Several charities, youth programs and community organizations in Lloydminster are receiving a financial boost thanks to another successful fundraising year by the Bordertown H.O.G. Chapter via its annual Toy Run.
The motorcycle group announced it has distributed more than $129,804.64 to 11 local organizations, calling the total a reflection of the generosity of Lloydminster residents and the efforts of volunteers who support its fundraising initiatives.
The largest donation was $26,562.50 to Lloydminster Sexual Assault Services, followed by $25,233 for the Lloydminster Community Youth Centre. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lloydminster received $20,610, while KidSport Lloydminster was awarded $17,064.
Other recipients included:
- The Goat’s Christmas Wish run by 106.1 The Goat Lloydminster – $7,500
- Lloydminster Public School Division breakfast and lunch programs – $6,000
- Lloydminster Catholic School Division breakfast and lunch programs – $6,000
- The Salvation Army Lloydminster – $5,000
- 95.9 Gift of Christmas/Olive Tree – $4,810.14
- Border City Connects – $2,500
- Neilburg Early Learning and Child Care Inc. – $2,500
The Bordertown H.O.G. Chapter said members look forward to the annual presentation each year and credited volunteers, donors and community supporters for making the fundraising effort a success.
The organization said the level of support continues to inspire members and highlighted the impact local residents have made through their contributions. The chapter in it’s social media, noted that the donations were made possible by “numerous volunteers and people with big hearts” throughout the Lloydminster community.
The donations will support a variety of programs and services, including youth mentorship, amateur sports, school nutrition programs, mental health and crisis supports, emergency assistance and community outreach initiatives across the region.
The 16th Annual Bordertown Toy Run scheduled for Sept. 11, 2027.
