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The Windsor Goodfellows are preparing for the return of their annual newspaper campaign next month as demand at the non-profit organization soars.

According to officials, clientele has increased to unheard of levels by 51 per cent over the last year, leading to cuts being made to five of the programs the three-day fundraiser helps support.

“We’re already starting to get everything going,” exclaimed President Brian Beaumont.

“Our newspaper drive this year is the 28, 29 and 30 of November. The Thursday, Friday and Saturday, so we’re ramping up for it now.”

Beaumont said the sharp increase in need has led to minor cuts being made at the food bank and other programs, like the lunch bag program for the homeless and the boots and shoes program for students.

Brian Beaumont, president of the Windsor Goodfellows, seen in Windsor, Ont. on Oct. 21, 2024. (Chris Campbell/CTV News Windsor)

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