WINDSOR, ONT. -- Eight “exciting and unique” community focused projects in Windsor and Detroit will receive a $100,000 boost from the Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan. The Gordie Howe International Bridge announced the distribution of $100,000 Tuesday to the local organizations marking the second annual funding release from the Community Organization Investment. This year’s recipients will receive funding in July. The projects are: Canada: Essex County Black Historical Research Society: Across the River to Freedom: Early Black History in Sandwich, Ontario Border City Athletics Club: Women Can Summit Series The John McGivney Children’s Centre: A Bridge to Play McGivney: New Accessible Ramp