North End continues to shine
Contrary to what may appear in the media, Winnipeg’s North End is a community full of strong and healthy individuals who are working together to creatively address the challenges faced by families and residents.
Foundation’s success highlights individuals’ commitment to community
Thanks to the generosity of its donors, The Winnipeg Foundation announced it was able to grant more than $21.3 million to 803 charities in 2013.
Police create fund to help at-risk youth
Youth at risk in Winnipeg will get a fighting chance to improve their lives thanks to a new endowment fund created by the Winnipeg Police Service through The Winnipeg Foundation.
Working together is the Canadian way
Whether it’s sharing natural resources or helping out during nasty weather, taking care of each other is what a country like Canada is all about.
Christmas Shoebox Drive provides gifts for those in need
This year’s 3rd annual Christmas Shoebox Drive was a huge success thanks to the generosity of Winnipeggers who provided gifts to children living in Winnipeg’s inner city.
Power of forgiveness resonates this Christmas
Ah the ‘Joy of Christmas’ … and the ‘Sadness of Christmas’. No other time of year manages to invoke both extremes so completely.
Formula fundraiser on Facebook honours recently-deceased baby, brings ‘Peggers together
A Facebook formula drive is mobilizing Winnipeggers to give big, raising $7,000 in just eight days. And things don’t seem to be slowing down.
A box of food and a box of hope
Following an adventure in feeding the hungry when I was younger, I became inspired by altruism and selflessness, realizing that in life we must give to others without expecting anything back.
Holiday fundraiser delivers impact
A & O: Support Services for Older Adults held a successful Holiday Fundraiser this week that will enable the agency to provide more services for its growing client base.
‘Tis the season to consume voraciously, buy nothing or give to charity
When Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year, lands on Buy Nothing Day, mall shoppers pause to consider their options.