The Women’s Business Network of Peterborough (WBN) has donated $5,632.35 to the YWCA Peterborough Haliburton in support of the organization’s programs and safe spaces for women and children fleeing gender-based violence.
The funds were raised in December at WBN’s annual holiday gala, which included an online auction open to the public and a silent auction available to WBN members during the gala.
For more than 30 years, WBN has supported YWCA Peterborough Haliburton, including through its annual holiday gala.
“We couldn’t be more grateful to the WBN and to all of their members who donated so generously to make this event such a success,” said Tina Thornton, YWCA Peterborough Haliburton’s philanthropy director, in a media release. “Their support is making a difference in the lives of those experiencing gender-based violence.”
YWCA Peterborough Haliburton operates the Crossroads Shelter in Peterborough, the Support Team for Abuse Response Today (START) program, the Transitional Housing and Outreach program, the Family Court Support program, the Women’s Well-Being counselling and peer support program, and provides basic necessities and food for women and children staying in safe spaces.
WBN is a networking organization for women in the Peterborough area who want to enhance and expand their business contacts and grow their businesses, including through monthly member meetings from September to June. For more information, visit wbnptbo.ca.
