Taylor Ferguson
Memorial Trust Fund
Honouring Taylor’s Spirit
Despite the challenges of 2021, the Sudbury Manitoulin Children’s Foundation’s Send A Kid to Camp program continued to create unforgettable experiences for local children. That summer, the Taylor Ferguson Memorial Trust Fund proudly supported three children in attending camp. Since its founding in 2008, the Fund has helped 51 children experience camp and supported 131 PLAY sessions—thanks to the generosity of dedicated donors.
Taylor was a vibrant, fun-loving young man who cherished fishing, camping, baseball, snowboarding, and time spent outdoors. In his memory, the Taylor Ferguson Memorial Trust Fund was established to share these passions with children—offering them the same joy, adventure, and personal growth that meant so much to him.
For 18 years, Taylor’s spirit has lived on through the unwavering dedication of Peg and Lyndon Ferguson, along with their family and friends. By supporting both the Send-A-Kid-to-Camp and PLAY programs, the Fund helps open doors for marginalized children to connect with nature, build confidence and life skills, develop leadership, and form lasting friendships.
Over nearly two decades, the Fund has made a meaningful difference in the lives of countless children—helping them discover their strengths, create joyful memories, and experience a true sense of hope and belonging. It stands as a lasting tribute to Taylor’s spirit and the values he embodied.
The growth of the investments in Taylor's Trust is derived from designated donations and various family run fundraisers. The interest generated from the investments each year is used to send children to summer camp. As of 2021, over 35 disadvantaged children have been sent to camp directly due to proceeds from Taylor's Trust.
We are proud to announce that with the interest generated by the Trust Fund, Peg and Lyndon have graciously decided to also support the SMCF PLAY Program (Positive Leisure Activities for Youth). The PLAY Program is dedicated to removing barriers to support marginalized youths can participate in organized sport, recreation, and leisure programs. The contributions from the Trust Fund will further ensure that all kids "get that chance to PLAY".
We are thankful that Peg and Lyndon Ferguson, their extended family and friends continue to carry the torch of Taylor's passions though the Trust Fund. With their efforts, the Trust Fund continues to support young people in our community through the Send-A-Kid To Camp, and now the PLAY Program, offering many disadvantaged children the opportunity to go to camp. With your support, we look forward to helping children make lasting summer memories.
Thank You Sudbury Airport
A warm thank you to the Sudbury Airport for dedicating the proceeds from the "Change for Charity" box to the Taylor Ferguson Memorial Send-A-Kid to Camp Program from January through June 2015. This fund supports the Sudbury Manitoulin Children's Foundation's "Send-A-Kid To Camp" Program.
The Sudbury Manitoulin Children's Foundation
7th Annual Charity Chair Auction
A great success. July 2015 marked the 7th anniversary of Taylor's Angel Day, and to commemorate him Peg Ferguson joined forces with us. Chair #20 was sponsored for Taylor. All donations received, as well as the proceeds from the chair went to Taylor's Memorial Fund. "Our "living testimony" to Taylor is now sending 3 local disadvantaged children to summer camp every year and I'm certain he would be very proud and thankful for the support received." A warm thank you to Peg Ferguson and to her family and friends who participated.
