More than 1,200 students from across Oxford County took part in United Way Oxford’s annual Student Stairclimb on November 5th, raising more than $41,700 for local programs and services.
The event brought together students from high schools throughout the county for a morning of friendly competition, teamwork and community spirit. Participants raised money, cheered on their classmates and competed for the annual Student Stairclimb trophy.
Ingersoll District Collegiate Institute once again claimed the trophy, raising the most money with a total of $12,334.95.
Overall, this year’s event generated $41,735.95, with the proceeds being invested directly back into Oxford County through United Way Oxford’s network of 18 funded community partners and 53 local programs.
Meridian Credit Union served as the presenting sponsor, helping make the annual fundraiser possible.
Steve Halyk, Branch Manager at Meridian Credit Union in Woodstock, says the event is an important opportunity to get young people involved in supporting their communities and encourage them to make a difference at an early age.
Since it began in 2004, the Student Stairclimb has raised more than $519,000, making it one of United Way Oxford’s most successful youth-led fundraising initiatives.
United Way Oxford is thanking the students, educators, volunteers, community supporters and Meridian Credit Union for helping make this year's event another success.news1 Moved File from Markets\ON West\Holding to Markets\ON West\Daily Stories @ 11/09/26 04:25 AM
