Join a Vibrant Community of Women Leading Change in Scarborough

Are you looking for philanthropic volunteer opportunities that make a real impact? The Scarborough Women of Philanthropy (SWOP) is a dedicated group of local leaders driving healthcare transformation through fundraising, advocacy, and community connection. Proudly partnered with SHN Foundation, we empower women to lead with purpose.

Our Why

Mission

To support SHN through a shared commitment to fundraising, advocacy, and community engagement.

Vision

As a leading partner of SHN, we are champions for exceptional healthcare in Scarborough.

Values

Inclusivity. Caring. Connection. Fun. Opportunity.

Why Volunteer with SWOP?
For many of our volunteers, including Brenda Librecz and Denise Bacon, this isn’t just about giving back—it’s personal.
Brenda, now cancer-free, found strength and purpose after her diagnosis through SWOP. Denise, a passionate community advocate, joined after volunteering at one of our signature events. Together, they now lead SWOP as co-chairs.
Meet the co-chairs
Get Involved
The Scarborough Women of Philanthropy are looking for women from the community to lend their time and talent to one of our sub-committees. Whether you want to fundraise for the community, get involved with an event, help recruit, or share your social media expertise, we have a committee for you!

SWOP Co-Chairs

Denise Bacon and Brenda Librecz

Sub-Committees

Community Fundraising
Chair - Irene Evans, Sue Vine
Signature Events
Chair - Tulla Bateman
Sip Shop & Celebrate
Co-Chairs - Annisa Mohamed & Shirley Merith
HER Health Network
Chair - Melanie Neill
Recruitment
Chair - Gladys Bumanglag
Social Media & Marketing
Chair - Leighanne Woodstock
Community Engagement & Hospital Liaison
Future Committee
Explore our Past Events
Sip, Shop and Celebrate 2024
Explore
Her Health Network 2025
Explore
Have Questions
Contact Denise Bacon at denisemarybacon@gmail.com
or Brenda Librecz at thecommish60@hotmail.com
or Deanna Nearing at dnearing@shn.ca.