2008 Projects

Davenport Unites

On January 5th 2008, the Davenport community was devastated by a horrific fire which left several families on Franklin Avenue homeless. This was a shocking blow to our community.

Franklin Ave. is the next street over from the garden. We were shocked by the news of the fire, affecting our neighbours. We wanted to get into action to help these people, but were not sure what or how to help. Then the City Councilor's office contacted me, and together we were able to gather a community group to make a plan to help these people. The first thing that the councilors office did was to send out this letter.

"Our office, along with the community, has been working very hard to assist these families. We were overwhelmed with joy to see the kindness of the community. I would like to take this moment to thank everyone for all the donations made. While we are no longer accepting clothing or small household items, the Franklin Fire Trust is still active and any donation will greatly assist these families."

Monetary Donations can be made at any TD Canada Trust to the "Franklin Avenue Fire Trust Fund": - Account Number 5220430 - Transit Number 01216

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The Trust Fund is no longer active, but check the news letter regarding the Fund Raiser for the amount of money raised.