Marlene O’Brien wasn’t even born yet when her parents received a Christmas food hamper. She knows the story, though, because of the lasting impact it had on her family. The story has been told over and over again through the generations because of how much it mattered. Marlene even wrote down this story, so that […]
We’re so excited to be able to share a quick update on our Close to Home project in Cambridge! Our Addiction Treatment Centre is taking shape once again, with exterior cladding now being installed – and weather permitting, it will be finished by Christmas! Thank you to all of our supporters who have continued to […]
It’s only a few weeks until Christmas, but we’re already feeling the joy that comes with the season. That’s because today is the start of our Christmas Hamper program, where hundreds of volunteers will pack and deliver Christmas Hampers to 4,000 individuals and families in need in Kitchener and Waterloo. Hundreds more are facing the […]
At this year’s Friendship Dinner, we shared the vision that compels us forward – ShelterCare: Integrating Healthcare and Shelter. We invite you to join this vision – and make ShelterCare a reality.
At House of Friendship, we’ve been celebrating all year long on 80 Years of Stronger Together. We know we couldn’t have made this journey without all of your support through the years. Thank you for being part of our story.
Wow – we’re still smilling! When a group of passionate people dedicated to combating homelessness gets together, amazing things can happen! An incredible committee of volunteers helped this year’s Hockey Helps the Homeless K-W hockey tournament reach an impressive goal, raising an amazing $1 million over six short years. That means $1 million going to […]
We were so thrilled to have so many of you join us at this year’s Friendship Dinner, held at Lot 42 on Oct. 26. We honoured the past 80 years of service and what has inspired us in our mission so far. Executive Director John Neufeld and Housing Services Director Jessica Bondy also shared ShelterCare, […]
The impact of the opioid crisis is continuing to be felt throughout Waterloo Region, including at House of Friendship. But thanks to the Housing First model that is used in our Supportive Housing programs at Charles Village and Eby Village, individuals who need housing can find a place to call their own – regardless of […]
Volunteering is just a way of life for the Galbraiths. At one point or another the entire family – parents John and Betty, and siblings Matt, Bethany, Laura, and David – have all volunteered at House of Friendship. The family’s involvement began when Matt was volunteer coordinator at Emergency Food Hampers. He needed extra volunteers, […]
Camp was a lifeline – not a luxury – for Chris when he was eight years old. Going to camp was something he would have never been able to experience. That’s because his mother was divorced and on her own, with no extra money to spare. She was so determined, however, to give Chris an […]
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