$40,000 Donated to Three Local Organizations

Today at the President’s Luncheon, The Western Fair Association announced a series of monetary donations to three local organizations.

Easter Seals Camp Woodeden - $20,000

The Western Fair Association supports the efforts of Easter Seals Camp Woodeden in the transformation of the camp into Canada’s first year-round sports and recreation camp for kids with physical disabilities. These funds will support the creation of a state of the art Multi-Sport Gymnasium and Recreation Centre.

Palace Theatre - $15,000

The Western Fair Association is supportive of arts and culture in the City of London. Funds donated to the Palace Theatre will help facilitate their capital restoration project to bring the almost 80 year old venue back to its former glory. Funds supporting this restoration project will also create more community space and vastly improve the ease of access within the building. The preservation of the historic Palace Theatre emphasizes Western Fair Association’s support of community culture in London.

Salvation Army - Christmas Hamper Program - $5,000

The Western Fair has been a long-time supporter of the Salvation Army and the funds donated will directly support the vital Christmas Hamper Program which provides food baskets, children’s gifts and clothing for families in need at Christmas time. Western Fair Association values the contribution this service makes to the London community.

All funds are donated from Western Fair’s Community Enhancement Fund, established from a 1% collection of slot machine revenue.

For more information please contact:

Heather Blackwell
Corporate Affairs Coordinator
Western Fair Association
(519) 438-7203 EX 288
hblackwell@westernfair.com