Community & Volunteering
The Kenhte:ke Seed Sanctuary is a powerful Indigenous-led initiative dedicated to preserving traditional Haudenosaunee seeds, knowledge, and agricultural practices. Located in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, the sanctuary works to protect biodiversity while revitalizing cultural identity through seed saving, land stewardship, and community education. Rooted in principles of food sovereignty and respect for the earth, the project reconnects people—especially youth—with ancestral wisdom, ensuring that future generations inherit both the seeds and the stories that sustain them.
Win Perryman was a human rights and humanitarian activist known for her long-term volunteer work with Amnesty International and her deep involvement supporting grandmothers in Africa through. She was a co-founder of the Quinte Grannies for Africa, a volunteer group that raises funds to support African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Over several years she helped the group raise around $260,000 for programs assisting these grandmothers and their families.
Lori Borthwick, Advocacy Chair at Quinte Field Naturalists, shares how community tree planting initiatives can make a lasting environmental impact and inspire collective action for a greener future.
Bridget Purdy, Volunteer Coordinator, offers an inside look at the impact of volunteers and the essential work of the Gleaners Food Bank, emphasizing teamwork, empathy, and community resilience.
Highlighting compassion in action, this episode showcases the Belleville United Church’s meal program, providing nourishment and community to those in need.
These inspiring women share the vision and teamwork that make the CFUW Garden Tour a beloved community event, bringing beauty, culture, and connection to Belleville.
Discover the dedication and heart behind the Belleville Club through Coreen Reynolds’ story, celebrating community service, camaraderie, and leadership.
Jonathan Powell, Coordinator of Outreach and Cultural Services at Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery, shares the story of inspiring young minds through chess, fostering strategy, focus, and community engagement.
Explore the dedication and passion behind Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre in Napanee, Ontario, as Sue Meech shares her work in rescuing, rehabilitating, and educating the community about local wildlife.
