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Westville 100
Discover how Westville 100 is growing community support to combat food insecurity and uplift local families.
Quick Facts
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: 4:00 AM – Midnight
- Distance: Rev. Dr. Mary Taylor will walk 100 kilometres in a single day
- Format: Four 25-km loops in and around Westville
- Start & End Location: St. Paul United Church, Westville, NS
The Mission
Westville 100: Supporting Food for Focus is a 100km walk taking place on June 21, 2025, to raise funds for the Food for Focus program, which provides weekend food support for 15 food-insecure families, including 53 children, in the Westville community.
Rev. Dr. Mary Taylor will be walking the 100km route to raise funds and awareness for Food for Focus.
The Goal
The event aims to raise $30,000, ensuring the Food for Focus program remains financially sustainable for the year ahead. Securing this funding for the year gives local families the security of knowing they will have reliable food support, and helps to relieve fundraising stress for program organizers.
What is Food for Focus?
The Food for Focus program provides essential weekend food assistance to 15 local families, that include 53 food-insecure children in our community.
A collaborative program to help feed hungry children, Food for Focus is built on a partnership between St. Paul United Church, Schools Plus, and Walter Duggan Elementary School. Working together, Food for Focus delivers food directly to local families in need, helping children in our community get the nutrition they need to learn, grow, and thrive.
How are families chosen?
Families benefiting from the program are chosen by Schools Plus, and are not affiliated with The United Church of Canada, ensuring impartial and needs-based support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why 100 kilometres?
The walk symbolizes the 100th anniversary of The United Church of Canada in 2025.
As the incoming President of the Bermuda-Nova Scotia Region, Rev. Dr. Mary Taylor wanted to create an event that reflects the church’s long-standing commitment to social justice and community support.
What will the money be used for?
All funds raised go directly to the Food for Focus Program. None of the money is used by The United Church of Canada itself.
How can the community get involved?
- Join the Walk: Participants can walk different distances alongside Mary, from short segments to full loops.
- Donate: Contributions directly support the Food for Focus program. Tax receipts are available for donations of $20 or greater.
- Sponsorship: Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to partner with the event.
- Spread the Word: Help promote the event through social media, posters, and word of mouth.
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