RAYS launched in 2008, providing summer jobs for local youth. It has evolved into an education-support program providing scholarships and bursaries for eligible students in financial need.
The first scholarship was awarded in 2012. Since then RAYS has contributed over $350,000 to local students.
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RAYS – Resources for Area Youth Success – held its holiday reception at the Royal Canadian Legion in Creemore on Friday, December 27. This annual event is held to thank the many volunteers and donors that make RAYS’ work possible and to recognize the accomplishments of the students they support. …
Creemore Echo November 12, 2019
Many high school students are encouraged to go to university but some aren’t sure of what they want to do and what other options there are.
RAYS bursary recipient Michael Noble is planning on taking his third level of welding certification in 2020 and believes trades are where there are many opportunities and greatest area of growth.
Noble says he knew he was interested in welding at age of 13. He helped fix things at his family farm and gives credit to his high school shop teacher for encouraging his interest in welding. …
Creemore Echo Article – Posted October 29, 2019 In Community
Two of RAYS recent scholarship graduates shared where they are today after graduating from their university programs. Jordan Charles graduated from Brock University in Child and Youth Studies…
By Sandra Webster …
Creemore Echo Article – By Trina Berlo Posted September 6, 2019 In News
Chair of RAYS, Judy Alexander, welcomed more than 50 people to her home recently to recognize scholarship and bursary award recipients, their parents, sponsors, board and committee members. …
Creemore Echo Article – By Sandra Webster Posted August 23, 2019 In News
The board of RAY’S Place held a planning session to evaluate strengths and opportunities and to start creating a strategic plan to be implemented over the next five years. …
Creemore Echo Article – By admin Posted June 28, 2019 In Community
At the recent Annual General Meeting of RAY’S Place, Doug Mills (right) was recognized for seven years of volunteer leadership and in being Chairman of RAY’S Place. Mills was recruited by Tony Fry to join the board in 2012 and soon after, he was chairing the not-for-profit Creemore-based charity. …
