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Home / Uncategorized / WILLOW PLACE NEWS – October 2021

WILLOW PLACE NEWS – October 2021

October 18, 2021
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In this issue:

Royal LePage Support
Hockey Helps the Homeless
Summer Day Camp
Simons – My Heart My Cause
Winnipeg Foundation Grant
How YOU Can Help

Royal LePage Support – Purcell Mountain Challenge

Royal LePage agents have shown incredible enthusiasm and ongoing support for Willow Place services, with a variety of fundraising and donation initiatives. This August, two Winnipeg real estate agents, Alix McIntyre and Chris Pennycook, participated in the Purcell Mountain hiking challenge in British Columbia. Each participant had to raise a minimum amount to qualify. Together, Alix and Chris have raised over $100,000 for the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation, of which proceeds with be distributed to beneficiaries including Willow Place. HUGE thanks from all of us a Willow Place!

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Hockey Helps the Homeless – Cycling Fundraiser and 2nd Annual Hockey Event

Hope is on the horizon! For the third consecutive year, Willow Place is grateful to be one of three Hockey Helps the Homeless (HHTH) beneficiaries. This summer, Brothers of the Fork, a Winnipeg cycling club, collaborated to raise over $40,000.00 (September 11, 2021).  Willow Place receives one third of the proceeds, which are shared with Resource Assistance for Youth (rAy) and Red Road Lodge. In addition, plans are in full-swing for the 2nd Annual Hockey Helps the Homeless dream tournament where players get an opportunity to skate alongside their hockey heroes. Mark your calendars for December 3, 2021. Team sponsorships still available! 

For player, volunteer and sponsor info: CLICK HERE

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Summer Day Camp – Canada Summer Job Grant
Thanks to granted funds from Canada Summer Jobs, Service Canada, Willow Place was able to hire two university students from June through August, 2021 to support our Summer Day Camp activities for children in shelter.  Thank you to Megan and Jasmine for their dedication, organization, flexibility and enthusiasm which resulted in a wide range of activities and supports for our young residents and their families.  Aside from providing regular programming and outings, Megan and Jasmine also supported administrative tasks and provided childminding nd meal-time support.

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Simons – My Heart My Cause – National T-Shirt Campaign

In August, 2021, Quebec-based retail chain, Simons, launched their My Heart My Cause t-shirt campaign. Artists and designers from across Canada participate and nominate charities in their region. This year, Willow Place was nominated by Winnipeg design duo, The Ba.sic.  You may be familiar with The Ba.sic from local venues such as Third and Bird and Scattered Seeds. If all of the limited edition t-shirts are sold, Willow Place will receive a $10,000 donation. The white t-shirt with a bold, abstract graphic is the featured Willow Place design – please share and support if you are able, thank you.

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 For info and to purchase: CLICK HERE!

Winnipeg Foundation Grant – Stabilization Funding

This July, Willow Place was grateful to receive stabilization grant funds through The Winnipeg Foundation.  The $50,000 received will sustain community outreach and housing support programs offered by Willow Place, including partnerships with Caring Dads, Access Health, The Salvation Army and Wahbung Abinoonjiag.  These funds are helping Willow Place with earlier intervention strategies and expanded support for diverse family violence prevention needs in the community.

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How YOU can help! – Donations, Fundraising, Awareness-Raising

With 38 beds, Willow Place operates the largest and most-utilized family violence prevention shelter services in Manitoba.  In a typical year, we support 850-950 individuals in the shelter program, providing more than 9,000 shelter stays.  The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the need for our services, and has resulted in increased costs. As such, monetary and in-kind donations are especially important to sustain services on a 24-hour, no-cost basis. Please contact Renée or Pam for more information on either in-kind of monetary support or to inquire about a donation drop-off appointment: reneer@willowplace.ca or pamh@willowplace.ca

Monetary donations including cheques and bank drafts can be made out to “Willow Place” and mailed to P.O. Box 1786, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2Z9. Monetary gifts can also be provided safely and securely online using Canada Helps: CLICK HERE!

In-kind donations are non-monetary gifts such as cleaning and craft supplies, and toiletries. Not all donations can be accepted at all times due to space and staffing limitations. Staff may recommend other organizations we collaborate with to help our clientele. All in-kind donations must be pre-approved and dropped off by appointment. Drop-offs are on a no-contact basis in keeping with coronavirus health precautions. A up-to-date “wish list” can be found on our web site: CLICK HERE!

Fundraising: the majority of Willow Place fundraising is third-party fundraising where individuals or groups organize events to benefit our services. Some examples are donation drives, product sales, performances and birthday celebrations. These events not only provide much needed monetary and in-kind support, they also encourage discussion about family violence prevention, and why organizations like Willow Place are important in our community.

** Third party fundraising forms and info can be requested by emailing pamh@willowplace.ca **

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Increasingly, we rely upon monetary and in-kind do Increasingly, we rely upon monetary and in-kind donations to sustain our work – every donation makes a positive difference; THANK YOU.

For more information contact Pam H. at 204-616-0313 ext. 237 (weekdays, daytime hours)

#willowplace #familyviolenceprevention #manitoba #donate
Abusers often undermine confidence and self-worth Abusers often undermine confidence and self-worth of their victims. Abuser behaviours are rooted in power and control. For 24-hour info and support: 

1-877-977-0007 or 204-615-0311
Text line: 1-877-977-0007

#willowplace #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention
We all need support from time to time – if you a We all need support from time to time – if you are experiencing relationship difficulties, speak with us 24 hours, every day: 

1-877-977-0007 or 204-615-0311

#willowplace #familyviolenceprevention #manitoba
EQUALITY is central to healthy interactions with o EQUALITY is central to healthy interactions with others. Willow Place provides inclusive, no-cost support 24-hours, every day: 

Toll free: 1-877-977-0007
Winnipeg: 204-615-0311
Text line: 204-792-5302

#willowplace #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention
Are you seeking MEANINGFUL work? Check out our ca Are you seeking MEANINGFUL work?  Check out our careers page for current full-time and part-time opportunities!

INFO: https://willowplaceshelter.ca/careers/

#willowplace #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention #careers
Anyone seeking information on services or needing Anyone seeking information on services or needing support can call 24-hours, every day of the year. No-cost, confidential services. 

Winnipeg: 204-615-0311 Text line: 204-792-5302 

#willowplace #enddv #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention
Are you a university or college student seeking su Are you a university or college student seeking summer employment?  We are hiring two full-time SUMMER CAMP WORKERS for June to September!

INFO: https://willowplaceshelter.ca/careers/

#willowplace #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention #careers
Self-compassion supports emotional resilience and Self-compassion supports emotional resilience and life satisfaction – reframing challenges in positive ways can be helpful!

INFO:  http://ow.ly/iRjG50MYvO5 

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Safe and affordable housing is essential, as survi Safe and affordable housing is essential, as survivors may stay within or return to abusive situations due to multi-barriers to accessing other housing options.

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Micro meditations involve taking short moments to Micro meditations involve taking short moments to shift focus and can be helpful for busy lifestyles.

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Did you know DONOR SUBSCRIPTION is available throu Did you know DONOR SUBSCRIPTION is available through Canada Helps?
When you sign up as a new subscriber this MARCH, Canada Helps will donate an extra $20 to Willow Place!

INFO: http://ow.ly/1OgB50N7piu

DONATE:https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/27770?v2=true

#willowplace #manitoba #donate #shelter
65-85% of those supported by Willow Place are Indi 65-85% of those supported by Willow Place are Indigenous Canadian women and children.
24-hour info and support in Manitoba:

1-877-977-0007 or 204-615-0311
Text line: 204-792-5302

#willowplace #familyviolenceprevention #manitoba #gbv
Are you seeking MEANINGFUL work? Check out our ca Are you seeking MEANINGFUL work?  Check out our careers page for current full-time and part-time opportunities!

INFO: https://willowplaceshelter.ca/careers/

#willowplace #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention #careers
Anyone seeking information on services or needing Anyone seeking information on services or needing support can call 24-hours, every day of the year. No-cost, confidential services. 

Winnipeg: 204-615-0311 
Text line: 204-792-5302 

#willowplace #familyviolenceprevention #manitoba
Gently-used or new towels are needed for our busy Gently-used or new towels are needed for our busy shelter program!
To arrange your donation, call 204-615-0313, ext. 231 or 237 (weekdays, daytime hours).

#willowplace #manitoba #familyviolenceprevention
We love this quote from Agnes McPhail! Wishing yo We love this quote from Agnes McPhail!
 Wishing you a great day!

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