Connecting with our Community
Polo Park supports charitable fund raising efforts through the donation of space to registered charitable organizations. On an annual basis, Polo Park's donation of space allows local organizations to raise over $200,000.
The Community Centre, located in The Bay Court, is available rent-free from January to October each year. All requests must be made on the Community Centre application and submitted for approval. Space can only be granted to organizations that can provide a Charity Registration Number and liability insurance. While Polo Park endeavours to accommodate as many charity groups as possible, only those able to meet our requirements will be considered.
Charities of Focus
The Salvation Army
Throughout the year and around the world, the Salvation Army provides services to those in need. Whether it’s on-the-ground relief in the wake of natural disasters or assisting families, youth and the less-fortunate in the local community, the Salvation Army is there to provide care and compassion. To learn more about the Salvation Army visit www.salvationarmy.ca. Polo Park is proud to support the Salvation Army during the months of November and December by providing space for three Christmas Kettle locations and by hosting the Toy Mountain toy drive in partnership with Scotiabank and 102 Clear FM during the month of December.
Ronald McDonald House Manitoba
Ronald McDonald House® Manitoba provides a home environment for out-of-town families who find themselves in Winnipeg while their children are in the Children’s Hospital for the treatment of cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. Situated close to the hospital, the House provides a place to relax and share a warm meal in a home away from home. To learn more about Ronald McDonald House Manitoba, visit www.rmh.mb.ca/home. Polo Park was the Presenting Sponsor of the Hope Couture Fashion Show at the Convention Centre on May 12, 2011 which raised $45,000 for programs and services at the House.
Health Sciences Centre Foundation
Health Sciences Centre Foundation supports innovative care and funds clinical research at Health Sciences Centre.
November 1, 2007 through October 31, 2010, Polo Park partnered with the Health Sciences Centre Foundation to raise $102,057.03 in support of Women’s Hospital at HSC. These funds have been used to enhance to hospital experience for women, families and newborn infants through the purchase of specialized equipment and the refurbishment of the Parent Room in the Intermediate Care Nursery.
Shown in photo (left to right): Kelly McMullan - HSC Foundation; Claudette Fullan - Polo Park Guest Services Manager; Debbie Henry - Polo Park Marketing Coordinator; Dawne Smithson - VP & COO, HSC Foundation; Deborah Green - Polo Park General Manager.