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We are humbled and proud to do this work and it wouldn’t be possible without the community collaborators we work alongside. If you’re looking for ways to get involved, see below for different ways to support 10C.

Become a 10C Changemaker

At 10C we don’t wait for change to happen. We take initiative. We support those who inspire us.

10C is widely recognized as a changemaking organization. The changemakers who are a part of 10C are individuals, groups and partners doing the work, members who are building out the network, and donors and investors who are uplifting possibilities. This year, contributions here will support:

• The 10C boost rate program which offers additional rate discounts on space use to grassroots groups and new businesses with operating budgets of less than $25,000.
• 10C infrastructure, including equipment and technology to support member meetings and community events, as well as space upgrades and repair.

Nourish our Community

Nourish supports local food entrepreneurs and offers valuable food education for community members of all ages. The Nourish kitchen is at full capacity, bustling with activities like cooking classes, catering for community events, prepared food products, and local food enterprises. Nourish has made food the heart of community.

Your support here will help us create a sustainable, inclusive, and thriving local food system. Whether you choose to support the Super Foodies program ($1,000 supports 2 youth to attend) or Nourish classes.

Help revitalize the Guelph Farmers’ Market

10C is leading the revitalization of the Guelph Farmers’ Market, in order to breathe new life into one of the most underused spaces in the city. From intimate coffee dates and small classes to weddings and trade shows, the updated building will offer a uniquely historic stage for gatherings of all shapes and sizes.

The goal is to enhance the market as a key local and regional gathering place and tourism destination. This is achieved through building improvements, adding a commercial kitchen and promotional infrastructure to increase local food activities and special events.

As Guelph & Wellington’s largest indoor/outdoor market, over 100 vendors serve 2,500 people per week, all year round. This vibrant space expands on 10C’s local food activities, and we are building a second commercial kitchen at the Guelph Farmers’ Market to expand activities by 300%.

You can support by naming a Farmers’ Market booth ($3,000), or reach out to discuss naming opportunities for key features like the commercial kitchen, front entrance and back lot.

How to receive a charitable tax receipt

If you are interested in receiving an official tax receipt for your gift, we recently established the 10C Change Fund at the Guelph Community Foundation. Through this, the Foundation manages the fund, while providing charitable tax receipts, giving us the ability to continue to work as a not-for-profit social enterprise. Here’s how it works:

• All e-transfer donations can be sent to: donate@guelphcf.ca (this account is set for direct deposit) with ‘10C Change Fund’ noted in the description field and your email address so a tax receipt can be sent
• All cheques can be made payable to the Guelph Community Foundation, please note ‘10C Change Fund’ on the memo line and mail to:

Guelph Community Foundation
PO Box 1311
Guelph, ON N1H 6N6

Phone: 519-821-9216

If you have questions on this process, please contact us at info@10carden.ca and we can help guide you.