A Gift from the Heart — Investing in North Simcoe’s Future
Double Your Impact.
Help Us Grow to $250,000.
Every gift made today helps strengthen our community tomorrow.
Together,
We Can Do More
The Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund was established in 2023 through the generosity of local philanthropists Marc Wayne and Julie Coleman.
Administered by the Huronia Community Foundation, the Fund supports initiatives that improve lives across Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny, Tay and Beausoleil First Nation.
Now, Marc and Julie are inviting the community to join them.
Through a special Matching Donation Challenge, they will match every dollar donated to the Fund, helping grow it to $250,000 by 2027.
Together, we can provide even more support to the organizations creating lasting change throughout our region.
Supporting What Matters Most
Every donation helps fund projects focused on:
- Food Security
- Mental health
- Education, literacy and training
- Healthy living
- Environmental leadership
- Arts and culture
From helping families access nutritious food to supporting youth programs, seniors, environmental initiatives and community organizations, your donation stays local and creates lasting impact.
Donate today by choosing the Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund.
Already Making a Difference
Since 2023, the Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund has:
- Awarded more than $320,000
- Supported 60 local charities and organizations
- Invested in innovative projects that strengthen our community
In 2026 alone, 18 organizations received funding through the Fund.
Askennonia Senior Centre
Set It and Share It Slow Cooker (multi-year funding)
Beausoleil First Nation
Keeping the Kids Active
BGC North Simcoe
Outreach Support “Invisible Work”
Big Brothers Big Sisters North Simcoe
Tickets to Success
CLH Foundation
Fresh Approaches to Bridging the Gap
Community Reach North Simcoe
FoodREACH Plus (multi-year funding)
Gateway Centre for Learning
Forward Into Work (multi-year funding)
Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre
Camp Hope (multi-year funding)
Georgian Bay Food Network
Fresh Food and Produce Purchasing (multi-year funding)
Midland Public Library
Building Cultural Programming at MPL (multi-year funding)
Quest Art School + Gallery
Youth Creative Explorations Workshops
Society of St. Vincent de Paul St. Margaret’s Conference
Midland Public Transit Pass
St. Theresa’s Catholic High School
Superstars Program
The Guesthouse Shelter
Fitness Program
Vox Huronia Community Choir
Necessary Equipment (Risers)
Warm and Cozy Children’s Charity
Expanding Studio
We Are the Villagers
Villager Kids North Simcoe
youthLEADarts Inc.
youthLEADS Water Protectors (multi-year funding)
Help Us Reach Our Goal
We’re working together to grow the Fund to $250,000 by 2027, ensuring even more local organizations can receive the support they need.
With every donation matched, your generosity goes twice as far.
Donate today by choosing the Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund.
