by Angela Campbell | Jan 6, 2022 | Fundraising, Stories
Devoted and proud mother, community activist, civic leader, music and dog lover, business entrepreneur, world traveller and mentor to many. I never knew Valerie Kines; such is my loss for such a power house of determination and positive will in order to create a...
by Angela Campbell | Dec 20, 2021 | Fundraising, Stories
When you first meet Dave, you know you’ve met a genuine person, someone who says it like it is and means what he says. Dave also has a propensity for giving, kindness, and assisting those who need a helping hand – probably from behind the scenes. Dave isn’t...
by Angela Campbell | Dec 16, 2021 | Fundraising, Stories
For 7 years Ed Myers from Avalon Windows and Doors has been supporting Habitat for Humanity Thousand Islands in a big way. A successful Brockville business man since 2004, Ed knows that it isn’t all about making money but also giving back. It means being connected...
by Angela Campbell | Dec 9, 2021 | Fundraising, Stories
I had the pleasure of talking to Thomas McKenna about his experience with Habitat for Humanity Thousand Islands volunteerism. Thomas is a 17 year old student who is part of a program called Special High Skills Majors at South Grenville High School in Prescott. His...
by Angela Campbell | Nov 26, 2021 | Fundraising, Stories
Tom Smith knows the feeling of doing good deeds for someone without expecting anything in return and giving back to his community. If probably started earlier than his teen years but he remembers well going to Africa in high school to help build a home for a family...
by Angela Campbell | Nov 15, 2021 | Fundraising, ReStore, Stories
Vicki, Our Habitat for Humanity Thousand Islands Brockville ReStore Manager It is said that Habitat for Humanity ReStore managers are Masters of Chaos and our Brockville ReStore Manager can attest to that! Vicki is a self-professed juggler of activities and ideas. ...