Charity Times Magazine - YEAR OF PHILANTHROPY IN THOROLD

Are your purchasing habits influenced by a company's philanthropic support of certain causes?

	Yes. I already buy products from companies that support certain causes.
	Yes, I would buy products if I knew the company was supporting charities.
	Maybe ... it depends on what the proceeds are being used for.
	No, there isn't enough transparency to prove my money goes to help.

YEAR OF PHILANTHROPY IN THOROLD

THOROLD - At the Scotiabank on Pine Street, 2009 is shaping up to be the year of philanthropy.

Community liaison Sev Troup has projects to raise funds and awareness lined up all year and branch manager Joyce McKellar says she plans to have something going each month.