Delta Bingo Partnership with Rotary Etobicoke
Making a Difference - Rotary Etobicoke and Delta Bingo St. Clair
In March 2024, Rotary Etobicoke partnered with Delta Bingo Etobicoke (formerly known as St. Clair) in Toronto. Through this collaboration, Rotary volunteers support Delta Bingo, which donates funds back to the club to be reinvested in community services, with allocations reviewed by Rotary Etobicoke's Community Service Committee. Since 2023, Delta Bingo has also partnered with the Ontario Charitable Gaming Association (OCGA) to support local charities and not-for-profits serving diverse community needs.
Below is the timeline of grants awarded with the Delta Bing support:
April 2025
On April 10, 2025, Rotary Etobicoke proudly presented a $6,000 cheque to LAMP Community Health Centre to support their Leadership Program and Recreational and Physical Activities Program for youth. Rotarian Gillian, Co-Chair of the Community Service Committee, handed over the cheque to Linda Frempong, Manager of Youth Programs, and Ojesemie (Jess) Bent, Community Health Worker (Youth Focus). These programs serve diverse and equity-deserving youth in Central and South Etobicoke, with a focus on MVP youth (African-Caribbean-Black, 2SLGBTQ+, and newcomer youth). They also provide tailored one-on-one support for individuals aged 10 to 29 with intellectual disabilities or specialized needs.
This initiative is part of Rotary Etobicoke’s commitment to investing in community services, with funds from Delta Bingo Etobicoke allocated to support local charities and not-for-profit organizations.
April 2025
On Tuesday, April 15, the Rotary Club of Etobicoke proudly presented a $5,000 cheque to Francesco Corsaro from Youth Without Shelter to support their Stay in School Program, thanks to funding from Delta Bingo Etobicoke!
The Stay in School Program provides long-term transitional housing for youth aged 16–24 who are committed to finishing their education, including a 20-bed facility at YWS and 5 beds at Helix House.
Youth facing homelessness often see their education disrupted or derailed. This program breaks down those barriers by offering a safe, stable place to live, food, clothing, transit, and ongoing guidance from dedicated staff and volunteers.
February 2025
In February 2025, Rotary Etobicoke’s Gillian Dugas, Chair of Community Services, presented a $3,500 cheque to Ernestine’s Women’s Shelter, supporting its vital services for women and children. This donation was made possible through our partnership with Delta Bingo Etobicoke whose contributions enable us to invest in community initiatives.
January 2025
On January, Rotary Etobicoke donated more $1,000 to Merit Awards through our Delta Bingo St. Clair fundraising efforts.
December 2024
On December 11th, Rotary Etobicoke proudly donated $5,000 to Merit Awards through our Delta Bingo Etobicoke fundraising efforts. This amount will be matched by two generous, anonymous donors, bringing the total to $10,000! These funds will provide: higher-value bursaries for deserving students, computers to support education and learning, and mentorship programs offering career advice and guidance. This initiative is part of the New Generations Services from Rotary Etobicoke.
December 2024
On December 3rd, Giving Tuesday, Rotary provided $3,500 to Elisa House, a shelter operated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Etobicoke. The funds will be used to buy appliances for the shelter, which has the capacity to support 42 people. In the photo, our member Andre Dugas is delivering the cheque to Laura Kiss, Director of Elisa House. The money was provided by Delta Bingo Etobicoke (formerly known St. Clair).
On December 3rd, Giving Tuesday, Rotary provided $3,500 to Elisa House, a shelter operated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Etobicoke. The funds will be used to buy appliances for the shelter, which has the capacity to support 42 people. In the photo, our member Andre Dugas is delivering the cheque to Laura Kiss, Director of Elisa House. The money was provided by Delta Bingo Etobicoke (formerly known St. Clair).
October 2024
On October 9th, Rotary Etobicoke presented the cheque ($3,000) to Derek Reid, the co-founder of Kids with Incarcerated Parents (KIP). KIP will use the funds to purchase much-needed clothing for children and youth in South Etobicoke and a new laptop for their institution. The clothing will help kids feel confident at school, while the laptop will support their diversion program, allowing more youth to participate virtually and potentially have their charges withdrawn. The money was provided by Delta Bingo Etobicoke (formerly known as St. Clair).
October 2024
Using the Delta Bingo funds, Rotary Etobicoke provided a cheque of $3,500 to Dorothy Lee Hospice. The donation will help provide meals and snacks to palliative clients.
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