We’re in a lovely stretch of summer weather - hope you’re out there enjoying all the great things that summer brings.

Here’s a little catch-up from the Children’s Foundation:

CFM Board of Directors - There have been some changes to our board as long standing Directors Morris Hudasek and Jennifer Smith have both moved on to new ventures. Morris has been with us since the beginning (1992!) and has helped shape and direct the Foundation in so many critical ways. How do you say thanks for such a long and important contribution? Morris will be missed but remains a Friend of the Foundation and a wise past Board member to consult with. Jen spent many years with us as well and we are grateful for her many contributions. Myke Malone has joined the Board effective July 1st. We look forward to all that Myke brings from his many years of community involvement In Muskoka. Finally, we are looking for a Board secretary! Interested or know someone who might be? Drop us a line at info@childrenofmuskoka.com.

Santa’s Village 2024 Colour Fun Run - On Saturday June 15th, over 850 runners gathered at Santa’s Village Bracebridge for the inaugural festive and colourful 3 km Fun Run! It was a beautiful day for a run in the woods and was a huge success for the CFM as about $5000 was raised for under-resourced kids in Muskoka! A big thanks to Mike White, Tatiana Sutherland and their team for making it happen. Plans are already underway for next year - the CFM is so grateful to continue to be a partner in this great event!

The Brownie Memorial Golf Tournament and Classic Cottage Weekend - The inaugural ‘Brownie’ was held at the Grandview Golf Club on June 22nd. An incredible $50,000 was raised for the Mike Brown Fund for Youth in Sport which is managed by the CFM to support kids in need to participate in sports and recreation opportunities. What an incredible achievement by Myke Malone, Jessica Brown and their team of organizers and volunteers. We are so grateful and appreciative of their efforts and this great donation to the CFM - we can only imagine how proud Mike would be!

Upcoming Events - the CFM is looking forward to being part of the SWS Ladies Night and Water Ski Shows in Port Carling. Hope to see you there! On Sunday September 8th, Windermere House is hosting a beautiful High Tea in support of the Children’s Foundation. Seating is limited - tickets go on sale soon. Keep an eye on our social media feeds and our website. Finally, the staff, the Board of Directors and Friends of the Foundation are so excited to be gearing up for our 20th annual fundraising Gala at Windermere House this November. Tickets sold out in less than a month! We are looking forward to resurrecting this long standing traditional fund raiser for the CFM. On behalf of all of us at the Foundation, we hope you and your families have a wonderful and safe summer! Thanks for your continued support of the Children’s Foundation of Muskoka.

Dave.