A local foundation specializing in the strength and well-being of local students will be benefiting from the purchase of Smile Cookies in the area.
The Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation was selected as the charitable partner for this year’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign in Madoc and Marmora at a launch event on Thursday.
This annual campaign is held across Canada April 27 to May 3, where Tim Hortons donates 100% of the proceeds from these iconic smiling cookies to local charities and community groups.
Every dollar raised will benefit Food for Learning programs in all schools where student nutrition programs are available.
The Smile Cookie campaign provides necessary funding to help the HPELF maintain student nutrition programs throughout Hastings and Prince Edward.
“Every cookie purchased represents a meal or snack provided in a local school,” stated Kellie Brace, Executive Director of The Learning Foundation.
“It is a true community effort when we come together to ensure our students are well fed and ready to excel in the classroom, providing them with the best possible start for a successful day of learning.
With over 7,100 students participating in a Food for Learning program every school day, I want to extend a sincere thank you on behalf of every student for making this possible.”
To help sustain this vital work, the HPELF is encouraging community members, businesses, and local organizations to place a bulk Smile Cookie order by using a form for pickup in Madoc or Marmora.
If you would like to support the campaign by volunteering your time to decorate cookies, please contact info@hpelf.ca today.
