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Race to Erase 2026 — Fundraiser
Registration is open for Race to Erase 2026 with BGC Sarnia-Lambton entering five teams and inviting teams of four to take part in community challenges. There is no registration fee, and you can register or donate to individual teams at the event site to support local kids and youth.
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May & June donation campaign for mental health
The Raven Heart is running a May and June donation campaign, offering all Karma Classes by donation with proceeds supporting local mental health in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association. Classes meet Sunday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, and a selection of free classes will be offered during Mental Health Week; register via the MINDBODY app or message The Raven Heart.
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May $6K Community Giveaway
The May $6K Community Giveaway invites professional, volunteer, and retired First Responders across Ontario to apply for community project funding. Applications are open from May 1 to June 10, 2026, and the online form and details are available at medallioninsurance.ca/medallion6kgiveaway/.
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Smile Cookie Decorating Volunteer Shift
BGC Sarnia-Lambton needs volunteers to decorate Smile Cookies at the Forest location on May 2 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The two hour shift requires no experience, is social and suitable for friends, and you can sign up by emailing skiernan@bgcsarnia.com.
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Foodbank Sunday Donations
Grace United Church is collecting nonperishable food items and monetary gifts for the Inn of the Good Shepherd on Foodbank Sunday, May 3. Drop donations in baskets by the sanctuary or Cathcart entrances, or place money in your weekly envelope under other and designate Inn to support the Grace Inn fund.
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Smile Cookie fundraiser
BGC Sarnia-Lambton reports 5,176 Smile Cookies sold by the end of Day 4 at Forest Tim Hortons, with three days left to buy or place bulk pre-orders with delivery. The campaign thanks community members, volunteers, and local businesses, and lists pjain@bgcsarnia.com for bulk orders and questions.
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Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge
The Raven Heart launches its annual Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge to raise funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent, with Bingo cards available for a minimum donation of $5 in the storefront. They are also running May and June Karma Classes, including three extra free classes during Mental Health Week, all booked through the MINDBODY app.
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Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge
The Raven Heart is running a Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge during Mental Health Awareness Week, May 4 to May 10, with participants invited to card their bingo cards in studio for a minimum five dollar donation. All proceeds go to the Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent, providing an easy local way to support mental health services.
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Refined Fool Charity Takeover
Join Lambton County Developmental Services on Wednesday, May 6 from 4 to 9 PM for the Refined Fool Charity Takeover, where 15% of sales at Refined Fool Brewing Co. and Burger Rebellion will be donated to LCDS. Expect food, drinks, and a 50/50 draw to help raise funds for programs supporting people with developmental disabilities.
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Mother's Day gift basket raffle
Buy a raffle ticket at Local Motif between April 1 and May 5 for a chance to win a Mother's Day gift basket, with the draw on May 6, 2026. All proceeds go to the Sarnia & District Humane Society, and tickets are sold in person at Local Motif.
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100 Women Who Care meeting
100 Women Who Care in Sarnia Lambton meets on May 6, 2026 for a one hour giving circle where attendees hear brief presentations, cast one vote each, and direct a single collective gift to a local cause. The format is short and social, ideal for people who want to pool resources and make an immediate community impact.
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Board of Directors recruitment
The Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton is recruiting Board of Directors members and seeks candidates with experience in Finance, HR, Governance, Healthcare, political acumen, or lived experience. Applications are open until May 8, 2026; apply via the online form or email asslboard@alzheimersarnia.ca for questions.
