Over 8 thousand dollars was presented to 10 Gilbert Plains community groups on Saturday.
The Gilbert Plains Community Fund held its annual Awards and Grant Recognition evening at the new community hall.
Charlene Gulak says it’s always been a special event for Gilbert Plains, noting it’s one of the first annual of the spring, which brings people together.
“What’s been so special this year is that the event has been held in the new community hall, which is just a wonderful facility. It’s one of the first events being held here and we’re just pleased moving forward to be able to have local celebrations.”
It was a night of big donations, both from the Community Fund and to the fund. Gulak notes they received two legacy donations that grew the fund by 35 thousand dollars.
“To receive a legacy donation like we did this last year, in particular, just really just represents how important and significant the fund is in supporting local community projects.”
The fund has practical value in charitable giving and supporting people’s own tax plans. Gulak says that’s something to be mindful of.
The list of recipients includes:
Richardson Pioneer Gilbert Plains Community Hall received $2,175,
Veselka Dancers were given $500,
and the Gilbert Plains Community Resource Council received $200.,
The Gilbert Plains Curling Club received $500,
The Gilbert Plains Recreation Commission was given $2,175,
Gilbert Plains Legion #98 received $700,
Heartland Lanes received $850,
the Gilbert Plains Personal Care Home received $700,
The Daily Discoveries, Inc. was given $250,
And the Gilbert Plains Drop-In Centre received $500.
