Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc.
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is a Sarnia-Lambton based charity that supports community-led development in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and across Latin America and the Caribbean. For 40 years the organization has partnered with local leaders to deliver programs in education, health and nutrition, women’s economic empowerment and vision care, including an Eyeglass Program and microcredit initiatives. Rayjon emphasizes sustainable, locally led projects, mobilizing volunteers and fundraising in Sarnia-Lambton to resource partner-driven work overseas.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Rayjon community-led development programs overview
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. outlines its community led development work in Haiti, the Dominican Republic and across Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting women empowerment, health and education programs, and an Eyeglass Program that reaches thousands. The organization notes 40 years of partnership driven by local leadership, with integrated initiatives from microcredit and life skills to mobile clinics and community schools.
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Thank you to local media for coverage
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. posted a public thank you to Tyler at The Observer for recent coverage, noting appreciation for local media that helps them reach new people. The brief message highlights the importance of community press in amplifying the organization’s work.
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From the Field webinar
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia invites you to a special From the Field webinar on Wednesday, June 10 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM to mark the organization's 40th anniversary. Long time members will reflect on Rayjon's journey and attendees can participate, ask questions, and share memories; register at rayjon.org/webinar/.
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Rayjon's 40th celebration
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia marks 40 years with an open house celebration at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club on June 18, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The community focused evening is free to attend and offers a chance to meet staff, celebrate volunteers, and learn how Rayjon continues to serve the region. Visit https://rayjon.org/celebrate-40/ for more information.
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Celebrating nearly 40 years of partnerships in Haiti and the Dominican Republic
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. marks nearly 40 years working alongside communities in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, recognizing local partners such as Rayjon Share Care Haiti, C-New-C, PLADESCULBA, @ascalard, and Puente Desarrollo Internacional. The announcement highlights long term support for education, healthcare, human rights, and community development from St. Marc to Consuelo.
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Last volunteer shift and remaining plants announcement
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. announced on 2026-05-31 that volunteers are on their final shift and only a few plants remain, available until 3:30 PM. If you are nearby, stop by to pick up a plant while supplies last and thank the volunteers for their help.
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Plant sale promotion at DeGroot's Nurseries
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is promoting a last chance plant sale at DeGroot's Nurseries on 2026-05-31 from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Swing by the nursery to pick up remaining plants while supplies last.
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Plant sale
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is holding a plant sale on Sunday, June 1, 2026, opening at 9:00 AM and running until close, with items available while supplies last. The short social post encourages early arrival for the best selection and signals a community driven, volunteer run event in Sarnia.
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Volunteers greeting visitors
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is staffing volunteers to greet visitors today from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with roles available while supplies last. Stop by during the shift to help welcome guests and support a local community service effort in Sarnia.
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Rayjon 40th anniversary celebration
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia is marking its 40th anniversary on June 18, 2026 with a celebration at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club and an invitation for the community to submit memories and photos at rayjon.org/celebrate-40/. Share a favorite story to help build a commemorative timeline that highlights four decades of partnership and impact.
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Rayjon-DeGroot's Annual Plant Sale
Rayjon-DeGroot's Annual Plant Sale runs Friday May 29 through Sunday May 31 at DeGroot's Nurseries, 1840 London Line in Sarnia. Pick up vibrant dipladenias in 10 inch hanging baskets, pink or red, priced at $35 each or two for $65, while supporting Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia's programs for education and entrepreneurship in Haiti. The sale opens the day after publication so expect full selection early.
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From the Field episode — 40th anniversary celebration
Rayjon Share Care is hosting a special From the Field webinar to celebrate its 40th anniversary on Wednesday, June 10 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM on Zoom. Join longtime members for a reflective conversation about the organization's early days, partnerships, and four decades of impact; register at rayjon.org/webinar to get the Zoom link.
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Local to Global Meeting Reminder
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. invites volunteers and newcomers to a Local to Global meeting at the Sarnia Library on June 2 at 6:00 PM to share field updates, celebrate recent events, and plan future projects. Bring a friend, join the conversation, and connect with local service volunteers.
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Alpha Program students balancing parenthood and learning
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. highlights Alpha Program students who are balancing parenthood while learning basic literacy and numeracy, celebrating their determination and commitment. The brief update frames the program as a community effort toward inclusive education and connects it to broader education for all themes with several hashtags.
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Rayjon plant sale at DeGroot's Nurseries
Rayjon Share Care hosts a three day plant sale at DeGroot's Nurseries in Sarnia from May 29 to May 31, with extended hours on Friday and earlier closings on the weekend; stock is available while supplies last. Expect dipladenias and other garden plants, community fundraising energy, and details at rayjon.org/plant-sale/.
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Eyeglass Program milestones and growth
What began as a single trip to Mexico in 1993 grew into Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc.'s Eyeglass Program, a cornerstone by 1995 that ran its first workshop at Lambton Mall in 1997 and expanded to Haiti in 2000. Over decades, volunteers helped the program reach thousands, spreading clear vision across communities in Sarnia, Mexico, and Haiti.
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Rayjon 40th anniversary open house
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia invites the community to a 40th anniversary open house at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club on June 18 from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Drop in for stories, memories, and a chance to connect with staff, volunteers, and partners as Rayjon celebrates four decades of community impact.
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Haitian Flag Day celebration post
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. honors Haitian Flag Day on May 18 with a celebration in the Pinson community, highlighting student marches and dance performances that showcase cultural pride. The post emphasizes unity and resilience while recalling last year’s lively interschool performances.
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Early work and 1989 Integrated Health Care Project
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. began by supporting three small schools in the Haut de St. Marc region and in 1989 partnered with Plenty Canada to launch an Integrated Health Care Project. That project delivered essential health services to over 30,000 people in the St. Marc area, establishing early foundations for sustained education and healthcare impact.
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40 Years of Growth, Partnership, and Looking Ahead
Rayjon Share Care marks 40 years with a special From the Field webinar on Wednesday, June 10 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM, streaming live on Zoom. Join long time members and partners as they reflect on the organizations history and discuss future plans, register at rayjon.org/webinar to get the Zoom link.
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Plant sale at DeGroot's Nurseries
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is holding a plant sale at DeGroot's Nurseries from May 29 to May 31, 2026, selling dipladenias in pink or red for $35 each or 2 for $65, tax included. Proceeds support education, health, and the Women’s Federation of Saint-Marc breadfruit project in Haiti, so you can add summer color while backing community programs.
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Founding origins and first Haitian Experience (January 1986)
In January 1986 Ray and John led 28 people from Sarnia on the first Haitian Experience to Haiti, starting with tree planting, school support, and infant care. Those early efforts grew into lasting partnerships and ultimately led to the founding of Rayjon. This 40 year origin story shows how a learning trip became sustained community collaboration.
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Mother's Day appreciation message
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. posted a heartfelt Mother's Day message on 2026-05-10 honoring mothers, second mothers, aunties, and community caregivers for their strength and leadership. The note celebrates how these women lift families and communities and thanks those who show up daily to create change.
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Rayjon–DeGroot Plant Sale volunteer sign-up
Rayjon Share Care is seeking volunteers for the Rayjon DeGroot Plant Sale running May 29 to May 31, 2026, with 3 to 4 hour shifts available each day. No prior plant experience is needed, and volunteers can sign up by emailing volunteer@rayjon.org or calling (226) 886-0476 for details and scheduling.
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Rayjon-DeGroot's Plant Sale
Rayjon DeGroot's Plant Sale runs May 29 to May 31 at DeGroot's Nurseries in Sarnia, offering dipladenias in pink and red as hanging baskets or plants ready to replant. Prices are $35 each or 2 for $65 with cash, debit, or credit accepted; see http://rayjon.org/plant-sale/ for more information.
