West Island Community Shares has reached its ambitious plan to raise $1.2 million by March 31.
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“One of the misconceptions in the West Island is that it’s a wealthy community all round,” said Leanne Bayer, WICS executive director.
“It’s just not true. So, we try to reach out to people who are struggling.”
The organization supports about 40 West Island charities, who in turn make contributions of various sorts to about 60,000 people.