Brett Thoms

Shawville Feb. 23, 2023

The McDowell Home and School Committee organized a community spaghetti supper to support the family of Jennifer Rivet-Butler, a Shawville mother who passed away recently, leaving behind seven children.

The supper ended up fundraising

an even $5,000, which was donated to the Butler family.

“The turnout was incredible and exceeded our expectations, over 200 dinners were served, selling out in just over 30 mins. The generosity of the community was incredible and the donation jar was overflowing,” wrote Samantha Coles of the McDowell Home and School committee.

The supper was organized in just two weeks and contributions of material and labour from various community groups and businesses made the fundraiser possible, according to Coles. Contributing organizations include: Café 349, Shawville Giant Tiger, The Shawville Lions Club, The Womens UCW, Cartrites and The Pontiac Home Bakery.

“We truly have the most amazing community,” Coles concluded.