Organizers of the 2025 Ripley Reunion are proud to announce that the event successfully raised more than $200,000, the majority of which will be reinvested directly into the community through donations to local organizations, clubs and volunteer groups.
A portion of the funds will also be reserved as seed money to support the organizing committee for the 2035 Reunion.
Thanks to the incredible support of residents, volunteers, sponsors and visitors from near and far, the 2025 Ripley Reunion strengthened its longstanding tradition of giving back.
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“We’re truly moved by the tremendous generosity shown by our community. Over the August long weekend, people showed up in every way—volunteering, attending events, sponsoring activities or coming out to reconnect. The support was incredible,” says Matt Farrell, Chair of the 2025 Ripley Reunion Committee. “The Reunion has always served as a celebration of our roots and the people who make Ripley feel like home, and this year upheld that tradition. We’re thrilled to distribute these funds where they’ll make a meaningful impact.”
Organizations and groups receiving donations include (in no particular order):
● Big Brothers Big Sisters South Bruce North
Huron
● Kincardine and Community Health Care
Foundation
● Kincardine Area Good Food Box Neighbour to
Neighbour Initiative
● Kincardine Food Bank
● Kinetic Knights Robotics Team
● Ripley Christmas Hampers
● SBGHC Kincardine Auxiliary
● Special Olympics Kincardine and Area
● Ripley YMCA Child Care
● Bruce County Paramedic Service
● Ripley Curling Club
● Ripley Huron Legion Branch 440
● Bruce Botanical Food Gardens
● Community Living Kincardine and District
● Five Star Quilt Guild
● Ripley Agricultural Society
● Ripley 4-H Beef Club
● Ripley and District Horticultural Society
● Ripley Huron Skating Club
● Huron Shores Hospice
● Women’s House Serving Bruce Grey
● Bruce County 4-H Junior Beef Heifer Show
● Bruce County Public Library
● Ripley Firefighters Association
● Ripley Huron Community School
● 86ers Girls Hockey Club
● Huron Bruce Minor Hockey Association
● Ripley and District Lions Club
● Ripley Summer Sports Committee
● Ripley Wolves – Arena Speaker Project
● Westcoast Whitecaps
● Purple Grove Women’s Institute
● Purple Grove Community Centre
● Pine River Watershed Initiative Network
● Pine River United Church
● St. Andrew’s United Church
These contributions will help sustain ongoing programs, support local youth, enhance
recreational facilities, strengthen emergency services and keep community events thriving for years to come. The Ripley Reunion Committee extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed through ticket purchases, sponsorships, volunteering and participating in Reunion events.
