100 Women Who Care Norfolk Exceed $745,000 in Donations to 45 Norfolk charities since May 2014! What an accomplishment! How did we do it? One hundred dollars ($100) four times per year times 180+ members (Membership fluctuates). Over the past 10 years, our membership has grown to more than 180 members.
The successful recipient at the November 2025 meeting of $18,700 was the Cancer Support and Resource Program (CSRP) (presented by Pat Tebbs, sponsored by member Betty Ann Carty). The other charities selected to present were: HN Community Senior Support Services, presented by Cathy Haynes (sponsored by member Michelle Grummett) and LaSalette Area Rural Roots Community Hall presented by Sandra Rayner, sponsored by member Jo-Ann Beselaere.
The CSRP mission is to assist those touched by cancer to take charge of their choices. The CSRP networks with government & community agencies, institutions, businesses and service groups and offers a variety of emotional and supportive services. They fund their programs 100% through donations.
When accepted into the program, the cancer patient’s individual needs are reviewed. Depending on these needs, the CSRP can assist wih gas cards, grocery cards, pay for prescriptions, hospital equipment, utility bills and/or transportations costs to/from the hospital. A single person can receive up to $1000 in assistance, while a couple will receive up to $1250 and a family up to $1500. In 2025, more than $16,000 has been provided to Norfolk County cancer patients to assist with some of the above expenses.
In addition, the CSRP operates 3 support groups – 1 in Port Dover and 2 in Simcoe. These support groups have their own programs. As an example they may provide a dinner out, a mini vacation, or help with summer camp. Annually, they provide a free movie night at the Strand for those families touched by cancer.
To learn more details about this charity as well all previous successful charities, go to the “Charities” tab on this web site.
Are you someone who is interested in helping others but is stretched for time?
Do you want to be a part of an empowered group of women who want to make a direct, positive and immediate effect on the lives of others – right here in Norfolk County?
Would you like to network with other like-minded women in Norfolk County?
The February 11, 2026 Meeting will be held at the Army, Navy, Airforce building in Simcoe. The meeting will begin at 7 pm sharp.
Army, Navy & Air Force Bldg., 53 Water Street, Simcoe Corner of Culver & Water, Simcoe – enter off Culver Street.
2026 Meeting dates:
February 11, May 13, August 12, November 11. If you have questions, PLEASE CONTACT info@100womenwhocarenorfolk.ca for details.
What is this Organization? What is expected of me?
- There are four one hour meetings each year
- To become a member you are required to sign a Commitment Form agreeing to donate $100 per meeting, 4 times a year whether or not in attendance
- At each meeting, 3 representatives will make a 5 minute presentation on their charity
- After the presentation, the members will vote by secret ballot. The charity receiving the most votes will receive all the donations E.g. 100 members x $100 = $10,000
- The charity agrees that the funds will remain in Norfolk, will be used to benefit programs locally and will not be used for administrative costs
- Income tax receipts will be distributed once per year (February)