A local citizens group has announced plans to provide financial support to several community organizations.
In 1971, the village of Drayton was in need of a medical facility. A group of dedicated residents decided to form the Drayton and Community Citizens’ Association in an effort to raise funds for the project. Their goal was accomplished in 1972 with the building of the Drayton Medical Clinic. In 1988, the association sold the clinic to its two doctors at the time, Dr. Chris Donald, and Dr Jack Veenstra for $120,000.
In the spirit of using these funds to the benefit of the local residents, the Community Citizen’s Association made it their mission to support local groups and organizations. Each year an advertisement is placed in the Community News inviting written requests for monetary support. The association have handed out donations totalling over $176,000.
This year funds were awarded to The Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation, Mapleton Pre-school, New Life Counselling, Drayton Minor Hockey, Drayton and District Figure Skating, Drayton Minor Ball and Mapleton Historical Society. A pledge was also made to the proposed Drayton Skate Park.
“The directors and members of the Drayton and Community Citizens’ Association would also like to thank Rob Brunkard for his charitable donation to the ongoing efforts of the group,” the assocation states in a May 13 press release.
Anyone interested in becoming a member, more information about the association, or exploring charitable giving opportunities is urged to contact Mary Downey @ 519-638-2912 or email maryjdowney@msn.com.
