Noelle's Gift to Children
Noelle’s Gift to Children is an organization focused on supporting children in local communities. Established in 2014 in memory of Noelle Paquette a young school teacher that learned there were many students that required support to exceed daily. She would often bring school supplies and snacks into her classroom that brought a smile to students that came to school with little essentials to attend class. The foundation has assisted over 25,000 children annually since its founding. Its stated mission is to provide every child with opportunities for growth, emphasizing education, healthy development, and resilience. The organization's main areas of focus include supporting learning, nutrition, physical activity, and access to basic necessities that aid student success.
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Last updated on Feb 17th, 2026
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Light Up The Night For Noelle
Light Up The Night For Noelle is set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, presented by Noelle's Gift to Children. The event is nearly sold out, so register now via the organizer's race roster page to secure your spot and get event details.
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School Closets
Noelle's Gift to Children runs School Closets that provide school supplies, clothing, personal care items, and other necessities directly at school so staff can quietly support students. Donations such as backpacks and warm sweatshirts help kids feel confident and ready to learn, and community partners are thanked for keeping closets stocked.
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Chatham-Kent Committee Volunteer Recruitment
Noelle's Gift to Children is recruiting committee volunteers in the Chatham-Kent region to plan events, support the Closet Initiative, and provide essentials for local children. The posting lists roles from planning to event help and links to an online registration form so you can sign up and learn more.
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Keep the Kindness Going card program announcement
Noelle’s Gift to Children is encouraging people to pass along Keep the Kindness Going cards when they receive a kind act, and to share those stories on social media by tagging the organization. The program highlights small, everyday ways to pay it forward, like buying someone a coffee or leaving an encouraging note, so the spirit of kindness continues to ripple through the community.
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Volunteer recognition: Prachi Shah
Noelle's Gift to Children named Prachi Shah its August Volunteer of the Month for her kindness, patience, and natural rapport with children. The organization thanks her for wholehearted service and positive energy in a celebratory post published on 2026-08-29.
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Back to School collection and donation
Noelle's Gift to Children received Back to School items from Kim Duffield at EXIT Realty Sarnia and the Gal Pals Sarnia Lambton chapter, marking their second year of support. The group has reserved August for future collections, creating an annual tradition to help local students access supplies and essentials.
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All Aboard Sunset Cruise
Noelle's Gift to Children is offering the All Aboard Sunset Cruise with tickets available via a Zeffy page. The announcement includes community hashtags and a direct link to reserve seats for this evening cruise experience.
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FREE Family Swims at Tecumseh Pool
Noelle's Gift to Children offers FREE Family Swims at Tecumseh Pool every Saturday throughout the summer from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The program is community funded, including proceeds from Jackpot Time bingos in Sarnia, and provides a relaxed, family focused chance to beat the heat at no cost.
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Liuna Local 1089 $5,000 donation
Noelle's Gift to Children received a $5,000 donation from Liuna Local 1089, raised through the proceeds of Liuna Local 1089's 21st Annual Golf Tournament. The organization says the funds will support essentials, programs, and opportunities for local children and expresses deep gratitude for the community partnership.
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50/50 Draw Winner Announcement
Noelle's Gift to Children announced that Tony Taylor won their 50/50 draw in a thank you post to ticket purchasers on 2026-08-18. The organization emphasized that proceeds support local children with essentials and opportunities. This brief announcement recognizes the winner and the community support behind the charity's work.
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Charitable Gaming participation update
Noelle's Gift to Children reports participation in Charitable Gaming through volunteerism at Riverview Gaming Centre in Ontario, Chatham Kent. The update highlights that charities across Ontario raise funds when community members play at local Charitable Bingo and Gaming centres, linking local volunteer effort to broader nonprofit support.
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Noelle’s Gift 50/50 Draw
Noelle's Gift to Children is holding the live draw for the Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw on Friday, August 14 at 6:00 PM on Facebook Live. Ticket sales are now closed, and the winner will receive half the jackpot; tune in to watch the announcement and celebrate the community support.
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FREE Kids Summer Workshops
First Five Sarnia-Lambton and North Lambton Community Health Centre are offering free Kids Summer Workshops across August covering bike and road safety, car seat safety, and indoor air quality. Attend multiple sessions to collect stamps and join the Open House and Prize Draw on September 3, 2026; call 519-344-3017 or email firstfive@nlchc.com for details.
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Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw
This is the final day to buy tickets for Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw, tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20 and sales close today at 8:00 PM. The jackpot is $3,115.00, one winner will claim half the pot, and proceeds support local children and families; the draw takes place on August 14, 2026.
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Raffle ticket fundraiser
Noelle's Gift to Children is running a time sensitive raffle with tickets at $5 each or five for $20; the purchase deadline is Monday, August 10, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. The draw is scheduled for August 14, 2026 and the current jackpot is $2,395.00, with proceeds funding programs for local children and families. Buy tickets at http://bit.ly/4cxiUJZ to enter and support the cause.
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Free Family Swims
Noelle's Gift to Children hosts Free Family Swims at Tecumseh Pool in Sarnia every Saturday throughout the summer, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. These community funded sessions are free to attend and supported by proceeds from Jackpot Time bingos in Sarnia, making them an accessible weekly option for families to cool off and connect.
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Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw
The Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw offers a chance to win half of a $1,570.00 jackpot while funding programs for local children and families. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20, the draw is on August 14, 2026, and purchasers must be 18 or older.
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Evening Invitation Announcement
Noelle's Gift to Children posted a warm invitation on July 25 inviting the community to a fun evening, using cheerful language and sunflower emojis. Reach out to the organization for exact time, location, and participation details.
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Marriott Fill a Backpack donation update
Noelle's Gift to Children reports that Michelle Duguid and Marriott managers filled 30 backpacks with back to school supplies during their June event. This marks the second donation from the Marriott team this year and reflects an ongoing corporate partnership supporting local students.
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Volunteer of the Month Recognition
Noelle's Gift to Children recognizes Scarlett Ouellette as Volunteer of the Month for July, praising her kindness, reliability, and way with children. The July 23 post thanks Scarlett for her steady help at events and shares community appreciation with celebratory hashtags.
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Grant award from Sting Assists – Sarnia Sting Community Fund
Noelle's Gift to Children was selected for a grant from the Sting Assists Sarnia Sting Community Fund, a contribution that supports School Closets, student nutrition initiatives, and free community recreation across Sarnia-Lambton. The organization expresses gratitude for the partnership which helps remove barriers and create brighter futures for local children and families.
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50/50 Raffle
Noelle's Gift to Children is running a 50/50 raffle with a current jackpot of $1,270, drawing on August 14, 2026; the winner receives half the pot. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20, purchases are online via the provided link, and entrants must be 18 or older under license M839997.
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Kids Summer Fun Day — Community Event Recap
Noelle's Gift to Children shared a joyful recap of Kids Summer Fun Day at Tecumseh Park in Sarnia, thanking volunteers and partners including Sarnia Moose Lodge 1046 and Rotary Club of Sarnia-Lambton After-Hours. The free community event featured bounce castles, train rides, and classic fair treats, with photos by Kris Faubert celebrating families and local support.
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Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw
Noelle's Gift 50/50 Draw is offering a chance to win half a growing $960 jackpot while supporting School Closets, student nutrition, and community recreation. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20, the draw is on 2026-08-14, and tickets are available at the provided link. Participants must be 18 or older and the draw is operated under License M839997.
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Summer Fun Day sneak preview and thank-you post
Noelle's Gift to Children posted an amateur photo sneak preview on July 11 celebrating Summer Fun Day, and publicly thanked coordinators Michele Stokley and Colleen Medeiros along with sponsors, volunteers, committee members, and the community. The upbeat post uses hashtags #noellesgift, #smashhit, and #growupgreat to share the celebration and community gratitude.
