Education Canada Project #37304

Brandon Area Community Foundation

by The Brandon Area Community Foundation

Project Report | Jan 24, 2022
Brandon's Food For Thought

By Laura Kempthorne | Executive Director

Brandon's Food For Thought (BFFT) began its work in Brandon in 1997 when funds were allocated by the Canadian Living Foundation to address the issue of children going to school hungry. BFFT's goal is not remove parental responsibility but to educate the children, their families and the entire community about the effect that hunger has on a child's ability to learn.

Today the need for child nutrition continues. BFFT turned to the Brandon Area Community Foundation to support sustainability for their future. Food For Thought chose to invest their modest surplus of funds within the Brandon Area Community Foundation, knowing that every dollar invested will remain in Brandon, with all proceeds from our designated fund being returned to feed children in Brandon and Area.

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Brandon Area Community Foundation

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Oct 7, 2021
Helping Hands Centre Project Completed!

By Laura Kempthorne | Executive Director

Jun 15, 2021
YMCA Strong Kids Campaign

By Laura Kempthorne | Executive Director

YMCA Strong Kids is an annual fundraising campaign. The Strong Kids campaign focuses on raising much needed resources to support proven YMCA programs that give kids the opportunities they need to live healthier, happier lives now, but also to grow into productive adults.

Your generous donation will help the YMCA to ensure people of all ages are healthier and more productive regardless of their background or financial situation.

Strong Kids have opportunities which include: full YMCA Membership, Summer Day Camp, community youth programs, leadership and development programs, Family programs, swim lessons, weight training, sports & recreation, gym and swim.

By giving today, you can help our kids build a better community for tomorrow.
Every kid deserves a chance.

This year, more than ever, our YMCA needs your help.

Supporting Kids in Our Community

Supporting the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign directly supports children, young adults, and families in Brandon and Westman. 1 in 5 children in our YMCA is currently assisted through the campaign. The Strong Kids campaign is our chance to fully realize and fulfill our obligation to all of the children in our community, not just a select few. Each year, the YMCA of Brandon provides Strong Kids memberships to over 600 youth and families.

Strong Kids are referred by YMCA volunteers, the Brandon School Division, Child and Family Services, Big Brothers and Sisters, YWCA, ministers, Mental Health Services, and various other government agencies as well as private individuals.

The need for support never goes away. The YMCA Strong Kids campaign is a fundraiser that runs all year long.

Nearly 400 businesses and individuals support the campaign. Our goal for the 2021 campaign is $100,000.00. Help us get there!

Become a Donor!

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