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Throughout August 22nd to August 24th, VOCM Cares Foundation will highlight incredible camps that not only let kids be kids, but also help to instill valuable skills, a sense of empowerment and belonging, and in some cases life-changing educational experiences for participants. In keeping with our mandate, VOCM Cares Foundation has provided funding to each … Continued '... read more
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VOCM’s Block the Bus, in support of Single Parent Association of Newfoundland And Labrador is back. We’re filling our school bus again and we need your help. From July 25-August 19 we are raising funds to provide school supplies to youth and families in need. Kids have never been so excited about returning to school. … Continued '... read more
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Congratulations to Mr. Gerald Mercer of Brigus, NL – this years recipient of the 2022 Gordon Seabright Volunteer of the Year Award. Gerald Mercer has volunteered countless hours to his community and local youth for over 40 years. He has been a dedicated volunteer leader for the Newfoundland and Labrador cadet movement since 1980. With … Continued '... read more
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With your help, over $665,000 was raised for five incredible organizations this Spring! '... read more
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VOCM Cares Foundation has announced an open nomination for the Gordon Seabright Volunteer of the Year Award. Established in 2014, the award commemorates the contribution of the late Gordon Seabright to the work of the VOCM Cares Foundation. Local charities, community groups, schools, and individuals are invited to nominate a key volunteer who has made … Continued '... read more
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Kalysha Snow has joined the VOCM Cares Foundation team as our Project Coordinator! Kalysha will be planning and implementing all of the VOCM Cares annual fundraisers and partnered community events. Kalysha graduated with her bachelor’s degree from Memorial University in 2015, and since then has been immersed in the not-for-profit and charitable organization … Continued '... read more
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Join us on November 28 for a fun holiday tradition, Dial-a-Carol. For more than three decades Dial-a Carol has kicked off the holidays, while also raising funds in support of local charities and initiatives. VOCM listeners can call into the program to pledge their support and in return request their favourite Christmas carol. This … Continued '... read more
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Congratulations to Ms. Evelyn Rumbolt of St. Anthony, this year’s recipient of the Gordon Seabright Volunteer of the Year Award. Evelyn has demonstrated her commitment to her community through a lifetime of volunteering. She began her volunteer journey at 14 and is still giving of her time daily at the age of 79. … Continued '... read more
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Coats for Kids is now closed. Thank you for the wonderful support and for helping to keep families warm this Winter. For over 30 years, the VOCM Cares Coats for Kids Campaign has helped keep thousands of families warm during the Winter season. As the cold weather approaches, you can help be there for … Continued '... read more
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VOCM Cares Foundation and Metrobus in partnership with Sobeys, are once again hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive in St. John’s metro and surrounding areas from October 1-12. Please join us as we support the Community Food Sharing Association by donating non-perishable food items at the following participating Sobeys locations: Kelsey Drive Ropewalk Lane Topsail Road Merrymeeting Road Howley … Continued '... read more