Representatives from the Welland Mayor's Charity Event have handed over a cheque worth $16,960 to local charities.
Nearly 100 people attended the charity event celebrating the city's multiculturalism while supporting local charities.
Funds from this year's Mayor's Charity Event will be supporting the Niagara Community Foundation, Welland Mayor's Children & Youth Fund, Niagara Nutrition Partners, YMCA Pro Kids, and Family and Children Services.