Ontario Construction News staff writer
The RONA Foundation has announced a donation of more than $515,000 to 150 organizations across Canada, aimed at improving living conditions and access to housing for vulnerable populations. The funds were raised through the Home Sweet Home campaign, which ran from Sept, 1 to Oct. 7.
The campaign involved RONA employees and customers who contributed to support initiatives for victims of domestic violence, low-income families, and individuals with disabilities or mental health challenges. Each local RONA team selected the organizations to benefit from the donations.
“This year’s campaign demonstrated the commitment of our network to create positive change in our communities,” said Josée Lafitte, Director of the RONA Foundation. “Together, we can make a significant impact in the lives of those most in need.”
Fundraising efforts took place in all corporate RONA stores, selected distribution centers, and participating affiliated stores nationwide. Donations were collected through in-store checkouts and online purchases at rona.ca.
“Our troops were particularly motivated this year! Our in-store and distribution centre teams were particularly moved by the current housing crisis and were even more committed because each team had the opportunity to choose the local organization they supported. I would like to thank everyone who contributed so generously to this very dear cause!” explains Catherine Laporte, President of the RONA Foundation’s Board of Directors and Senior Vice-President, Marketing and Customer Experience at RONA inc.
Click on one of the following links to find out how much has been donated to the organizations supported in each region:
For more details on the distribution of funds by region, links are available for specific provinces and territories.
The RONA Foundation, established in 1998, focuses on philanthropic activities that improve the quality of life for Canadians in need. Its mission includes aiding victims of domestic violence, low-income families, and individuals facing disabilities or mental health issues.
