a special place to live. As Nickey noted, it gave “nice visibility and an example of people willing to help.” Inspired by the response, Nickey encouraged everyone to keep the giving spirit alive by joining the Buy Nothing Byron Facebook group — a space where neighbours can continue to share, give, and help one another all year long.
Byron Kindness in Action In November, Byron resident Nickey Calford posed a simple question on Facebook: “What is one thing you need but cannot afford right now?” The response was incredible. Messages poured in from neighbours sharing their needs — and even more came from those eager to help. From clothing and furniture to appliances, games, and other household items, community members stepped up to match donations with requests, ensuring that what one person no longer needed found a new home with someone who did. “It was such a nice sense of community,” Nickey shared. “So many good-hearted people in this community. I love this community for exactly this reason.” The post was not only heartwarming but also a wonderful reminder of the kindness and generosity that make Byron such
100+ Women. One Hour. Big Impact. 100+ Women Who Care London & Area is a community group that gathers four times per year to raise money for local charities. How It Works: 100+ Women Who Care London & Area creates an immediate, direct impact by bringing together 100+ women who each com- mit to donating $100 at four meetings per year. Meetings last just one hour. Two member-nominated charities present for five minutes each. Members vote anonymously for their charity of choice. The winning charity receives the full collective donation — on the spot.
Together, we’re making a difference! Want to be part of this amazing group? Register for free at 100womenwhocarelondon.com. Facebook: 100 Women Who Care – London & Area Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 24th, 2026 at 6:30 pm
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