Over $1,400 has been raised for the Women’s House as a result of a virtual event held to celebrate International Women’s Day.
Bruce County says on March 10, its communities came together to celebrate the day in an event hosted in partnership by the Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey and Bruce County’s Business to Bruce program.
The 56 attendees listened to keynote speaker Sarain Fox, a dancer, choreographer, stylist, activist, brand ambassador, television host, content producer, and storyteller, who shared her life journey in finding her authentic self. She also spoke about the importance of kindness, the power of believing in oneself, and creating new opportunities during change.
Instead of purchasing tickets, the attendees donated money to the Women’s House.
Community and Fund Development Coordinator for Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey Michelle Lamont says Fox’s energy was contagious.
“Her inspiring words around knowing your impact and being your authentic self will motivate and inspire many within our community to achieve their goals,” says Lamont. “As women and allies, we can stand together against any bias and inequities and make changes we need to provide a better future for our children.”
The county says together, they are able to build capacity within the county’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and close the gaps in service of women entrepreneurs.
Warden Janice Jackson adds Bruce County’s Business to Bruce program is proud to partner with the Women’s House annually to raise funds and awareness for the inspiring work being done by their team.
“There are so many reasons to celebrate the inspiring and powerful women in Bruce and Grey counties, and our community continually rallies around this cause,” says Jackson.
An online auction was held in addition to the online event, hosted by Nuclear Promise X (NPX), and offered locally purchased items for bid donated by Women’s House sponsors. The auction was able to raise over $1,200 for the Women’s House.
Interim CAO Christine MacDonald says, “the overwhelming support for the Women’s House Serving Grey and Bruce from the community is humbling and the community members who received the Women of Distinction awards are of profound influence within Bruce County.”
Meag Durkin and Anne Eadie were unveiled as the two inspiring and deserving community members recognized at the event as the recipients of the annual Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey Women of Distinction awards.