Our Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Board is selling fudge!

Tanya Noyes • March 15, 2023

Our Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Board is selling fudge!

The United Way Youth to Youth board, a youth-driven committee that represents the voices of young people in Leeds & Grenville, has partnered with a local business, the O’Mally Kourt Fudgery, for its first fundraiser of 2023. 

 

18 flavours of fresh fudge, including two limited-edition Easter specials, are available and can be purchased at a price of $11 per half-pound. There is also a coupon option for those who wish to visit and support the shop in person (they also make a great gift). All profits from this fundraiser will help fulfil the mission of the board: to raise awareness and support vulnerable youth in the community. 


How to order:

Place your order by April 3, 2023 at 12pm.

Pick up will be on April 8 from 10am to 12pm at 42 George Street, Brockville.

Order by downloading the order form below and placing your order with a Y2Y Board member or with Wendy at our office. Contact Wendy at admin@uwlg.org or by calling 613-342-8889.


FAQ:

Q. Can I pay once I receive the fudge?

A. No, we need to receive the payment before making our order.

 

Q. Can I go into the United Way and pay cash now?

A. Yes we accept cash, debit, credit card or eft at the United Way office.

 

Q. I can’t pick up the fudge on Saturday, April 8 th, can we hold it for me to pick up later?

A. Any order unclaimed on Saturday will be held at the United Way of Leeds & Grenville for pick-up during regular office hours.

 

Q. I am allergic to ___________ can I have this fudge?

A. Please call the O’Mally Kourt Fudgery at (613) 349-6302.


Click on the order form below to download it. 


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