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Education & Scholarships
Annual bursaries and academic support that help students in Simcoe County pursue post-secondary studies without financial barriers.
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10+
Years of Service
Who We Are
A community foundation rooted in remembrance and purpose.
Established in 2015, the George Brown Memorial Foundation was created to honour a life devoted to family, service, and community. Today, we carry that legacy forward from our home in Barrie, Ontario, working alongside schools, families, and local partners across Simcoe County.
Our work is guided by a simple belief: that lasting change happens when communities invest in one another — through education, mentorship, wellness, and shared remembrance of those who came before.
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Our Impact
Real Change, Measured in Lives Touched
Every program we run, every partnership we build, is measured by the difference it makes for families in our region.
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What We Do
Programs That Strengthen Families & Futures
Our initiatives are shaped by the needs of the communities we serve — and by the enduring belief that opportunity should be within every family's reach.
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Youth Mentorship
Structured mentorship pairing young people with caring adults, building confidence, resilience, and clear pathways to opportunity.
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Community Wellness
Free workshops, mental health awareness sessions, and family wellness events that support healthier lives in our region.
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Our Values
Principles That Shape Every Decision
Compassion
Meeting people with dignity, listening first, and responding with care.
Community
Believing that lasting change is built together — never alone.
Integrity
Transparency in our work, our finances, and our promises.
Legacy
Honouring those who came before by investing in what comes next.
Stories of Impact
Voices From Our Community
The scholarship gave me more than tuition — it gave me the confidence to believe I belonged in university. I'm now studying nursing and returning to Barrie to serve the community that supported me.
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Sarah M.Scholarship Recipient, 2023
My son found a mentor through the Foundation who changed his path. Watching him grow into a young leader has been one of our family's greatest gifts.
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Linda R.Parent, Youth Mentorship Program
The wellness workshops brought neighbours together during a very difficult year. It reminded us that we are not alone — and that community is the best medicine.
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James P.Community Wellness Participant
Get Involved
Join a Community of Volunteers & Partners
There are many ways to be part of our work — from volunteering at a community event, to partnering as a school, business, or organization committed to the wellbeing of Simcoe County.
Reach out to our team to learn about upcoming opportunities to serve, mentor, and connect.
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