FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Guelph, ON — On Saturday, January 18, 2025 a group of 56 Grade 12 students in Wellington County, will be proving that age is no barrier to impact. These extraordinary high school students from the Beyond Borders program will host the Beyond Borders Redefine Gala at the River Run Centre in Guelph. This charity event and student-led initiative, is expected to draw an audience of over 700, promising an unforgettable evening featuring live entertainment, including a musical performance by featured Nashville artist Alexa Goldie, and exceptional food provided by local businesses.
The goal? To raise over $100,000 for local charities in Wellington County and surrounding areas.The gala represents the culmination of their efforts, with proceeds benefiting impactful organizations such as the Guelph Children’s Foundation and the Make Your Mark Foundation, as well as the Beyond Borders program itself. This ensures that experiential learning opportunities remain accessible to future learners.
Over the past four months, these students, brought together from high schools across Guelph, have been participating in the Beyond Borders program. This learning initiative challenges traditional classroom norms by emphasizing real-world applications and community engagement.
“Over its 12-year history, Beyond Borders has raised almost $1,000,000 for local causes, while redefining what education can achieve,” said Jack McEachern, Director of Marketing & Creative for the program. “This year’s group is aiming to break the event’s previous fundraising record of $132,000, showcasing once again how small groups can create monumental change.”
Beyond Borders invites you to be part of this transformative night!
Secure your tickets today at Riverrun.ca and join us for an evening that highlights the power of youth, community, and generosity.
Members of the media are encouraged to cover this impactful event and witness firsthand how these students are redefining expectations. To arrange interviews or obtain press passes, please contact Jack McEachern at BeyondBordersRedefine2025@gmail.com.
Event Information:
Beyond Borders Redefine Charity Event
Saturday, January 18th, 2025
River Run Centre, Guelph
6:00pm
Available for comment at the event:
Jack McEachern, Grade 12 , Director of Marketing & Creative, Beyond Borders
Abigail Fox, Grade 12, Manager of Marketing, Beyond Borders
Mike Parsons, Teacher, Beyond Borders, mike.parsons@ugdsb.on.ca
About Beyond Borders:
Beyond Borders is a Grade 12 experiential learning program that integrates academics with real-world applications, focusing on business leadership and community engagement. Students gain unique opportunities to step outside traditional learning environments, tackle challenges with confidence, and develop a deep sense of responsibility through collaborative projects and meaningful community contributions.
Media Contact:
Jack McEachern
Director of Marketing & Creative
Phone: 519-831-3912 / Email: BeyondBordersRedefine2025@gmail.com
Website: beyondborders1.ca