December 30, 2022, Six Nations – The Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation (SNGRDC) leads the way in company culture, seeing departments of SNGRDC; A6N, Chiefswood Park and Six Nations Bingo come together in support of the Six Nations community.
Together, SNGRDC, A6N and Chiefswood Park donated 55 turkey vouchers, five skids of water, two truckloads of food and over $16,300 to the Six Nations Food Bank.
These donations were made possible through SNGRDC teams pulling together and in proud partnership with local businesses; Route 54 and Kool Kidz Ice and Water.
Additionally, Six Nations Bingo donated $1,500 to the Iroquois Lodge. With help from departments across the SNGRDC, additional gifts consisted of PJ’s, robes, blankets, slippers, socks and puzzles.
Chiefswood Park collected donations at the 2nd Annual Holiday Festival to a sum of $1,182 which was donated to Ogwadeni:deo.
SNGRDC also donated over 50 new snowsuits and more than 15 pairs of winter boots to Social Services for distribution.
“It is incredible to see our team pull together for the community. We are always looking for ways to positively impact the community, but this was next level. Our company culture is one of teamwork and this is the perfect example of how a strong team can play a transformative role in our community.” said Matt Jamieson, President and CEO of SNGRDC.
The Six Nations Food Bank provides food services to community members residing on Six Nations who are facing economic and/or financial hardship. Ensuring the Six Nations community has access to food and programming that supports a nutritionally healthy lifestyle, as well as items that support healthy hygiene.
Iroquois Lodge is a long-term care home in the heart of Oshweken, with 50 beds, committed to serving Six Nations members. Staff provide 24-hour nursing and personal care as well as other services to support the daily lives of their residents.
Ogwadeni:deo is a child welfare agency ensuring the protection of Ogweho:weh children on the Six Nations Territory, in the City of Brantford and Brant County, while incorporating Haudenosaunee culture when working with families.
