Rotary Club of Goderich to host Shred-It fundraiser in May

Organizers and volunteers at last year’s Shred-It Fundraiser. (L-R): Douglas Ellacott, Nick Hedges, Ann McCauley, Rosanne Field, Becky Deighton, Ross Barnett, Michael Strickland, Gary Gravett, Lynn Ferguson and Douglas Norsworthy.

Residents looking to safely dispose of confidential documents while supporting a local cause will have the opportunity to do both next month.

The Rotary Club of Goderich is hosting its annual Shred-It fundraiser on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Libro Credit Union parking lot, 74 Kingston St. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Community members are invited to bring old personal and business documents for secure, on-site shredding. The service is offered by donation, with a suggested minimum contribution of $12 per banker’s box or equivalent.

The event provides a convenient and secure way to dispose of sensitive materials such as tax records, financial statements and other confidential paperwork, while helping raise funds for local initiatives.

Last year’s event saw strong participation, with enough paper collected to fill two full shredding trucks.

Funds raised through the initiative are reinvested directly into the community. Following last year’s event, one of the first major contributions was a $5,000 donation to the Huron Hurricane Aquatics Club in support of its swimming block program.

The Rotary Club of Goderich has been active in the community for more than 64 years and has raised and donated over $4.5 million to local initiatives during that time.

Organizers say the Shred-It fundraiser is a simple way for residents to protect their personal information while making a meaningful impact close to home.