Morris Community Gardens
The Morris Community Gardens group received $1,000 to assist in the replacement of 6 aging wooden raised garden boxes with long lasting maintenance free galvanized boxes. Six boxes were replaced previously also with the assistance of the MAF. Since 2016 the 12 boxes have been used primarily by Red River Valley Food Bank clients for their own food production and in some cases donated back to the Food Bank. The Garden is located on property owned by the Morris United Church on PTH 23 in Morris.
Morris Manor
The Morris Manor was granted $1,000 to assist in the update of the existing florescent lighting to new LED brighter and more energy efficient lighting plus replacement of the existing smoke alarms. The Morris Manor Ltd. is a 19 apartment -55 pus affordable rental housing in Morris. Over the last few years this residence has been radically updated by a group of very motivated volunteers and board members.
Morris & District Centennial Museum
A grant of $1,000 was awarded to the Morris & District Centennial Museum to assist with badly needed roof repairs. The Museum established in 1986 consists of 2 separate buildings with a covered walkway between them. Recently the walkway roof began leaking and needs replacement. Run by a group of dedicated volunteers, the Museum houses countless priceless articles of historical significance from the area.
Lowe Farm Community Centre District
The Lowe Farm Community Centre District whose purpose is to provide recreational and cultural services to the Lowe Farm area was provided a grant of $2,000 to help in the construction of a Zamboni Shed. Currently the Zamboni is housed off site at a private facility. The new heated shed adjacent to the skating rink will provide ease of access and use by the committee providing better ice and more usage of the skating rink.
Morris Early Learning Centres
With their mission to help children reach their full developmental potential and to be inclusive, the Morris Early Leaning Centre received a contribution from the MAF of $500 to purchase floor hockey equipment for use in their facilities. As some children already play hockey outside the Centres, this equipment will allow those children to share their interest with children not currently involved in the sport. The MELC is a childcare centre that provides educational programming to children ages 0 to 12 years of age to children from Morris and areas outside.
Red River Wellness Committee
Established in 2021 to enhance and strengthen outdoor recreation facilities within the Town of Morris and surrounding communities, the Red River Wellness Committee received a contribution of $3,500 to assist in the rehabilitation of the 20-year-old multisport courts located on the Morris School grounds. The plan is to increase their use and make them accessible to all residents regardless of age or ability for outdoor sports like pickle ball, basketball, or tennis.
Red River Valley Food Bank
The Red River Valley Food Bank received a grant of $500 to add a portable HEPA air purifier to their food storage work area. The system would improve the air quality and comfort for the many volunteers in the working space. The Red River Valley Food Bank has operated in Morris since 1994, serving the community and a large surrounding area.
Willow Park Committee
Willow Park Committee received a contribution of $5,000 to assist in their aim to revitalize the existing Willow Park playground. Their objective is to create a unique and significant attraction destination park to host new events for community members and others from the surrounding area.
Youth in Philanthropy Program The Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) program now in its 6th year at the Rosenort and Morris Schools received $2,500 between them for their granting program. The students have the responsibility to publicize their program, receive grant applications, analyze the requests, meet the applicants, and learn about the charitable sector in their communities.
