WRCF’s monthly e-newsletter to keep you connected to granting information, investing, what’s new, and ways we are convening and collaborating to make an impact in our community.
Just released: WRCF 2023 Waterloo Region Vital Signs® Report focused on Affordable Housing in our community
Affordable Housing continues to be a critical issue for Waterloo Region. As a result, Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) has researched and created the 2023 Waterloo Region Vital Signs® report focused specifically on affordable housing to provide more information about this issue that matters to our community; and to help people and organizations across our region turn that knowledge into action.
Webinar Recording:
We've recorded the webinar that launched Waterloo Region's 2023 Vital Signs® report for those who were unable to attend. Click the image below to be directed to the video on YouTube.
Mayor Berry Vrbanovic's 2023 State of the City
On Thursday, November 9th, 2023, Mayor Berry Vrbanovic will deliver his State of the City address on behalf of council. The event will be held at the Kitchener Market. Proceeds from ticket sales will support the Kitchener Mayor and Council Fund held at Waterloo Region Community Foundation.
HEALING AND TRUTH: Crow Shield Lodge fosters ‘critical’ connections
Crow Shield Lodge is an Indigenous-led organization consisting of four pillars: Education, Healing, Reconciliation, and Land Stewardship. With support provided through WRCF's Racial Equity Fund, they held their first-ever Elder's and Youth Gathering.
IN GOOD COMPANY: Melloul-Blamey makes giving back to community a top priority
Melloul-Blamey Construction is known for their vast involvement across our communities.The company regularly contributes to dozens of causes and has been doing so for years as part of a benevolent mentality first established by founders Bernard Melloul and David Blamey.
ToastyToes Waterloo Region 2023 Campaign (October 10 - December 10)
The 10th annual ToastyToes Waterloo Region fundraising campaign kicked off on October 10, 2023. Donations to the ToastyToes Waterloo Region Fund help organizations purchase socks for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. By donating the cost of a package of socks, instead of donating physical socks, together we can warm hearts and toes across our region.
