(from left to right: Jeri Horton Joyce, Owner in Cobourg and Colborne, Jennifer McCall, Owner in Cobourg, Donna Norcott – Manager William Street Tim Hortons and Nancy Johnston, Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre Executive Director)
Starting September 13, the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie week returns.
This year 100% of proceeds from these special cookies sold in Cobourg and Colborne will be donated to Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre (Cornerstone).
“We are honoured to be a part of such a major campaign like Smile Cookie,” says Nancy Johnston, Executive Director for Cornerstone. “Funds generated from the campaign will directly benefit the many women and children in our community impacted by family violence, and help us create a place where hope grows,” Johnston adds.
“We are so grateful to be selected as the charity of choice for the Cobourg and Colborne locations,” says Janelle Eisler, Manager of Community Engagement of Cornerstone. “Having Tim Hortons, and the communities support via Smile Cookie will truly pass along a smile as we help our clients navigate their current situation in search of a safer, violence free future,” adds Eisler.
The iconic chocolate chunk cookies topped with pink and blue icing drawing out a smile will be available at every Tim Hortons restaurant across the county, with the 4 Cobourg and 1 Colborne location specifically benefiting Cornerstone.
If you are interested in supporting the Smile Cookie campaign in Cobourg and Colborne, Cornerstone is looking for cookie decorating and drive thru volunteers. For more information, or to sign up to help, please email jeisler@cornerstonenorthumberland.ca.
Additionally you can purchase cookies throughout the week of September 13-19th, or you can even pre-order larger
orders by completing the pre-order form at cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/cookies.
Established in 1983, Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre has been providing vital services to women and children impacted by domestic violence situations. Cornerstone works to break the cycle of family violence by providing immediate shelter, counselling, and prevention services throughout Northumberland County. Together we are a community committed to healthy, respectful relationships free from family violence, dedicated to creating a place where hope grows. Cornerstone offers a variety of services and encourages you to explore them at our
website cornerstonenorthumberland.ca.
ABOUT SMILE COOKIE
What is the Smile Cookie Campaign?
• The Smile Cookie program started in 1996, raising funds for Hamilton Children’s Hospital in Ontario. Twenty-five years later, 100% of proceeds from each Smile Cookie is still donated to charities from coast-to-coast-to-coast, supporting the communities in which the restaurants operate. In 2021, more than 600 different charities will benefit from the weeklong campaign.
How much is a Smile Cookie?
• During the campaign, guests can enjoy a Smile Cookie for $1, plus applicable taxes. 100% of the proceeds go towards local charitable organizations.
Where do the proceeds go?
• 100% of proceeds from each cookie is donated to a local charity or community group in which Tim Hortons restaurants operate. In 2021, more than 600 charitable organizations in communities across Canada will directly benefit from Smile Cookie sales.
How can people show their support during the Smile Cookie campaign?
There are two ways you can participate in Smile Cookie week:
● Visit your local participating Tim Hortons between September 13 and 19 and buy a Smile Cookie for $1 (plus tax).
● Or, you can pre-order a box of Smile Cookies by downloading and filling out an order
form in advance, and dropping it off at your local Tims. Pre-orders must be made 48 hours in advance.
How much did Smile Cookie raise last year for charities?
• Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Smile Cookie campaign has raised more than $60 million for charities, hospitals and community programs across the country
• Thanks to Tim Hortons guests, the Smile Cookie campaign in 2020 raised a recordbreaking number of smiles, with nearly $11M donated to charities, hospitals and community groups across Canada.
Why is Smile Cookie so important?
• The Smile Cookie campaign is a great way for Tims guests and restaurant owners to give back to their communities. 100% of funds raised through the sale of Smile Cookies go directly to local charities selected by restaurant owners, including our organization.
Author: Pete Fisher
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