Media coverage & press releases · Sarnia–Lambton, Ontario
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Sarnia-Lambton organizations benefit from SCF grants
The Sarnia Community Foundation (SCF) has awarded impact grants to 19 organizations across Lambton County. Including their spring intake, the organization has helped fund 25 organizations in 2026.
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Funding Available for Petrolia Community Projects
The Town of Petrolia and the Sarnia Community Foundation are inviting applications for the Petrolia Community Impact Grants, supported by the Petrolia Community Fund. Established in 2012, the fund has provided $83,000 to local projects. The application deadline is November 30.
Donation Recognizes Pathways' Community Connections
A donation made through the Sarnia Community Foundation recognizes the community connections of Pathways Health Centre.
Petrolia Community Fund Grows
The Petrolia Community Fund, held at the Sarnia Community Foundation, continues to grow, strengthening support for local causes in Petrolia.
Wyoming fire benefits from Clark Family Fund
Ron and Todd Clark have been presenting donations across Central Lambton to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Ron Clark Motors including Pathway’s Health Center for Children, St Joseph’s Hospice, and Petrolia Fire Department.
Petrolia, foundation plan 'later-in-life' planning session for residents over 50.
A free event offering residents over 50 and their families information about planning for later-in-life is set for November 4th at Petrolia's Victoria Hall.
McFadyen Scholarships Grow at Sarnia's Great Lakes Secondary School
Six graduating students at Great Lakes Secondary School have received 2026 Anne McFadyen Scholarships, now valued at $15,000 each, honouring the legacy of the trailblazing Sarnia judge through a partnership with the Sarnia Community Foundation.
Clark Family Invests in Community They Believe In
The Clark family of Petrolia has donated nearly $242,000 through two funds administered by the Sarnia Community Foundation, supporting Victoria Playhouse Petrolia, the Bluewater Health Foundation's ER expansion, and The Petrolia Discovery.
"If Dad Were Here, He'd Be Thrilled," Says Moore Family as Medical Scholarships Awarded
Six new doctors with connections to Lambton County are sharing a combined $43,000 from the Norma and Don Moore Scholarship Fund, held at the Sarnia Community Foundation.
SCF's Inaugural Spring Grant Program Benefits Six Groups
The Sarnia Community Foundation has distributed six grants totaling $29,250 to support projects and initiatives within Lambton County, addressing food insecurity, environmental stewardship, and STEM youth programs.
Sarnia Community Foundation Opens Applications for Fall Community Grants
The Sarnia Community Foundation is now accepting applications from local not-for-profits for its fall community grant cycle, supporting projects that benefit residents across Sarnia-Lambton.
Women of Excellence Honourees 'Inspiring': Sarnia Community Foundation
The Sarnia Community Foundation began a new tradition recently for its Women of Excellence honourees.
Sarnia Community Foundation Springs into New Round of Grants
Projects picked up grants Thursday morning from the Sarnia Community Foundation as it launched a new spring round of funding.
Author Irene Matys joins Mike Barron to talk about growing up in Sarnia, her family's Mediterranean food traditions, and a preview of her keynote at the 2026 Women of Excellence luncheon at Lambton College.
Executive Director Mike Barron highlights a 2025 Petrolia Community Fund grant to the Central Lambton Family Health Team, helping cover patient costs such as prescriptions that aren't covered elsewhere.
Meet Amy Veysey, the Foundation's new Fund Developer, as she shares what she's enjoyed in the role so far and previews SCF's plans for Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025.
