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As a registered charity, WindReach Farm opened its doors officially on June 16, 1989. A Farm designed to meet the needs of individuals with different abilities. Wheelchair accessible pathways, buildings and barns combine to make a wonderful experience. Offering five (5) main programs, WindReach welcomes both the special needs and able-bodied communities. |
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Press Release
Alexander (Sandy) J. Mitchell MBE, founder of WindReach Farm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Penny Smith as interim Executive Director. Penny has a long history of community service in Durham region; in particular working with and serving individuals with special needs of all ages and abilities. From 1997 to 2008 Penny was the Executive Director of WindReach Farm. She left to pursue other opportunities and is returning to assist with strengthening our service to those in our community who have the greatest need for our programs and activities. After celebrating our 20th anniversary in 2009, our theme for 2010 is Re-connecting with our Roots. This will include a series of focus groups with our volunteers, visitors and participants, including individuals in group homes, schools, seniors residences, and with other community organizations. The results of the focus groups will be used to revitalize our programs for those who have come to rely on WindReach Farm for recreation, education, work experience and community service.
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Nestled in the rolling countryside near the slopes of the Great Pine Ridge in southern Ontario, WindReach Farm offers a year round accessible agricultural (farming) environment and nature interpretation centre especially designed for individuals and small groups of all ages with disabilities.
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WindReach Farm was the result of Sandy Mitchell’s life long interest to
work outside on the land. Born with cerebral palsy, Sandy was able to
integrate this desire with providing a similar opportunity to other
persons with disabilities. Acquiring the property in 1979, Sandy worked
the land, built the buildings, and welcomed visitors from all over the
province. It was in 1989 that the Farm became the charity it is today.
WindReach continues to be enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year –
people of all ages and all abilities. It is a remarkable story, but for
those who know Sandy Mitchell, it is a fitting story of a generous and
compassionate person.
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WindReach Farm, officially opened in 1989 by the founder Sandy Mitchell, who has cerebral palsy, WindReach Farm is the result of his primary life-long interest to work outside on the land. With the purchase of the 109-acre farm property, Sandy was able to integrate this desire with providing a similar opportunity to other persons with disabilities. His own past experience as a young man working on a farm in Scotland and then in a farming community for Down's Syndrome, helped him realize that one day he wanted to help persons with disabilities lead a more productive life. Facilities are also available to rent for special events, overnight visits, meetings, conferences, etc.
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In 1992, a charitable foundation was formed to
ensure that Sandy's vision would continue. Donations and grants are
vital to WindReach Farm in order to maintain quality programs for
visitors and participants.
The Board of Directors organizes various fundraising activities
throughout the year. Important Provincial and Federal grants assist
with the increased need for summer staff and support the work
training
programs. WindReach Farm's charitable registration number is 13454
2497
RR0001.
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