Our Charity Partners:
As most players are aware, charity funding is the primary goal of your local bingo location. Fundraising done by Optimist Clubs, school parent groups or small foundations is one of the most effective ways of returning your dollars directly into the local community.
At Lucky Days Bingo, we are proud to partner with the following groups:
A.L.S Society
ALS (Lou Gerhig's Disease) is a terrible disease with no cure to this point. A typical patient has a 1 to 5 year life expectancy, with ever increasing needs for equipment: walkers, wheelchairs, ramps and computers that all need regular updating. Thanks to our bingo proceeds, we are able to have an extensive equipment pool to meet the needs of many patients. We also support the ALS Research Centre in hopes of one day finding a cure.
Byron Optimist Club
The Byron Optimists are a service club dedicated to supporting youth. The Club supports soccer and baseball programs primarily, but also operates an Easter egg hunt, bike rodeos and the Canada Day fireworks display. The Club continues to sponsor elementary school chess tournaments and many of the primary schools in the London area.
Canadian Chinese National Council
Chinese Canadian National Council (London Chapter) is a non profit organization which started in London 1981. This organization provides social and cultural activities/events, information and advocacy to Chinese Canadian and the broader London community in order to meet the needs of Chinese Canadian in London. For details of programs and services offered, please go to http://www.londonccnc.ca or email info@londonccnc.ca. or call 519-451-0760 for more information.
Cystic Fibrosis Canada
Cystic Fibrosis is a fatal disease that affects both the digestive system and one's ability to breathe properly. Mucus builds up in the lungs and must be cleaned constantly. There is no cure and the average life expectancy is under 50 years old. The money raised at bingo goes to support research at the University of Western Ontario and the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic at the London Health Sciences Centre.
Ealing Home & School Association
Ealing Public School students are fortunate to have bingo proceeds to help install classroom 'smart boards', ipad covers sports equipment and books. Proceeds are also used to supplement year end trips and Grade 8 Graduation. Thanks to the customers at Lucky Days Bingo !
Fanshawe Optimist Club
The Optimist Club of Fanshawe London, Inc. was formed in 1978 as part of Optimist International to serve the youth and community of north east London. Since its founding the club members have fulfilled the Optimist International goal of "Bringing Out The Best In Kids" by giving back over $500,000 and investing countless hours in activities to support their youth and community projects.
Forest City Gymnastics
Forest City Gymnastics Club began in 1976 and is a not for profit, parent run organization which depends on fundraising to meet our commitment to provide quality gymnastics education to children at a reasonable cost. We offer recreational and competitive gymnastics programs for both boys and girls in a safe fun and nurturing environment. Our coaches are nationally certified and will provide your child with excellent instruction. We also have an amazing summer camp program. Please contact us at www.forestcitygym.com
H.B Beal Secondary School
Home County Folk League
Home County Music and Art Festival is July 17-19/2015 in Victoria Park, London. This year's performers include: The Good Lovelies, Great Canadian Fiddle Show, The Leahys, Catherine MacLellan, Danny Michael, Garnet Rogers, Sarah Slean, Skydiggers, Martha Wainwright and more with Chris Hadfield hosting on Friday evening.
The Lions Club of Ilderton and District was been actively serving the residents of the area since 1954. The majority of the dollars raised go to support youth activities and sports. Our major goal for 2010 is the construction of a Splash Pad in the village. Major recipients of our donations are MInor Hockey, Soccer, Baseball, Girl Guides and Scouts, Oxbow Elementary School and Medway High School We also support charities such as SARI Therapeutic Riding, Women's Rural Resource Centre, and the VON HOMME program. In addition to bingo our fundraising efforts consist of lotteries, special evenings, and a BBQ trailer.
Ilderton Optimist Club - www.ilderton.wix.com/optimists
Komoka-Kilworth Optimist Club
The Optimist Club of Komoka was formed in 1972 with 26 members and a desire to improve community life, especially for its youth. Now we are Komoka-Kilworth , with a membership of 60 serving a vibrant and growing community just 5 minutes west of London. We feel privileged to have served the customers at Lucky Days Bingo for over 4 decades. Please visit us at: www.komokakilworthoptimistclub.ca
Lambeth Optimist Club
For over 50 years, the Lambeth Optimist Club has acted as the 'Friends of Youth' for their local area. Bingo funds are used for a variety of local interests and activities including (but not limited to): youth groups, children and families in need, Scouts and Brownies, local sports organizations, Ronald McDonald House, Salvation Army, Coats for Kids and the Junior Optimist program.
The London Aquatic Club (LAC) has a proud history in competitive swimming dating back to 1947. Over the past seven decades the club has produced Olympians, Paralympians, World, National, and Provincial record-holders, and numerous international medalists. The club has consistently been one of
The London Aquatic Club’s goal is to develop, support and promote competitive swimming for all ages and abilities. The London Aquatic Club uses bingo revenues to pay pool rental costs, and bingo is a major source of fundraising for the club.
The London Choral Foundation is the fundraising branch of London Pro Musica, a community-based, mixed voice choir. The choir performs in many community concerts throughout the year in an extensive range of musical styles from medieval to contemporary. The London Choral Foundation appreciates the opportunity to work with the staff and customers of Lucky Days Bingo.
Our goal is to provide an opportunity for girls of all ages, in London and the surrounding Western Ontario area, to play competitive fastball at the elite Tier 1 Level with the goal of competing for Provincial and National Championships.
Playing at the elite level has been rewarding in other ways. About 20 Lightning players have been awarded scholarships to universities and colleges in the United States
Proceeds help offset the cost of indoor facility expenses, diamond fees, umpires, tournament fees, new training equipment such as pitching machines, game balls, indoor balls, and safety equipment such as screens to protect the coaches in the batting cage.
The London Humane Society is a non-profit organization that receives no government support and depends solely on donations and on our fundraising efforts. We help unwanted or abused animals in the community by providing them with shelter and care until they can be adopted into a new family. Our Bingo proceeds are used to help cover the costs of our Spay & Neuter Program, as well as to cover medical and special food costs.
London Missionview Association Inc. was incorporated in August 1993 and our corporate purpose is to provide assistance to youth-oriented organizations in London & Area that encourage participation, good citizenship and an opportunity for youth to grow in the community. We have and continue to support youth organizations such as Girl Guides, Boy Scouts, Army Cadets, Youth Bowling, Boys & Girls Club, Child-Can, Kids Help Line, Community Living London, Women’s Community House to name a few. The funds raised are used for purposes such as education, assistance for less fortunate, operation of programs, field trips that help with the advancement of young persons.
Since 1999, the Lord Nelson Home & School has worked to purchase 2 new sets of playground equipment for all ages of the school's students. In addition, bingo proceeds fund things like: Grade 8 Graduation, school team support, sports equipment, scoreboards and t-shirts. The school has also installed 'smart boards', provided library books, cd players, cameras and newspaper subscriptions for their students. Each year, every child receives a student planner. It's with great pleasure that we notify our parents that we couldn't offer many of these items if it wasn't for the funds raised by operating bingos.
Prince Charles Public School has found many uses for the funds that we have been fortunate to receive, as a member of the Charity Bingo Association. The proceeds have enabled us to buy new team uniforms, upgrade our developmental classroom and purchase sports equipment for each of the classrooms. Our libraries, both school and classroom, have been increased and are continually updated with purchases each month. A portion of the proceeds each year also goes towards awards to recognize our graduating class for the outstanding academic achievements that they have done throughout the year. This is just a small example of how the funds benefit all students and staff at Prince Charles Public School.
Regina Mundi Parent Council appreciates the support provided by the customers of Lucky Days Bingo. The charity funds play an intricate role for our students. Students are provided many opportunities because of your support. These funds assist with tournament costs, purchase of uniforms for sporting teams, repairs to athletic equipment, new equipment, choir uniforms, sheet music, additional library books – just to name a few. Most importantly, these funds provide students with opportunities which otherwise they would not have - - to be able to join a team or a club and be part of the RMC community – to belong - to participate - to enjoy – for this we thank you.
Thorndale Optimist Club
The Thorndale Optimist Club is a 25 member organization founded in 1969. We support many youth and community projects in the Thorndale area including: West Nissouri School playground equipment, annual bike rodeo, girl guides and scouts, programs at the Thorndale Public Library and many other initiatives. We have enjoyed doing bingos for over 30 years and thank you for your support in raising over $400,000.
Tourette Syndrome Foundation
The Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada’s London Chapter uses funds raised from bingos to help individuals with Tourette Syndrome and their families by gathering and distributing information and by promoting local self-help. The chapter helps teachers understand the disorder by children with TS through support meetings and educational materials. The chapter has been active in
To learn more about TS visit our web site at www.tourette-london.ca .
Turning Point/St. Stephen's
Turning Point and St. Stephens are recovery homes for alcohol and drug addicted men and women. The homes provide a safe environment for the men and women as they begin their rehabilitation. Upon completion of the program they are prepared to return to the community to lead healthy and productive lives. Funds raised from bingo are directed to St. Stephens House as it receives no outside funding.
Westover is an Alcohol and Drug Treatment Centre which enables individuals, their friends and family to recover from chemical
dependence and co-dependence, in order to lead healthy and productive lives.
Westover was established in 1986 and has served over 10,000 clients
White Oak's Optimist Club
These are the volunteer groups who staff our nightly events and use bingo proceeds to give back to the community.