GUELPH – The Lakeside HOPE House board of directors announced is moving forward with the local charity’s first capital campaign.
The $2 million fundraising goal will facilitate the purchase of the former Norfolk United Church, the building the charity currently operates out of, as well as cover much-needed renovations and ongoing maintenance costs.
Leading the campaign as volunteer chair is Marissa Teeter, a long-time HOPE House supporter who is well-known in the Guelph community for her philanthropy and business leadership.
Teeter is the past-Chair and three-time honoree of the YMCA-YWCA’s Women of Distinction, an advisor to the Givesome Foundation and a recipient of the Guelph Mayor’s Award to name a few.
Professionally, Teeter is senior vice president, financial services with IG Wealth Management.
“I am thrilled and honoured to have the opportunity to do some amazing work with my community to ensure we all have a place to call home at HOPE House,” said Teeter.
