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Donation deadline
Grace United Church announced a donation deadline of today; the brief notice gives no list of requested items or drop off instructions. Contact the church directly for what to bring and where to drop donations before the deadline.
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Coldest Night of the Year — donation drive
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton is still accepting donations for the Coldest Night of the Year drive through March 31, 2026. Complete pledges or give online at the campaign page www.cnoy.org/sarniabay, every dollar helps support local housing and shelter work.
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Coldest Night of the Year fundraising shortfall
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton is $2,000 short of its Coldest Night of the Year fundraising goal and asks for donations by March 31, 2026. Donate at www.cnoy.org/sarniabay to help fund windows, doors, and paint that turn houses into hopeful homes.
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Sarnia-Lambton Small Business Grant Program
Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership launched a Small Business Grant Program awarding ten grants of up to $4,000 to eligible Lambton County businesses. Applications are open online until April 10, 2026, so local business owners should review the program page and apply before the deadline.
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Client Holiday Gift Campaign pasta fundraiser
Buy a $20 ticket to support Lambton Elderly Outreach's Client Holiday Gift Campaign and pick up a ready made pasta meal at the Dante Club on April 30, 2026 between 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM. Tickets must be purchased and paid for in cash at the LEO office before April 23, so plan ahead to support local elders.
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Ruff Ride Fundraising Event
Join the Ruff Ride Fundraising Event on August 9th, 2026, to support the Sarnia & District Humane Society, which successfully raised $4000.00 for animals in need.
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March Bagel Madness
March Bagel Madness donates one dollar from every dozen sold at The Bagel Factory during March 2026 to United Way of Sarnia-Lambton. Pick up a dozen to support local programs or visit the provided link to donate directly and learn more.
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Lost & Found notice
Sipkens Nurseries reports the Family Space, Giant Sandbox, and Natural Playspace are finished for the season and many items were left behind. Families should claim belongings by 2026-04-01, because any unclaimed items will be donated after that date.
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Green Shirt Day awareness post
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter marks Green Shirt Day on April 7 to honor Logan Boulet and promote organ donation. The post notes that after the April 2018 Humboldt Broncos crash more than 150,000 Canadians registered as organ donors, and it asks people to wear green, share his story, and talk about donor registration using the provided links.
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Branch election volunteer call
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 172 will hold its election night meeting on April 8, 2026, and nominations are now open for branch positions. Branch members who can give time are encouraged to consider running, with details available through the branch's usual communication channels.
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Empty Bowls fundraiser
Bid on one of a kind handmade bowls at the Empty Bowls fundraiser on April 9, 2026, supporting The Inn of the Good Shepherd. The event features Celebrity Bowls with Sarah and Hilary from FOX Mornings and other local media personalities, with proceeds benefitting shelter services.
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Volunteer Appreciation Night
Sarnia Hockey Association is holding SHA Volunteer Appreciation Night for volunteers on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, with an explicit note that the event is not on Monday. The brief notice lists only the date and organizer, so volunteers should contact the association for time, venue, and any sign up requirements.
