Apply for the Community Food Security Grant today!

Tanya Noyes • April 27, 2023

Apply for the new Community Food Security Grant

United Way Leeds & Grenville (UWLG) seeks to reduce poverty in our community through many means. Food Security is defined as the state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. Food insecurity, for many in our community, is often a result of complex issues resulting in insufficient means to obtain nutritious and affordable food. These could include families with children, employed people whose low wages don’t cover basic living essentials, individuals on social assistance, and Canadians living on a fixed income, which includes seniors and people with disabilities.

Our community relies on many programs in our community to supplement food needs. As such, UWLG is introducing, with the support of many community partners, the Community Food Security Grant. This one-time grant will encourage innovative and collaborative responses to food insecurity in our community. United Way will provide grants of up to $10,000 to support organizations in Leeds & Grenville to deliver one or more of the following:

· Purchase and distribution of food and other basic necessities to individuals.

· Prepare and deliver nutritious meals to L&G community's homeless and most vulnerable citizens on a regular basis; could include community meals and school meals.

· Enhance and/or expand existing food delivery programs to support more individuals who are hungry and in need.

· Nurtured local garden and growing programs that support the growth and increased consumption of fresh food amongst participants—helping to build valuable gardening skills and a sense of community in the process.

· Programs that deliver education and skills building programming to community members accessing services who are at risk of experiencing food insecurity.

NOTE: Please DO NOT complete this application if you DO NOT fall into one (1) of the following categories:

1. Registered Charity

2. Other qualified Donee (according to Canada Revenue Agency - CRA)

3. Incorporated Not-For-Profit

4. Indigenous Governing Body

**You must be registered as one of the above to qualify for this funding.

The application can be found here: https://myform.uwlg.org/form/frhe6mlu2j3/

Apply here!

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United Way Leeds & Grenville announces the Ultimate Burger Battle campaign raised over $5,000

By Tanya Noyes • December 11, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Leeds & Grenville, ON – December 11, 2025 United Way Leeds & Grenville announces the Ultimate Burger Battle campaign raised over $5,000 with more than 2,000 burgers sold at participating establishments during the November 1–30, 2025 Thank you to our event sponsors: Henderson Digital Marketing & Printing, Hometown TV12, Giant FM 103.7 and MyFM 104.9 for bringing Leeds and Grenville a burger month with purpose, blending flavour with philanthropy and competition. We are grateful to our community partners who elevated this event and made it possible with more than $7,000 provided through gift in kind support. The 2025 campaign saw 13 eateries participate, each devising a unique burger creation to sell throughout the month. At the end of it all, United Way Leeds & Grenville delivered special awards to the top performing restaurants and thanked everyone for their participation by celebrating their efforts with a big cheque. The most coveted award is ULTIMATE BURGER of the YEAR. After tallying the scores, Stoodley's Kitchen and Beverage (9 Water St, Elgin) came out on top, making their Smoke Show the Ultimate Burger of 2025. It featured: two 3oz fresh chuck smash patties seared to perfection and stacked with crispy bacon, melted cheddar, crispy fried onions, shredded lettuce, pickles, and a sweet smoky BBQ sauce — all on a toasted brioche bun. Big crunch, bigger flavor. Over the course of the month, 7 ambassadors were asked to sample the burger menu at each restaurant and rank them on presentation, taste, originality and overall execution. Cedar Valley Golf & Country Club (7041 County Rd 29, Elizabethtown), was runner up with their True North Burger and 1000 Islands Brewery (65 King Street West, Brockville) took 3 rd with their Better Mac Burger. The title of Most Ultimate Burgers Sold will be awarded to Karra’s Burgers & Fries (329 Stewart Blvd, Brockville), who sold a total of 431 Pump Up the Jam burgers. Finally, throughout the month, fans were able to vote for their favourite burger, with the top three receiving the People’s Choice award. People’s Choice Ultimate Burger will be awarded to: • 1st Place: Karra’s Burger & Fries (329 Stewart Blvd, Brockville) • 2nd Place: Stoodley's Kitchen and Beverage (9 Water St, Elgin) • 3rd Place: Sam’s Grill (50 King St E, Brockville) On December 12, local leaders from Rideau Lakes joined us at Stoodley’s Kitchen and Beverage to celebrate their impressive accomplishment in this years Ultimate Burger Battle. Mayor Hoogenboom recognized the restaurants strong contribution to local economic development, while United Way highlighted how their participation demonstrates the strength of rural communities and what is possible when an establishment fully embraces this event. Located in the heart of Rideau Lakes a municipality of nearly 11,000 residents Stoodley’s delivered outstanding results. Not only did they earn the highest scoring burger at 92% but they also achieved the second highest number of burgers sold and the second highest number of People’s Choice votes. Funds raised through the Ultimate Burger Battle support local food initiatives that provide nutritious food to individuals families and seniors in need throughout our community. To learn more please visit https://www.uwlg.org/ . About United Way Leeds & Grenville United Way Leeds & Grenville is dedicated to improving lives and building a stronger community. We focus on critical issues such as food security, homelessness, housing, mental health, addictions, and supports for children and youth. Through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to community, we strive to create vibrant, caring communities where everyone can thrive. – 30 – Media Contact: Melissa Hindman, Director of Resource Development for United Way Leeds & Grenville Phone: 613-342-8889 ext.26 Email: melissa.hindman@uwlg.org