May 05, 2025

100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce donates record-breaking $33,200 to Victim Services Bruce Grey

Back row left to right - Danielle Thede, Brenda Vanderploeg, Beverlee Gateman, Peri Ongarato, Yvonne McCutcheon, Pam Kraft
Front row left to right - Lynda Legge, Paula Carere, Jane Hatley, Executive Director, Victim Services Bruce Grey, Debb Bodkin, Debbie Pegelo.

100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce proudly launched their 2025 giving season by presenting their largest donation to date — an impressive $33,200 — to Victim Services Bruce Grey. This organization supported over 1,400 individuals through crisis with trauma informed care and was selected by membership vote at the 100 Women Who Care April meeting.

“We are deeply honoured to receive this incredible support from 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce,” said Jane Hartley, Executive Director of Victim Services Bruce Grey. “Their generosity will have a direct and lasting impact, allowing us to reach more victims and survivors across our communities with critical, compassionate care when it is needed most.”

Victim Services Bruce Grey provides immediate emotional and practical assistance to individuals affected by crime, tragic circumstances, and disaster throughout Bruce and Grey Counties. Their team of trained staff and community volunteers operates 24/7, working closely with police, fire, EMS, and other emergency services to support victims during some of the most difficult moments in their lives.

In addition to crisis intervention and emotional support, the organization conducts needs assessments, safety planning, and referrals to long-term resources. They also administer emergency financial assistance through the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services’ Victim Quick Response Program.

The generous donation from 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce will help enhance Victim Service’s mobile trauma response service and expand outreach to ensure no victim is left without support. The organization continues to support a growing number of individuals with trauma-informed, culturally responsive care across both rural and urban communities.

Victim Services Bruce Grey welcomes both volunteers and donations to continue its vital work. To learn more, visit https://victim-services.com.

100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce is a grassroots philanthropic group that meets four times a year for just one hour. At each meeting, members each contribute $100 and vote to select one of three local charities presented. The charity receiving the most votes is awarded the full group donation allowing the collective to make a powerful impact, four times per year.

New members are always welcome. To join or learn more, visit https://100womengreybruce.ca

 

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