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Over the years, Mr. Goudas has given various donations to different organizations in absolute and justified need. However, during the same years, Mr. Goudas has also received requests from people who unjustifiably have asked for various kinds of donations and support. For example, a group of people asked Mr. Goudas to pay for their tickets to tour the Toronto Islands. In another case, a golf tournament group threatened to no longer buy Goudas Foods products, unless a donation had been made to the tournament.

Such unjustified and unnecessary requests have brought a mixture of undesired feelings to our organization and are perceived as insulting for the nature of our generosity. Mr. Goudas has a very good knowledge of which organizations really need his help, and he has been supporting them to the best of his ability. In fact, one of the criteria for winning the Entrepreneur of the Year Award (click here to read) was the large number of donations made to needy organizations. It should never be forgotten that Mr. Goudas himself has once, early in his career, gone through very tough times of sleeping in park benches and starving for food. He knows exactly how to recognize those who really need help, and he has never denied his support to them.

Mr. Willie Williams has also talked about Mr. Goudas achievements and community support. Click here to listen.

For those who have had the privilege to see the above film where Mr. Willie Williams is speaking, they may probably have a full understanding that the letters below are meaningless compared to the amount of support that Mr. Goudas has had over the past years in community events, sponsorship of radio and television programs, senior citizens community housing sites (for various ethnic nationalities), charitable organizations, cultural organizations, individuals in need, etc., etc. If we had to list them all it would probably take forever to list and read.

If any of you out there have heard first hand or from third parties about Mr. Goudas’ kindness and generosity, and you would like to support him in this mission; please forward your donation to: Goudas Foods Concord Ontario Canada L4K 2J8.

Armenian Relief Society Inc., Roubina Chapter

To: Goudas Foods
16 Dec 2005

On Behalf of the Armenian Society (A.R.S.)Roubina Chapter, i would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your kind donationof food products to our society.

We try to reach to all those who are in needboth in Canada and abroad. We Appreciated you assistance and encouragement for achieving our worthwhile goals.

Yours Truly,

Laura Mavlian,
A.R.S. Roubina Chapter Chairperson

The Barbados St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

The Barbados St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

The Executive and members of the Barbados St. Michal Alumni (Toronto) Inc. wishes to convey a sincere thanks for your very generous contribution to our 21st anniversary celebration.

The profits realized from this and other events are donated to local charities. We also provide assistance in the form of a scholarship to a student attending a university in Canada, and we provide financial assistance to members of the community wherever possible.

In the past as well, your generous donations of food items have been most valuable.

Yours truly,

Dolores McIntosh
(Chair Social Committee)

National Council of Jamaicans and supportive organizations in Canada Inc.

April 27, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas:

Thank you for you support toward our reception, which will be held at the Jamaican Canadian Centre.

Your contribution will not go unrecognized and will receive public recognition.

We wish you continued good health and success in your business endeavors!

Appreciatively,

Patricia Williams
Board of Director

Orthodox Church of Prophet Elias

August 9, 2001

Dear Mr. Goudas;

We would like to thank you for your generous support of the annual Festival of our Community.

It was a wonderful success.

It is with support such as yours that our Church can continue benefit the community.

Father Peter Mentis, Priest

Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton & District Inc.

October 31, 2002

Dear Goudas Foods,

On behalf of the members and Board of the Afro - Caribbean Canadian Association of Hamilton In.

I offer our most sincere appreciation and gratitude, for all your help, in making "Caribbean Night 2002" held October 27, a successful one.

We had approximately 250 people, and all appeared to have had a good time. Our guest speaker, Consul General of Barbados, Ms. Kay McConney delivered a very poignant and uplifting speech.

The food, music and entertainment were equally enjoyable.

We could not have done it without your help. Again, many thanks and we look forward to working together with you in the future, for the enhancement of the community.

The children enjoyed the special drinks donated by you.

Yours respectfully,

Beatrice McLean, President
Lloyd Turner, Program Co-ordinator

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Association of Toronto Inc.

March 1, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas,

The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Association coordinated its third annual Christmas Outreach Project by handing out a Food Hamper to each of six (6) households in the Toronto area.

Your donation enabled us to put together some useful food items which would have served the families for a few days over the Christmas Holidays.

Our sincere thanks to you for helping us "make it happen".

With every good wish to you and your organization.

Yours sincerely,
Silma Millington, Executive Secretary

Donald Willard Moore Scholarship Fund

August 20, 1997

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

I am taking this opportunity to ask you, once again for a donation for the Donald Willard Moore Scholarship Fund, which provides a scholarship each year to a black or Caribbean student entering the second year of a business course at George Brown College.

We are very grateful for your past support and we do hope that you can help us again this year.

So far four scholarships, worth $500 each, have been awarded and we hope to award another one this year.

Thank you again for your support.

Yours truly

Gordon Bynoe
Chairperson

Greek Orthodox community of Mississauga

Church of Prophet Elias

July 17, 2004

Dear Mr. Goudas

The event occurs once a year for a period of four (4) days, and provided the weather is good, everyone has a great time.

The purpose of the event is to collect the profits from the sales of food, cakes, drinks, etc., with the proceeds going to Philanthropies (who support the poor and underprivileged).

Most of the main ingredients used to make the cakes and pastries are donated by Goudas Foods, who support not only this event, but also similar events for other nationalities.
In the pictures below you may view a display of pastries such as, baklava, galaktoboureko, bougatsa, kataifi, spinach pie, tyropita (cheese pie), touloubes, and many different varieties of cakes.

The festivities included the Olympic Torch Flame ceremony, in which young women dress according to tradition for the event.
In some pictures you can see the priest (Peter Mentis) and president of the association (Dimitrios Tsatsaronis) participating in the ceremony.

Peter Mentis

BARBADOS OVERSEAS COMMUNITY-CANADA INC.

Goudas Foods

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

September 7, 2007.

On behalf of Barbados Overseas Community-Canada Inc. (BOCC), sincerre thanks for the donation made to our Community.

BOCC appreciates the relationship with you and your team and we look forward to your continued support.

Jessica Carrington
President

MOUNT ZION FOOD BANK

From the MOUNT ZION FOOD BANK, 140 ST. REGIS CRES., DOWNSVIEW ON

Dear Mr. Goudas

Thank you so much for your generosity in giving us boxes and boxes of food/food products for our clients in the food bank.

As you know, in the last couple of months, the people we serve in our area have been increasing in numbers and the supplies we get from the North York Food Harvest have not been enough.

We serve twice a month, on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, and plan to open weekly, maybe in the spring, as per request by North York Food Harvest.

We sincerely thank you for your kindness and may the good Lord continue to richly bless you and your business in your desire to help the less fortunate in the community.

Sincerly, Belle Ganzon, Mt. Zion Community Services Coordinator

Philanthropic Association Evangelistria

Φιλανθρωπική Οργάνωση Ελληνίδων «Η Ευαγγελίστρια»

4 Μαρτίου, 2004

Αγαπητέ,

Έκ μέρους της Φιλοπτώχου Αδελφότητος της Ενορίας μας και όλων των ευσεβών ενοριτών μας εκφράζουμε θερμές ευχαριστίες για την ευγενική δωρεά σας και για τις πρόθυμες υπηρεσίες σας, που δείχνουν την αγάπη σας προς την Εκκλησία και την κατανόηση του έργου που επιτελούμε.

Ευχόμαστε ο Δωρεοδότης Κύριος να σας ανταμείψει πλούσια με τις υλικές και πνευματικές δωρεές Του.

Προσευχόμαστε, η Υπεραγία Θεοτόκος να σας κρατεί πάντοτε κάτω από την προστασία και σκέπη Της.

Με εκτίμηση και ευχές Κυρίου,
Ο Ιερατικώς Προιστάμενος, Πρωτοπρεσβ. Παναγιώτης Αυγερόπουλος
Η Πρόεδρος της Φιλοπτώχου, Κυρία Ελένη Σπυρίδη

English Translation:

Philanthropic Association Evangelistria

March 4th, 2004

Our dearest,

On behalf of the Philanthropic Association of our Community and all our respected members, we express our great appreciation for your generous donation and for your readily provided services, that show your love towards the Church and your understanding of our work.

We wish our Grateful God will reward you generously with material and spiritual gifts.

We pray that our Holy Mary will always keep you under Her protection and care.

With respect and wishes to God,
The President of the Philanthropic Association
Eleni Spuridi

Barbados Overseas Community-Canada Inc.

January 9, 1995

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

On behalf of the Executive and members of the Barbados Overseas Community-Canada Inc. I sincerely thank you for your kind donation of groceries for our 1994 children Christmas Party.

It is the kind gestures from people such as yourself within our community that should be acknowledged more often.

Yours very truly,
M.C. Carrington
President

Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc. Ladies Auxiliary

March 4th, 1999

Dear Sir,

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc. wish to extend their appreciation for your generous contribution to their annual Koulouma Dinner, which was a great success.

We thank you for your continuing support to this worthy cause.

Sincerely yours,

Bessy Manchavrakos
President

Trinidad & Tobago Association of Ontario

April 15, 1996

Thank you for agreeing to continue your support to the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Ontario through your generous donation.

In appreciating for your support, we will display your company's name as a sponsor on any flyer we produce for this event.

Again, thank you for your support.

Carlyle Damel
President

CYPRIOT COMMUNITY OF MISSISSAUGA AND DISTRICT

June 4, 2001

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Cypriot Community of Mississauga and District, I want to thank you for your recent donation to the Cypriot Carassauga pavilion.

Without your generosity, we would not be able to share the Cypriot culture with other Canadians.

Your donation enabled the Cypriot Carassauga Pavilion to entertain more than 10,000 visitors and the Cypriot Community takes pride in another successful year.

Once again, thank you for recognizing the importance of maintaining our heritage in the community.

Sincerely,
Nick Kokkinou
President

Pan-Epirotic Federation of Canada

Pan-Epirotic Federation of Canada

November 20th, 1999

Dear Mr. Goudas,

The Pan-Epirotic Federation of Canada would like to express its great appreciation for your contribution in the success of the first Award Ceremony, which was organized on November 13th, 1999, with the purpose to award its outstanding students.

The amount of $1000 that covered the monetary awards, and the donation of a variety of Mr. Goudas products for the after-party, was a generous contribution.

We thank you again and hope in your future support and input.

Sincerely,

The Governing Body

Ioanna Rizou
President

Scotiabank - The Bank of Nova Scotia

September 15, 1993

Dear Mr. Goudas,

I wish to express my appreciation for your generous Donation as sponsor to United Way. In what has become a worthwhile tradition, some 300 Scotia Bankers from West Metro Toronto gathered for an enjoyable evening with their colleagues and raised in excess of $53,000.

On behalf of the United Way thank you again for your support.

Yours very truly,

D.E. Knight
Commercial Banking Manager

Consulate General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago

February 11, 2003

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Trinidad and Tobago/Canada Assistance Fund Committee (T&T CAN), the staff of the Trinidad and Tobago Consulate and on my own behalf, I wish to convey our sincere appreciation and gratitude for your kindness and the generosity you demonstrated to our organization.

Your contribution was very significant and helped in achieving our goal with unquestionable success.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Vernetta Calvin-Smith,
Consul General

Letter sent to the United Nations

March 27, 2003

United Nations

Kofi A Annan, Secretary General

Dear Sir,

Goudas Food Products & Investments Ltd. is known for contributions to various organizations that support absolutely needy, and desperate hungry people.

At the moment, we are focusing on the unfortunate peoples of Iraq, and since their main staple food is rice, we would like to offer you a few thousand family sized bags, to deliver directly to the above mentioned people.

We are a modest company looking to help those in desperate need. However, in order for us to succeed in helping, we require assurance from you that this rice will arrive and be distributed to the people who absolutely need it.

We place this task in your capable hands as you have earned the world's respect as a true peaceful leader.

Awaiting for your kind response,
Sincerely yours,
Goudas Food Products & Investments

Peter Goudas
President & CEO

This registered mail was sent to Kofi A. Annan, with the response to reserve Mr. Goudas' offer for future needs. However, his excellency promised to have dinner with Mr. Goudas if possible on his next visit to Canada.

Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton & District Inc.

October 7, 2003

Dear Mrs. Goudas,

On behalf of the members and Board of the Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton and District, we offer sincere thanks and appreciation for your help in making our Caribbean Night 2003 a tremendous success.

We had approximately 250 people and all appeared to have enjoyed the evening.

The food, music and entertainment were equally enjoyable.

We could not have done it without your help.
Again many thanks and we look forward to working with you in the future, for the enhancement of our Community.

Yours Respectfully,

Lloyd Turner, Program Co-ordinator
Beatrice C. McLean, President

Beverly Mascoll Community Foundation

July 12, 1996

Dear Peter:

On behalf of our entire Founding Group, we would like to sincerely thank you for your donation and your contribution to The Beverly Mascoll Community Foundation over the years.

It is because of people like you that we successfully fundraised to achieve our goals in 1996.

Sincerely,
Beverly Mascoll
..........................

“In the spring of 1972 I had a grocery store in Kensington Market. One afternoon, I had a visit from a very beautiful lady named Beverly Mascoll; (Bio peg 89) she was the owner of the Mascoll Beauty Supply Ltd. (cosmetic supplies business).
As it was expected, I, as the owner of a food company, had no interest in cosmetic businesses. However, despite the fact that there was apparently nothing to discuss, lady Mascoll insisted that she picks up all food products that were un-sellable due to slightly damaged packages or ripped labels.
I agreed although I was very curious to hear the reason why would a cosmetics lady need those products.
This is when I learned that lady Mascoll was also the founder of an organization that helped poor people. I soon realized that this lady was even more beautiful at heart than she was in appearance.

This wonderful relationship lasted a few decades, until early into the century Beverly passed away (May 16, 2001), leaving behind memories to thousands of people that she had helped over the years.
Those of us who knew Beverly Mascoll found her to be an outstanding human being and a wonderful person. Beverly Mascoll, received many awards and honours, including the Order of Canada.”

Orthodox Community of Mississauga - Prophet Elias

November 22, 2000

Dear Mr. Goudas;

On behalf of Prophet Elias' Greek Orthodox Community, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your generous support.

Your truly,

Father Peter Mentis, Priest

Guyanese Heritage & Cultural Association

July 18, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas:

On behalf of the Guyanese Heritage and Cultural Association, we wish to thank you for your contribution of food products to our organization, it was greatly appreciated.

Yours truly,

Shirley George (Mrs)
Secretary

Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc.

March 17, 1997

Dear Mr. Goudas,

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc., wish to extend their appreciation for your generous contribution.

We thank you for your continuing support over the years to this worthy cause.

Sincerely yours,

Maria Capetanakis
President

Parish of the Orthodox Church of Saints Panteleimon, Anna and Paraskevi (Markham/York Region)

Parish of the Orthodox Church of Saints Panteleimon, Anna and Paraskevi (Markham/York Region)

April 22, 2003

Beloved in the Lord,

On behalf of the Parish of the Orthodox Church of Saints Panteleimon, Anna and Paraskevi (Markham/York Region).

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continuing support and most generous donations towards our community and the homeless and needy people of the city of Toronto.

Your contributions have helped this community as well as the greater community of the city of Toronto in a most positive way.

God bless you and all your employees for your love and support.

Sincerely Yours,
Rev. Odisseys Drossos, Parish Priest
Toula Karageorgiou, Philoptochos President

Certificate of Appreciation

Certificate of Appreciation

March 5, 2004

This certificate is awarded to Mr. Peter Goudas of Goudas Food Products Co. Ltd. in recognition of your valuable contribution over the years to: The hellenic Home for The Aged Inc.

Mr. Dan Theodorou
Chief Executive Officer
Mrs. Bessy Manchavrakos
President Ladies Auxiliary
Hellenic Home for The Aged Inc

Orthodox Metropolis of Toronto (Canada)

June 3rd, 1999

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of Prophet Elias' Orthodox Church, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your generous support of our Community.

Yours truly,

Mr. Vasili Bakogiannis
Festival Chairman

The National Council of Barbadians in Canada

February 24, 2011

To: Goudas Foods

On behalf of the National Council of Barbadians in Canada we would like to thank you for your contribution.

NCBAC Central Region appreciates your many contributions over the years and look forward to a lasting relationship.

Yours truly,

Jessica Carrington
Associate Member

Greek Orthodox community of Mississauga - Church of Prophet Elias

Greek Orthodox community of Mississauga - Church of Prophet Elias

October 18, 2000

Dear Mr. Goudas,

We would like to thank you for your kind donation this past summer to the annual Greek Festival of the Greek Orthodox Community of Mississauga, Church of Prophet Elias.

It is with the generous support of contributors, such as yourself, that our Church will continue to grow and be better able to serve God and His people.

Your truly, on behalf of the Festival committee

Mr. John Dagonas,
Festival Cmt. Chairman

Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School

Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School

May 8, 1995

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

On behalf of the members and friends of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Ontario, I would like to thank you for your contribution to our Annual Spring Brunch.

Sincerely,

Edwin Terry
President

Jehovah Bless International Ministries Inc.

Jehovah Bless International Ministries Inc.

March 2, 2004

Dear Mr. Goudas,

Sincere greetings to you.

The world of God declared "For the Needy shall not always be forgotten: the expectation of the poor shall not perish for ever." Psalm 9:18.

Jehovah Bless International Ministries is a registered charitable organization, which was divinely inspired by God in 1992.

JBIM is committed to making a difference in the lives of the most needy people in every race and culture by seeking to meet both the spiritual and physical needs.

I would like to thank you for your generosity and contribution you have made to the Jehovah Bless International Ministries (JBIM) "Mission for the Needy".

It is with pleasure, that I acknowledge your kindness to help those who are less fortunate.

Once again, thank you for your kindness in serving the community and those less fortunate.

May you and your family be blessed for your generosity.

Sincerely,
Hazel Hanson
President

Schomberg Agricultural Society

Schomberg Agricultural Society

June 1, 2003

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Schomberg Agricultural Society, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generous donation of product, that helped make the 153rd Agricultural Spring Fair a success.

Andy MacPherson
Manager

Sts. Constantine & Helen Orthodox Church

June 21st, 1998

Dear Mr. Goudas,

The first annual festival of the Sts. Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church was a huge success.

On behalf of the executive, we wish to extend our deepest gratitude for your generosity in supporting this most important effort of our community.

God bless you,

Sincerely,

Dr. K.L. Kouvelos-Foster, Md.,
Secretary - Board of Directors,
On behalf of Fr. Paul Drakos and the Executive Board of Directors

The Government of Ontario

The Government of Ontario

December 15, 1988

IN acknowledgement of the spirit of generosity exchibited in the Hurricane Gilbert Jamaican Relief drive, the Government of Ontario is pleased to recognize the commitment of Goudas Foods.

Gerry Phillips
Minister of Citizenship

Philanthropic Association "Evangelistria"

The Greek Ladies' Philanthropic Association "Evangelistria"

August 10, 2003

Dear Mr. Goudas

On behalf of all the members of the Philoptochos Society "Evangelistria" and all the members of our Church, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generosity of donated gifts and time that was recently made toward the Panagia Church.

In closing, we again would like to extend our heart-felt gratitude to you, and pray that the Panagia keep you under Her protection, and that our Lord grant you every happiness and spiritual blessings from Heaven above.

Yours with best wishes and blessing of the Load,
Rev. Fr. Peter J. Avgeropoulos, Parish Priest
Helen Spyridis, President of Philoptochos

Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc.

Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc.

March 4, 1996

Dear Mr. Goudas,

The ladies Auxiliary of the Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc. wish to extend their appreciation for your generous contribution to their annual KOULOUMA dinner, which was a great success.

We thank you for your continuing support to this worthy cause.

Sincerely yours,
Maria Capetanakis
President

Barbados House (Canada) Inc.

Barbados House (Canada) Inc.

January 9, 1995

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

Thank you for your generous contribution to the fundraising banquest. The event has a huge success.

Best wishes for the New Year from the Executive of Barbados House Canada inc.

Yours truly,
Joan Rowe
Chairperson, Fundraising Banquet

STS Constantine & Helen Orthodox Church and St. Phanourios Chapel

STS Constantine & Helen Orthodox Church and St. Phanourios Chapel

June 2002

Dear Mr. Goudas,

Saints Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church has recently undergone a major renovation and expansion of the facilities.

There is still a lot of work to be done. The beautification of our Church can only be completed with the continued generosity of our Community.

The Parish Priest, The Board of Directors and the Philoptochos Society would like to thank your company and you personally Mr. Goudas for your support.

Rev. Fr. Apostolos (Paul) Drakos, Parish Priest
Dr. Apostolos Tountas, President

Passion For Fashion

Passion For Fashion

April 10, 1995

Dear Mrs. Goudas,

I write regarding "Ochonma '95", the recent Fashion and Designer Trade Show held on March 11, 1995 at the Oriole Community Recreation Centre in North York.

The event was successful in many ways because of sponsorship by companies such as yours. Your actual presence was of great encouragement.

By attending you exhibited to us your sincere interest and commitment to our community development efforts to showcase the work of racial minority designers.

On behalf of Passion For Fashion and the Federation of Trinidad & Tobago Organizations of Ontario, I would like to say a big thank you for your company's very generous in-kind donation.

Sincerely,

Beryl Nicholson
Event Coordinator

Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School

Saint Francis Xavier Catholic School

March 9, 1992

Dear Mr. Goudas:

On behalf of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, we would like to thank you for your generous donation of canned foods and tropical soft drinks.

Again, thank you for your co-operation.

Your sincerely,

J. Vasano
Vice Principal

Metropolis Philoptochos Board of Canada

Metropolis Philoptochos Board

December 30, 2003

Dear Mr. Goudas

On behalf of the members of the Metropolis Philoptochos Board, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your generous contribution to our Philoptochos.

It is your support that enables Philoptochos to keep its doors open and provide the appropriate support to those that are in need.

Once again, we are greatful for your generosity.

Sincerely,

Pauline Missios
President,
Metropolis Philoptochos Board of Canada

All Nations Full Gospel Church

All Nations Full Gospel Church

June 8th, 1995

Dear Mr. Goudas,

Greetings to you in the precious name of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ, Amen.

Thank you for donating food products for distribution to our large congregation on this joyous occasion of our Pastor's appreciation.

As a body, we have seen the sacrifices, the contributions and the numerous hours which Rev. Dr. Samuel Donkor has invested in our community.

As such, we have set aside the weekend of June 10 and 11 to honour and express our appreciation to him. By this donation you have, in deed, echoed our sentiments to our great leader.

We are most thankful to you for this humane gesture. We pray for God's favor on your life and on your business ventures.

Remain Blessed

Rev. Ralph Dartey
(Associate Pastor)

Touchstone Youth Centre

Touchstone Youth Centre

December 23, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas,

Thank you for the generous donation of fine food products from your company.

When the two van loads arrived, filled with all those wonderful products, we were thrilled. Your contribution to this years Christmas Drive was easily the most significant one received.

Thanks to the valued support of individuals like yourself.

We do appreciate your gift and hope that you will continue to be a corporate supporter of the Touchstone Youth Centre.

Sincerely,
Touchstone Youth Centre
Sabine Wood
Executive Director

AFRO-CANADIAN CARIBBEAN ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON & DISTRICT

AFRO-CANADIAN CARIBBEAN ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON & DISTRICT

August 26, 2003

Dear Ms. Pat Goudas:

I would like to take this opportunity to again thank you and Goudas Foods' for its generosity in supporting the festivities of the Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton and District.

This event was highly successful and we owe a great deal of gratitude for the Grace Foods' contribution.

Our 2003 Caribbean Night is taking place on October 4th. Several hundred ethnically diverse people from around Southern Ontario will attend this event, as the Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association is the key contact to the Caribbean/Black community for the Greater Hamilton area.

Our Keynote Speaker this year was the Consulate- General of Trinidad and Tobago, Ms. Vernetta Calvin-Smith.

We would be very grateful if Goudas Foods' could again contribute food and/or beverage products to assist us in delivering this event.

We are hoping to have continued support to this event from various food manufacturers, stores and Caribbean Consulates and embassies.

Sincerely,
Lloyd Turner, Program Coordinator
Beatrice C. McLean, President

Hellenic Home

Hellenic Home

February 23, 2004

Dear Mr. Goudas:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generous donation of goods to our Hellenic Home tenants.

At the Hellenic Home, residents receive the care they need to continue living to their fullest potential.

It means more independence, a wider range of activities and much improved qualities of life, which are all provided for in a safe and familiar cultural surrounding.

Through direct care and a wide range of programs, Hellenic Home improves the lives of people who are facing significant physical and psychosocial challenges.

In supporting the Hellenic Home, you are assisting us to better serve our aging population with a state of the art new building that will greatly enhance and aid in the delivery of quality care and service to our residents.

Thank you, once again, for your consideration and benevolence in supporting our cause.

With warm personal regards,
Danny Theodorou
Chief Executive Officer

"Panagia" Philoptochos Society of the Annunciation

The Greek Ladies' Philanthropic Association

October 11, 2003

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the "Panagia" Philoptochos Society of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Cathedral of Toronto, we would like to thank you for your kind and generous donations to our Church over the past year.

Your donations of food and supplies have helped our Philanthropic Society and our Church to achieves its goals, by supporting our efforts to assist those in need, to meet the various Church expenses, and above all, in making it possible to spread the Word and the truth that is in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

We pray that our Lord always bless you and your family with abundant blessings from above, keeping and preserving you and yours with health, happiness, prosperity, and spiritual growth, through the prayers and intercessions of the Virgin Mary.

Once again, thank you for your support and generosity.

Yours sincerely,
Father Peter Avgeropoulos Parish Priest
Mrs Helen Spyridis President of the Philoptochos

The Barbados St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

The Barbados St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

The Executive and members of the Barbados St. Michal Alumni (Toronto) Inc. wishes to convey a sincere thanks for your very generous contribution to our 21st anniversary celebration.

The profits realized from this and other events are donated to local charities. We also provide assistance in the form of a scholarship to a student attending a university in Canada, and we provide financial assistance to members of the community wherever possible.

In the past your generous donations of food items have been most valuable.

Yours truly,

Dolores McIntosh
(Chair Social Committee)

THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF BARDADIAN ASSOCIATIONS IN CANADA INC. (CENTRAL REGION)

THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF BARDADIAN ASSOCIATIONS IN CANADA INC. (CENTRAL REGION)

March 10, 2004

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

The members of The National Council of Barbadian Associations in Canada Inc. (Central Region) wish to thank you for your donation. Your contribution was very much appreciated.

The proceeds from our fundraising will be going towards research for Sickle Cell disease and to the Sickle Cell Diagnostic Classroom at the Hospital for Sick Children.

I wish you good health and best of luck in your future endeavours.

Yours respectfully,

Gloria West, Chairperson
The National Council of Barbadian Associations in Canada Inc. (Central Region)

Q-ssis Christmas Family Dinner

Q-ssis Christmas Family Dinner

March 16, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas,

We take this opportunity to thank you for your participation in our annual Christmas Family Dinner.

You will be happy to know that with your contribution we served 5,114 persons and made a lot of families and children happy during this season.

We therefore are pleased to congratulate you and enclose herewith the "Christmas Family Dinner Award" which is given to honour you and your company for your assistance.

We thank you and remain,

Yours very truly,

Q-ssis Christmas Family Dinner Inc.

Harry E. Kioussis
President

ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGELThe Anglican Church of Canada (Diocese of Toronto)

ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

The Anglican Church of Canada (Diocese of Toronto)

October 3, 2004

Dear Ms. Pat Goudas:

On behalf the congregations of St. Michael the Archangel Anglican Church I am writing to that you for your generous donation.

Your gift made our evening very successful.
The funds that the parish raises helps us to meet our commitments to our community such as our outreach projects:

Sheffield Park Black Musuem in Collingwood and the parish church and school at Monkey River in Belize.
Once again as a corporate neighbour and friend I thank you for your contribution in support of our parish.

Faithfully,

Father Keith Byer
Priest in charge

The Barbados St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

R. J. Smith Senior Citizens

R. J. Smith Senior Citizens' Club

February 28, 1995

Dear Peter:

I am happy for you in your successes over the years… "From Rags to Riches". You are to be so very highly commended.

I hope "The New Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year Award '93" continues to generate new business for you.

Peter, the people in our complex have greatly appreciated your donation of food that we picked up February 13th.

On their behalf, Thank you Very, Very Much.

Yours truly,
Fred Poyhonen, V.P.

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO REPUBLIC DAY AWARD

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO REPUBLIC DAY AWARD

March 29th, 2002

Awarded to:
Spyros Peter Goudas
Multi Culturalism

In appreciation of your outstanding contribution and dedication to the development of the Arts. Culture and Education of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in Canada.

Mr. Kenn F. Shah
Chairman Republic Day Celebrations
Mr. Cyril Blanchfield
Council General for Trinidad and Tobago

Council of Jamaicans and Supportive Organizations in Canada, Inc.

The Board of Directors of the National Council of Jamaicans and Supportive Organizations in Canada, Inc.

May 19, 1994

We would like to thank you for your generous support to our convention reception which will be held on the Jamaican Canadian Centre, on Friday May 20th.

Public recognition will be given to you and your company/organization for your contribution of food/refreshments.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish you continued success in all your personal and business endeavors.

Appreciatively,

Patricia Williams,
Treasurer

Grace Mount Zion Apostolic Church

Grace Mount Zion Apostolic Church

We wish to express our sincere thanks for your donation of food items to our Annual Convention held August 10 - 13. With your assistance we were able to provide adequately for everyone in attendance.

Again, thank you very much, and may God bless you richly.

Your Community Pastor,

Grace Mount Zioni Apostolic Church
Elder R. Anderson

St. Francis of Assisi Church

St. Francis of Assisi Church

January 15th, 2004

Goudas Food
Attn: Mr. Panos

Thank you for your generous donation of foods to be used towards our monthly food bank.

We have approximately 130 families each month at our food bank.

Your donation will help us a great deal.

May God Bless you give you peace and prosperity for the coming year.

Your Sincerely,
Joan Yim

Pan-Epirotic Federation of Canada

Pan-Epirotic Federation of Canada

January 10th, 1999

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Governing Body of the Pan-Epirotic New Year's Eve Celebration, we would like to thank you for your contribution.

Your generosity was an important factor in the success of this event.

We wish that 1999 will be a prosperous year for you and your organization.

Sincerely,

Ioanna Rizou
President

Orthodox Church Metamorphosis Tou Sotiros

Orthodox Church Metamorphosis Tou Sotiros

Mr. Goudas,

I am very pleased to send you this letter with our Thanks for your recent donation to our organization.

I pray that our Lord may bless you and bestow to you abundantly every material and spiritual gift.

With my love in the Lord
Fr. Charalambos Elles

Jamaican Canadian Association

Jamaican Canadian Association
United Way of GTA Member Agency

March 1, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas:

On behalf of the Jamaican Canadian Association please accept my sincere thanks for the donation you made to our Black History Event Day.

There were approximately 230 people present. We recognized your contribution periodically throughout the day, and we also encouraged the audience to support your business.

We will be writing about your contribution in the next issue of the Association's Newsletter, so that all our members can be informed of your generosity.

Once again the JCA thanks you very much for your donation.

Sincerely,

Billroy Powell
Community Development Worker

CONSULATE GENERAL OF GRENADA

CONSULATE GENERAL OF GRENADA
439 University Ave., Suite 930
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5G 1Y8

March 24, 2005

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS TO GOUDAS FOODS

We would like to extend a special thank you to Goudas Foods for their contribution to our Relief Effort.

CONSULATE GENERAL OF GRENADA

World Partnership Walk 2005

Aknowledgement to Goudas Food

Thank you for making a World of Difference.

Regards,
World Partnership Walk
An Initiative of Aga Khan Foundation Canada

Antartikon Hellenic Benefit Association

Toronto, 1994

The Antartikon Hellenic Benefit Association proudly aknowledges and sincerely thanks Mr. Spiros Goudas, owner of Goudas Food Products Ltd. for your generous contributions and continued support to our association.

The Barbados St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

Daily Bread Food Bank

Daily Bread Food Bank

March 1, 2004

Dear Company Representative:

We wish to acknowledge your generosity during the past year. From April till December, 2003 your company donated a total of: 1,995 pounds

We most certainly appreciate your donation of this product on behalf of those in need who turn to food banks for help. Currently, 160,000 men, women and children receive charitable food each month in the Greater Toronto Area. Sadly, 37% of them are children.

Through our 190 member agencies--food banks, drop-in centres, hostels and breakfast programs throughout the GTA-- We try to remedy the continuing need.

In addition to helping the hungry, we can all take satisfaction in diverting useful and/or nutritious products from landfill sites thus looking after the environment.

With our sincere thanks for your kind support,

Yours truly,
Mary Anne Neville
Assistant to the Executive Director

National Council of Jamaicans and supportive organizations in Canada Inc.

April 27, 1994

Dear Mr. Goudas:

Thank you for confirming you support toward our reception, which will be held at the Jamaican Canadian Centre.

Your contribution will not go unrecognized and will receive public recognition.

We wish you continued good health and success in your business endeavors!

Appreciatively,

Patricia Williams
Board of Director

Donald Willard Moore Scholarship Fund

ARMADALE PUBLIC SCHOOL

27 APR 2006

THANK-YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT OF OUR STREET FESTIVAL. WITH MANY THANKS FROM THE STUDENTS AND STAFF! THE FUNDRASING WAS A SUCCESS BY SENDING MANY STUDENTS WHO NORMALY WOULD NOT ABLE TO ATTEND.

YOURS TRULY,

ARMADALE PUBLIC SCHOOL.
A.C JOHNSON

ST.CONSTANTINE & HELEN SOCIETY

02 Jun 2006

Dear Mr.Goudas,
On behalf of members of our society we would like to thank you very much for the general support over the years.

Your contribution of the food products helps many poor people in our aria.

Tom Jiannou
President

Sai Nilayam Organization

September 11, 2010

Dear Peter Goudas

Thank you for joining us in our pursuit to assist underseverd children and families in South Africa.

Your generous assistance contributed to us surpassing our revenue goals for this fundraising event. Together with other Sai Nilayam fundraising activities, 100% of these proceds will be directed towards our South African project in Decembrer 2010.

Thanks to your kindness we will help reduce global hunger with food relief, we will help improve global health with medical services and suppliesd and we will help improve global access to education with school relief and a Learning Centre equipped with library computers and literacy programs.

We humbly thankk you for your sponsorship support. With the generous support of people like you, we will be able to help families and individuals not only to meet daily needs, but to work toward a brighter future.

Thank you again for your continued support.

Sincerely,

Your Friends at
Sai Nilayam Organization

Antartikon Hellenic Benefit Association

25 Feb 2006

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of members of our society we would like to thank you for the continuous contribution of food products.

This help us to support the underprivileged of our society.

Tom Jiannou
Vice President

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

2004 2005 SCHOOL YEAR

YORK REGION SCHOOL BOARD

PRESENTED TO GOUDAS FOODS FOR INVALUABLE CONTRIBUTION TO THE BOARDS
INSTITUTE PROGRAM

BILL CROTHERS CHAIR
BILL HOGARTH DIRECTOR

ORTHODOX COMMUNITY OF MISSISSAUGA

July 6, 2006

Mr. Goudas

On behalf of our association we would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your generous support.

Yours truly,

Mrs. Lia Maltas-Philoptochos President
Mr. D. Tsatsaronis-Council President

The Philanthropic Association "Evangelistria"

March 06, 2006

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Philanthropic Association "Evangelistria" we express our gratitude and appreciation for your generous donation, which shows your support to the community and your understanding of our work.

Respectfully yours,

The President of the Association
Mrs. Eleni Spiridi

Orthodox Church of Prophet Elias

August 9, 2001

Dear Mr. Goudas;

We would like to thank you for your generous support of our Community.

It is with support such as yours that our Church can continue benefit the community.

Father Peter Mentis, Priest

St. Michael The Archangel of Canada

To: Goudas Foods
6 Apr 05

Thank you for your generous donations to our fund raising,

Your Truly
Julie Chin
on Behalf of the fundRaising Commitee

THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF BARBADIAN ASSOCIATION

February 17, 2006

To: Goudas Foods
Dear Patricia:
On behalf of The National Council of Barbadian Associations in Canada, Inc. Central Region - I would like to thank you again for your donation in support of our recent fundraising in aid of Sickle Cell.
Thanking you for your usual co-operation and we look forward to your continued patronage.
Yours truly,

Charles Pollard, Chair

The Apostles of Infinite Love

512 Davencourt Rd., Toronot, ON

February 14th, 2006

Dear Mr. Goudas,

We would like to thank you so very much for all the times that Goudas Foods has helped us over the years.

We wish to take this occasion to express our gratitude for the wonderful donation that we have received from your company throughout the years.

Your charity is a tremendous encouragement to us in our work with the poor.

We humbly ask Our Lord and His Most Holy Mother to see to all your intentions, and to bestow upon you and your loved ones a shower of benedictions, multiplied a hundredfold in this life and in the next.

Sincerely yours,
The Apostles of Infinite Love

Piura Little Lives

14 Solway Court, Toronto, ON

February 2006

A VERY BIG THANK-YOU!

Our fundraising luncheon, which took place on January 29th, 2006, was a very big success, thanks to your generosity.

The funds we raised will be contributing to the construction of the orphanage soon. We could not have done this without your donation.

Sincerely,
Celia Aphantitis
Fundraising Coordinator
Piura's Little Lives
A Non-Profit Organization

Consulate General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago

February 11, 2003

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Trinidad and Tobago/Canada Assistance Fund Committee (T&T CAN), the staff of the Trinidad and Tobago Consulate and on my own behalf, I wish to convey our sincere appreciation and gratitude for your kindness and the generosity you demonstrated.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Vernetta Calvin-Smith,
Consul General

ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY

October 6, 2006

As in the past years, we greatly appreciate the donation of food products to assist us in carrying out the above-mentioned worthwhile endeavour.

Just a reminder that the Armenian Community Centre and its members continue to be loyal supporters of "Mr. Goudas" products over the years.

We thank you for your support

Hasmig Papissian
Bazaar Committee Chairperson

THE NUNS OF SPADINA

April, 1994

The Nuns of Spadina, after many years of providing relief for the less fortunate in the city of Toronto, have closed their doors because their building is being demolished.

However, we would like to thank you for providing food and beverage donations to us since the early 1970's.

You have done so much for us and our mission, we are assured that God will continue to bless you.

This is a short thank you from all of us.

Philanthropic Association "Evangelistria"

Dec 13 2006

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Philanthropic Association "Evangelistria" we express our gratitude and appreciation for your generous donation, which shows your support to the community and your understanding of our work.

Respectfully yours,

The President of the Association
Mrs. Eleni Spiridi

Ecumenical patriarcharte Saint Kosmas Monastery

27 December 2006

Dear Mr. Goudas,
We would like to thank you for the donation of food products that you made to our monastery.
May God bless your life and your mission.

With love
Sister Alexia

THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF BARBADIAN ASSOCIATION

February 15, 2007

On behalf of our association, we would like to express sincere thanks for your donation of food products to support raising funds in aid of Sickle Cell Anemia.

Your donation was well received.

NCBAC Present and Executive members would like to thank you for your continued support in this and other worthy causes, and look forward to a lasting relationship.

Yours truly
Jessica Carrington, President

MISSISSAUGA SENIORS GROUP

January 29, 2007

Dear Mr.Goudas:

The food products you donated to our group was very well received.

We were able to amply distribute the items to our seniors. Needless to say, they were very happy to receive them.

Thank you for your contribution and may God continue to bless and keep you healthy.

Regards,

Cor Bal

SOCIETY OF EPIRUS

March 1, 2007

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of the Executive and the members of the Society of Epirus we would like to thank you and your company for sponsoring again this year three students awards.

Your generous donation and continued support for our students and our society, is greatly appreciated and we wish you and your company success for the future.

As you know, the awards night on February 24, 2007 was a smashing success and was only due to your involvement and others such as yourself who want our students and society to prosper.

Thank you, Sincerely,

Paul Nitsotolis President
Stathis Tsolkas Secretary General

THE SISTERS OF MADONNA HOUSE

April, 2007

Dear Mr. Goudas,
Thank you so much for your generous gift of Easter foods.

You provided for marvelous celebrations which many of our friends enjoyed with us.

We were also able to share some of the food with families in need.
We pray the Risen Lord will bless you deeply and fill your great heart with His peace.
We keep you in our daily prayers.
Sincerely, Judi and all here.

P.S. We had a great visit with our good friend Mr. Joe, when he delivered your gifts. And we particularly enjoyed the West Indian foods, spinach, black beans, eggplant, rice pudding, pigeon peas, curried rice, okra in brine, tuna...You provided quite a feast for us!
Thank you once again, God bless you and your family.

MADONNA HOUSE

The Madonna House was established on April 7, 1954 in a small town called Combermere, Ontario.

Catherine de Hueck Doherty who established this organization was born in Nizhny-Novgorod, Russia, on August 15, 1896 to a deeply Christian family. Her grew up loving and believing in Christ.

World War 1 caused her to be sent to the Russian front as a nurse. As a consequence of the Russian Revolution she became a refugee and fled to England. In 1921 migrated to Canada.

She was a talented speaker travelled across North America as a successful lecturer.

On October 15, 1930 she renewed the promise she made to God during the revolution and gave her life to Him.

Catherine passed on December 14, 1985 leaving behind a spiritual family of more than 200 members and foundations around the world.

CYPRIOT COMMUNITY OF MISSISSAUGA AND DISTRICT

Attn: Mr. Goudas

Dear Panos:

Carassauga 2007 was a huge success.

There were over 20,000 people who visited our pavilion, (our best turn out yet) and our pavilion was rated one of the best three pavilions of the year.
Carassauga 2007 was a success because of your generosity!

We would like to thank you for your help, and we are looking forward to having your support next year.

Once again on behalf of the Cypriot Community of Mississauga and District, thank-you for your support.

Yours truly,

Nick Kokkinou
President
Cypriot Community of Mississauga and District

St. Vincent DePaul

2006

Mr. Goudas ,

Ten years ago, Mr. Goudas Food Products was just a local food product name that I would often see grocery shopping with my wife.

Since working in the door and dock leveler business, I have had the opportunity to meet and work with Mr. Goudas himself. It became my pleasure not only to meet the man behind the name, but also to establish a working relationship with him in the last 10 years.

Mr. Goudas is a kind, caring and good-hearted individual.

He is an accomplished businessman that appreciates his employees.

As a Canadian Immigrant myself, I understand the hardship, frustration and difficulty that one faces coming to a new country.

Although Mr. Goudas may have encountered many obstacles along the way, he has accomplished his dream, having his own line of food products sold in supermarkets across the country.

Peter Goudas should be proud of his achievements and the idea that he will leave a legacy in his name that he may pass on to his son Panos.

Panos and his father work side by side and I am sure that Mr. Goudas will pass on to his son the same values and caring quality that I have seen over the years.

Mr. Goudas has donated food to charities like St. Vincent DePaul and cares about his community.

I whish Peter and his family the best of luck for 2006 and the years to come.

I know he will continue to supply us with good products and continue to help those in need.

God bless you for your good work .

Joe Locanto

St. Michael Alumni (Toronto) Inc.

November 5 2007

Dear Mrs. Goudas:
On behalf of the Executive and Members of our association, we would like to thank you for your generous donation of food supplies.

There are special people like you helping us to meet our charitable obligations.

We wish you good health and success in your business as you continue to make a difference in our community.

Yours truly,

Gloria Went, Chairperson
Fundraising Committee

The Barbados Nurses Association of Canada (Toronto Chapter)

November 1 2007

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

On behalf of The Barbados Nurses Association of Canada (Toronto Chapter), I would like to express our sincere gratitude to you and Goudas Foods for your generous donation of food items.

Thank you and may God's richest blessings be with you, Goudas Foods Ltd., your staff, relatives and friends always.

Sincerely,

Joseph Deane
President

PANAGIA PHILOPTOCHOS SOCIETY

December 7, 2007

On behalf of our Society we would like to thank you for your kind and generous donations over the past year.

Your donations have helped our Society to achieve our goals by supporting our efforts to assist those in need.

One again we thank you for your support and generosity.

Father Peter Avgeropoulos

Mrs. Helen Spyridis
President of the Philoptochos

FEED PIURA’S COMMUNITY

FEED PIURA’S COMMUNITY 14 Solway Court, Toronto, Ontario MlW 1S6
A Non Profit Organization Raising Money
For a Shelter in Piura, Peru

April 2007

Dear Mr. Goudas:

A VERY BIG THANK-YOU!

Our fundraising luncheon of January 14, 2007 was a very big success.

We greatly appreciate your generosity.

We raised just over $15,000 and we hope to finish the construction of the Shelter in Piura, Peru very soon.

We could not have done this without your donation.

All of your efforts were very much appreciated.

Thank you for your donation to the cause.

Sincerely,

Feed Piura’s Community Group

Madonna House Apostolate

Dear Friends in Christ:
Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen. Alleleuia! Alleleuia! Alleleuia!

The kitchen crew were overwhelmed to receive all the tinned goods.

It is a great help to us aas it is something we would buy for our members who are on special diets and for the sick.
May the Lord fill you with His many graces during the Easter season.

We are experiencing new life at the farm as many new lambs are being born.

Know that each of you and your loved ones are remembered in our daily prayers.

Peace in the Risen Lord.

Thank you so very much for your great generosity towards us.

Doreen for all at Madonna House.

Philanthropic Association of Evangelistria

October 04, 2008

Dear Mr. Goudas:

On behalf of the Philanthropic Brotherhood of our society, and all our members, we would like to express our warmest

Thank You for the generous donation which has proven the love and the knowledge of the amount of work we provide to our members.

We hope our Almighty God continue to bless you. We pray for you that the most blessed Mother of God, Mary,keep you under her protection.

With the warmest wishes,

First Pastor, Panajotis Avgeropoulos
Association President, Eleni Spyridi

WORLD HARVEST MINISTRIES

3 NOV 2007

Dear Mr Goudas,

On behalf of all the kids, staff and adult students we wish to say thank you for all you have done, and for all you do to make the lives of others better.

Our Tutorial Program is beginning to take off, our current students are telling friends and family, and the people are comming despite the fact that we have not had the time to print and distribute flyers as yes.
The Lord has been good to us.

Much appreciation, love and Blessings to You.

Sincerely, Pastor Maria A. Lawrence R.N., B.R.E., M.Div.(cand).

CANADIAN TURKISH FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY

November 02, 2009

On behalf of our Board Directors, I would like to thank Goudas Food for your contribution to Canadian Turkish Friendship Community.

Your very generous support will directly benefit our students, and your generosity will help to ensure the Canadian Turkish Friendship Community continues to educate every participant student who wants higher and better education.

We value your involvement and appreciate and hope that you will visit pur facility in the future to see how we are preparing today's kids to become tomorrow's worthy citizens.

Canadian Turkish Friendship Community is a Non-Profit and Charitable Organization established in 2004 by a group of Canadian-Turkish residents province of Ontario.

Canadian Turkish Friendship Community's primary goal is support students those who in need, to promote cultural activities and educational seminars open to the public.

Yours Truly,

Taner Gecin
Director-Secretary of CTFC

MADONNA HOUSE

Tuesday, November 3, 2009
St. Martin de Porres

Dear Mr.& Mrs Goudas,
Thank you so much for your recent donation of canned and other goods which Dr. Joe McKenna delivered to us.

What a flourish, generous gift! We are blessed by your kindness and thoughtfulness in your care of us.

The enclosed letter will give you an over view of our life this past year. God bless you.

Prayerfully,
Elaine for Trudi & all

T

EVANGELISTRIA PHILANTROPIC ASSOCIATION

November 2009

On behalf of the friendly association of our community and all our members we would like give you our warm thanks for the support and donation and your understanding of our mission.

We pray that the God above will pay you back.

Also we pray to Maria mother of God to keep you always under her protection.

President,
Mrs. Eleni Spyridi

The Barbados Nurses Association of Canada

November 3, 2009

On behalf of the members of The Barbabos Nurses Association of Canada
(Toronto Chapter).

I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Goudas Foods for your generours donation of food items.

Our Association depends greatly on fund raising events, donations and the
generosity of our members, friends and relatives to maintain support to our
Charities.

Thank you and may God's richest blessings be with you, Goudas Foods Ltd.,your Staff, Relatives and Friends always.

Sincerely,
Joseph Deane President

ST. AUGUSTINE OF CANTERBURY CATHOLIC CHURCH

In recognition of your valuable contributions to our: YOUTH PROGRAM

THANK YOU & GOD BLESS!

ST. AUGUSTINE OF CANTERBURY CATHOLIC CHURCH

Fr. Daniel Mentesana, IVE

July 26, 2006

Her Excellency Michaelle Jean, Regarding Tragedy in Haiti

Her Excellency
The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean
Governor General of Canada
Rideau Hall 1 Sussex Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A1

Dear Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean:

Mr. Spyros Peter Goudas and the entire Goudas Foods Organization wishes to convey to you, and the people of Haiti, our condolences for the great loss of life, destruction and devastation caused by the recent earthquake.

Additionally, we extend our deepest and sincerest concern for the survivors of this tragedy.

Your Excellency, we witnessed your pain as you tried to convey the news of the tragedy at a press conference. How difficult it must have been for you, as Head of State and Representative of the Queen here in Canada, to try to compose yourself and represent your position, knowing that such a horrific disaster has occurred in your place of birth, your homeland. We admire your strength.

Maybe you are familiar with the Mr. Goudas line of products…. Goudas Rice is Very Nice …, flour, corn meal, sugar, beans, fruits, etc. for all nationalities.

Mr. Goudas has demonstrated in his 40+ years in the food business, that he is a strong supporter to worthy causes, as exhibited on our website, www.goudasfoods.com, Letters of Appreciation Section.

Additionally, when major disasters occur, Mr. Goudas willingly enlists the assistance of his whole organization and steps in offering major food donations.

When tragedy struck Iraq prior to the war, we wrote to Koffe Anan offering our assistance. When the Tsunami occurred in Sri Lanka, we were among the first to support the food needs of the survivors. When Hurricane Gilbert struck Jamaica, we offered our assistance. When tragedy struck Grenada, again we offered our assistance.
Currently, we support the Feed Piura, Peru project and donate to the yearly fundraiser that occurs here in Toronto.

Your Excellency, on behalf of my organization, I am offering you our assistance with respect to the food needs of the people of Haiti.

I would be thrilled at the opportunity to speak to you regarding this matter.

May our Lord give hope and grace to the survivors.

Deepest Regards,
Peter Goudas and the Goudas Foods Organization

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RIDEAU HALL

Feb 10, 2010

Dear Mr. Goudas,

On behalf of her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaelle Jean, Governor General of Canada, I would like to thank you in writing for your letter and the offer for support, in responce to the earthquake in Haiti.

Your offer to assist the people of that country is greatly appreciated.

Yours sincerely,

Shelagh Cimpaye
The Office of the Secretary
of the Governor General

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A delegation of young people from a charity called Planeterra (associated with Gap Adventures), whose CEO will be on a cargo flight to Haiti to assist in the distritubution of food directly to the people arrived at our facilities to pick up a truckload of donated food items.

Mr. Goudas felt that due to the lack of facilities (heat, fire and water) that it was more appropriate to send ready-to-eat foods in easy-pull cans. Consequently, an assorted variety of these products were loaded into the truck.

* Details of the follow-up portrayed in the Events Section

PAKISTAN RELIEF EFFORT

PAKISTAN RELIEF EFFORT

August 13, 2010

As we all know on a day to day basis Mr. Peter Spyros Goudas has a million and one things to deal with.
This fact is documented in his book: Miracles Still Do Happen, where he expands on his focus and determination. Furthermore, as evidenced in The Letters of Appreciation Section of this website, there are numerous, Thanks You, letters and hundreds that have not been posted.

Obviously, when disaster strikes somewhere around the world, and as the song from the famous film, Ghostbusters, declares: Who do they call? In this scenario, Mr. Goudas, of course!

Earlier this year, when the devastation occurred in Haiti, without hesitation, Mr. Goudas offered its assistance and made a generous donation.
Unfortunately, disastrous flooding has descended upon Pakistan.
Words can never describe the overwhelming feelings experienced when we witness such occurrences and the tragedy that ensues.

It was no surprise when Mr. Shayan Rashid, a representative from Project Ramadan, Iftaar food baskets for those in need), and the Muslim Welfare Centre, under the direction of Mr. S. Qaiser Naqvi, responsible for this project, approached Mr. Goudas for a donation to the relief effort in Pakistan.

Of course, philanthropy is a specialty of Mr. Goudas. A donation of non perishable food items to help in the relief efforts after the disastrous flooding is quite appropriate and he did not hesitate to help generously this worthy cause.

In addition to the above organization, an individual named, Habib Ramzan, of the Kingsway Real Estate Brokerage came into our office and purchased a large amount of products as his personal contribution to the Pakistan Relief Effort.
Mr. Goudas met Mr. Habib Ramzan and promptly, without hesitation, donated a further amount of products to assist Mr. Razman with his contribution to this disaster relief.
This is a wonderful act of generosity on Mr. Ramzan part. We commend him for this gesture and it is good to know that there are such people in the community.

Panagia School

Dear Mr. Goudas:

With this letter we would like to express our sincerest gratitude and thanks for your generous contribution to our school needs.

We would also like to thank Pat and Panos for their continued and past support of our community.

Panos was a student in our school and he will always remain a part of our school family.

Your contributions to the community and to our school programs are unforgettable.

People like you set an example for us and our students to follow.

You are a great role model and truly an inspration for our students and our school.

Once again, thank you.

Sincerely,

Michael Batsoulis
Principal

Evangelistria Philantropic Association.

Sep 29, 2010

On behalf of our Society we would like to thank you for your kind and generous donations over the past years.

Your donations have helped our Society to achieve our goals by supporting our efforts to assist those in need.

We hope that our Great Lord will reward you back spiritually and grant you prosperity.

We pray that Mary, the Virgin Mother of God to keep you under her protection.

One again we thank you for your support and generosity.

Father Peter Avgeropoulos

Mrs. Helen Spyridis
President of the Philoptochos

Mount Zion Food Bank

Mount Zion Food Bank

From: Ganzon, Belle (2620)

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Dear Mr. Goudas,

Thank you very much for your continued support to our Mount Zion Food Bank!

We are most grateful and humbled by your ongoing generous donation / contribution to our food bank.

It is through the kindness and generosity of people like you that we are able to meet the demands of our clients in the community.

Our number of clients are ever growing month after month.

At this time of the year we would like to appeal to our donors to our Community Services program, to give genererously that we may continue to bring joy and cheer to the less fortunate especially in the coming holiday season.

As you know, we also serve a sit down meal at the St. Luke's United Church on Sherbourne and Carlton every other month as part of the "Out of the Cold"
program.

Again, in behalf of the Mount Zion Food Bank, thank you very much.

Wishing you and yours the best of health and continued success in all your business endeavours.

Belle Ganzon
Mount Zion Food Bank
140 St. Regis Cres.
Downsview ON

St.Nicholas Community of Toronto

November 2010

On behalf of St. Nicholas Community of Toronto, we would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your generours contributions. Because of your support, we were able to help many families in our community.

Please accept our sincere appreciation and we look forward to your continued support.

Sincerely,
Vanessa and Andrea Toulis
St. Nicholas Community of Toronto

Sai Nilayam Project is the Nation of South Africa

Dear Mr.Goudas:

August 14, 2010

I want to express my appreciation for your generosity and suppport.
Your assistance meant so much to us and even more to our efforts to help the children of South Africa.

Thank you from all of us.

With sincere appreciation

Raj Dahari

Philanthrophy Association of Evangelistria

February 14, 2011
Dear Mr. Goudas:
On behalf of the philanthrophy society we would like to thank you for your kind and generous donations to our association over the past year.
Your donation of food products and supplies have helped our philanthropic society to achieve its goals by supporting our effor to assist those in need.
We pray that the Lord blesses you with abundant blessings from above keeping and preserving you and yours with health, happiness, prosperity and spiritual growth through the prayers and intercessions of the Virgin Mary.
Once again, thank you for your support and generousity.

Yours sincerely,

Father Peter Averopoulos, Parish Priest
and
Mrs.Helen Spyridis, President of the Philoptochos

Certificate of Appreciation

December 18, 2010

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

This certificate is presented to: Peter Goudas

As an expression of our gratitude for your generous contributions to our Food Bank.

Presented this 18th day of December, 2010 at Mount Zion Filipino Seventh Day Advenist Church

Jesse Anunciacion
Senior Pastor

The National Council of Barbadians Associations in Canada

February 24, 2011

To: Goudas Foods

On behalf of the National Council of Barbadian Associations in Canada Inc., Central Region, I would like to thank you for your contribution.

NCBAC appreciates the many contributions Goudas Foods have made over the years and look forward to a lasting relationship.

Yours truly,

Jessica Carrington
Associate Member

ΣΥΛΛΟΓΟΣ ΗΠΕΙΡΩΤΩΝ

March 8, 2011

Dear Mr. Goudas:

On behalf of The Society of Epirus, We would like to thank you for your generous donation.

Once again, thank you for your continued support and generousity.

Sincerely

Paul Nitsotolis and Spiro Vryssellas

DOWNSVIEW YOUTH COVENANT

April 5, 2011

Goudas Foods
Concord, Ontario

Dear Mrs. Goudas:

Thank You

It was a pleasure to meet you on my recent visit to your company when I came to receive your donation to the Downsview Youth Covenant (DYC)

The DYC seeks to address issues of concern in the lives of children and young people in the Jane-Finch/Jane-Wilson community of Downsview.

In an effort to meet the important need for affirmation of these young people, we seek to develop, promote and manage the delivery of structured programs and services specifically focused on children ages 6 to 12. As we assist them, we also provide leadership training and employment opportunities for young people ages 13 to 24.

As a supporter, your company is identifying with a well run and effective organization dedicated to helping children and young people realize their full potential. More importantly, you are helping the children and young people of Downsview become members of society.

This is your gift to the Downsview community, a gift to the betterment of Toronto and a gift to yourselves.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, children and families of The Downsview Youth Covenant, please accept sincere thanks for your generous donation to our program. It is our hope that you will continue to support this important work.

Yours in the service of our community,

The Reverend Cannon Stephen Fields
President

Panagia School

May, 2010

Dear Mr. Goudas:

With this letter we would like to express our sincerest gratitude and thanks for your generous donation to our School.

Your contributions to the Community and to School Programs are unforgettable.

People like you set an example for us and our students to follow.

You are a great role model and truly an inspiration for our students and our school

Once again, thank you.

Sincerely yours

Michael Batsoulis, Principal
Panagia School

Muslim Welfare Centre

June 4, 2011

Mr. Peter Goudas, President & CEO
Goudas Food Products,

Re: Donation of Food Stuff

Dear Mr. Peter Goudas

On behalf of the Muslim Welfare Centre, I would like to thank Goudas Food Products for the Food donation.

We may assure you that your generous donation will go a long way in alleviating the miseries of the suffering lot. Muslim Welfare Centre is a registered non-profit charitable organization serving the needy irrespective of Religion, Nationality, Caste or Creed.

Muslim Welfare Centre is, at present, operating Home for Needy Women and Children, Halal Food and Essential Items Banks serving over 6500 families through our 3 branches in GTA irrespective of Religion, Nationality, Caste or Creed. We also operate a Support A Child Program for the education of poor and needy children and Water Exploration Project in Pakistan.

We are operating one of its Free Medical Clinic for the uninsured and for those who do not have OHIP coverage in Toronto. We are expanding our social welfare services in Mississauga and Montreal as well.

We are entirely dependent on community support like yours. We are proud of our community.

With the support of our well wishers we have made tremendous progress within a short period of our existence.

Once again we would like to thank you for your generous donation of food stuff.

May Allah (God) bless you Ameen (Amen).

Yours truly,

S.Q. Naqvi
C.E.O.
Muslim Welfare Centre

National Council of Barbadian Associations in Canada, Inc.

February 24, 2011

Goudas Foods Limited

On behalf of the National Council of Barbadian Associations in Canada, Inc. -Central Region (NCBAC), I would like to thank you for your donation.

NCBAC - Central Region appreciates the many contributions Goudas Foods have provided over the years and look forward to a lasting relationship.

Yours truly,

Jessica Carrington
Associate Member

The Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc.

March 28, 2011

Goudas Foods:

Dear Mr. Goudas:

On behalf of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hellenic Home, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation for the year 2011.

Your continuous support is greatly appreciated.

We thank you for your donation and we wish all the best to you personally and to your business.

Regards,

Irene Dtsikas, President
Ladies Auxiliary
Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc.
33 Winona Drive, Toronto

Muslim Welfare Centre

May 30, 2011

Goudas Foods:

Thank you for your contribution to our Food Drive.

"In the name aof Allah, the most Gracious, the most Merciful, Service to Humanity is Service to Allah (GOD)"

Our needs of sugar, oil, rice, flour, cereals, pasta, milk, lentils, canned fruit/vegetable/beans are always appreciated.

Our centre appreciates your generousity.

We received a van load of food stuff of the above items from Goudas Foods for our Muslim Welfare Centre for charity and not for sale.

May Allah Bless You All.

Thank you.

Muhammad A Bhatti
Representative
Mulsim Welfare Centre

St. Demetrios Philanthropic Association

May 16, 2011

Goudas Foods

Dear Mr. Peter Goudas:

The Ladies of the Philanthropic Association of St Demetrios would like to acknowledge and thank you for your generous contribution of food donation.

Our Church's Philptochos Ladies Association consists of women from the congregation who volunteer their time for regular activities. They provide food and beverage services to the parishioners and assist in various community events. Their goal is to raise money for the poor and needy in our city.

Your donation was very much appreciated and will assist us greatly in helpin to meet these many needs.

Once again, thank you for your generousity.

Rev. Fr. Constantine Pavlidis, Parish Priest
Theodora Koutsoumbou, President, Executive Board & Members
St. Demetrios Philantropic Association

St. Michael the Archangel

September 25, 2011

On behalf of the St. Michael Archangel Anglican Church, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude for you company's generous support.

We thank you for your support and look forward to your continued support in the future.

Sincerely, Dave Brown
Chairperson, Fundraising Committee

St. Michael The Archangel
A Christ-centred and caring community where all are welcome and no on is a stranger.

Orthodox Community of Evangelissmos Tis Theotokou

Goudas Foods

On behalf of the Orthodox Community of Evangelissmos Tis Theotokou in Oshawa we wish to extend our sincerest thanks for your 2011 contribution.

May our Lord and God grant you and your families peace, health, happiness and continued prosperity.

With love in Christ,

Father Christoforos Kouloulias, Parish Priest

Angela Palantzas and Kostas Koveos, Chairpersons

Mount Zion Food Bank

10 NOV 2011

Dear Mr. Goudas:

Again, we would like to thank you for your continuing support to our Mount Zion Food Bank.

Our volunteers were so thrilled to see the boxes and boxes of canned goods we had just picked up from your place.

These will go a long ways in supplementing what we would normally receive from our regular sources.

May the good Lord bless you with good health and prosper you in all your endeavours for your kindness and generous spirit.

Belle Ganzon, Community Services Mount Zion Food Bank Downsview ON Canada