent Fund will host a free pre-parade event on-site before Grimsby’s Santa Claus parade this Saturday, Dec. 7. GBF will celebrate the community’s holiday spirit and give thanks for […]
Everytime a bell rings an angel gets its wings. The Grimsby Benevolent Fund (GBF) and Giant Tiger Grimsby have teamed up in hopes getting a lot of bells rung with […]
By Mike Williscraft NewsNow Another grab bag this week in an attempt to cover some ground… Judging by the response Monday night, I would have to say Grimsby’s Mayor Jeff […]
GBF has put out a call for anyone willing to help prepare this year’s Christmas hampers to help those struggling in the community. Volunteers can help out by coming to […]
The Grimsby Firefighters Association is once again lending a hand to help GBF with its Christmas Hamper program. The firefighters will be at the front of the Grimsby Christmas parade […]