Our Events & Fundraisers

A Night of 1000 Candles – Illuminate Hope Fundraiser 2026

The Giving Place invites you to be part of a truly magical experience: A Night of 1000 Candles – Illuminate Hope Fundraiser 2026 for The Giving Garden Haven. Walk the candle lit paths and view the sponsored light installations in this one-of-a-kind event that blends community and compassion to raise critical funds for local food security initiatives.

This year you have two chances to join us and take in the magic!

Friday August 14th & Saturday August 15th

Starting at 8:30 PM

A Night of 1000 Candles - Illuminate Hope Fundraiser
Nighttime scene with illuminated teepees decorated with string lights, set up on grassy ground among trees under a dark, cloudy sky.
A pathway through a dark forest illuminated by multiple glowing lanterns hanging from trees and placed along the ground, creating a magical ambiance at dusk.
Outdoor wedding or event setup at night with a wooden arch decorated with string lights and a 'Believe' sign, surrounded by potted plants, candles, and trees wrapped with fairy lights.
A nighttime scene of a dirt path surrounded by trees and bushes, illuminated by string lights and small ground lights.
Nighttime outdoor scene with hanging umbrellas and lanterns, a sign thanking the Pryce Family for contributing to the space, surrounded by grass and trees.
Outdoor evening gathering with people near a lit gazebo, surrounded by trees, with tables and lit candles
Night scene with birdcages, decorative lights, and a thank you sign at Mount Albert Home.
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Night scene with decorative hanging lights and lanterns outlined with string lights, set against a dark sky and surrounded by trees and greenery.

A Night of 1000 Candles – Illuminate Hope Fundraiser

To all those who participated and contributed to our 2025 Night of 1000 Candles Fundraisers, we THANK YOU!

A huge thank you to York Region for their assistance and support in making this event possible!

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Night of a Thousand Candles
Jun
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Night of a Thousand Candles

Imagine a starlit field aglow with 1000 flickering candles—each one a symbol of nourishment, warmth, and hope. Join The Giving Place for A Night of 1000 Candles, a magical evening dedicated to raising funds and awareness for food security in our community.

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