Niagara-on-the-Lake’s food bank is sharing that the head of its operations is retiring.
Newark Neighbours announced that Cindy Grant has decided to retire from her volunteer role as the organization’s manager, with her replacement taking over her role, effective immediately.
“Cindy has been an instrumental part of the Newark Neighbours team, diligently working toward the success and growth of Newark Neighbours over the past several years,” the food bank said in a media release.
Grant served as the manager of the only food bank in Niagara-on-the-Lake, which has been open since 1971. It feeds residents dealing with food insecurity and also operates a thrift store at its location on Niagara Stone Road in Virgil.
In her place, the food bank has appointed Genevieve Lawrence as interim food bank manager.
“Genevieve brings valuable experience to the role, having been a dedicated member of the food bank team for the past several years,” the food bank said. “Her familiarity with daily operations, volunteers and client services will help ensure a smooth and seamless transition during this period.”
Grant wears many hats in the community of Niagara-on-the-Lake: she’s the current president of the Rotary Club of NOTL, a member of the NOTL Senior Housing Advisory Committee and the former president of the NOTL Horticultural Society.
