Cambridge - On Tuesday, November 17th, the Gore Mutual Foundation held a reception at Gore Mutual Insurance Company in Cambridge, to recognize 19 local charities that received over $150,000 in donations from the Foundation, including KidsAbility Foundation, Cambridge Shelter Corporation, Cambridge and District Humane Society, Bereaved Families of Ontario (Midwestern Region) and Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region.

“Gore Mutual Foundation recognizes the important role these charities play in our community,” said Charlie Cipolla, President and Chair, Gore Mutual Foundation and Chair, Gore Mutual Board of Directors. “We are proud to support their efforts, and we hold this annual reception to thank these organizations and let them know that we recognize the incredible contribution they make.”

The Gore Mutual Foundation grants funds to social services, education, health, cultural and environmental activities as may be in the best interest of these communities. In 2009, the Gore Mutual Foundation will support over 100 charitable organizations across Canada.