The Essentials Fund

Author: Mike

  • The Essentials Fund Returns to Support the Waterloo Region Non-profit Sector

    The Essentials Fund Returns to Support the Waterloo Region Non-profit Sector

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    Spring fundraising campaign focuses on providing unrestricted grants to Waterloo Region non-profits to support their clients’ essential needs.

  • Rose’s Why

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    “As a proud member of the Essentials Fund Waterloo Region, I am honored to be part of a community-driven initiative that recognizes the essential needs of our local charities and their clients. The Essentials Fund aims to raise both funds and awareness, highlighting the critical importance of unrestricted grants in supporting charities’ efforts to provide…

  • Mike’s Why

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    “Years of collaborating with charities and nonprofit’s in our community have made me aware of the challenges they face finding money just to keep the lights on and meet the urgent needs of the people they support. “I understand, funds are often intended to address a specific issue – to make an impact in a…

  • Why the Murphy Family supports TEF

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    “Community organizations in Waterloo Region work tirelessly to support individuals and families in need but they frequently face a daunting challenge: limited (or no) funding to provide basic essentials like food, clothing, and hygiene products to people who are struggling to make ends meet. “The Essentials Fund fills this critical gap — unrestricted financial support…

  • Sally Sarachman: TEF connects donors with needs

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    Responding to the unique needs of our community’s most vulnerable neighbours – with flexibility and compassion – is crucial if we are truly committed to ensuring that everyone has the supports they need to reach their full potential. I appreciate that The Essentials Fund connects my donation with needs that can be easily overlooked, but…

  • Lori Payne on why TEF is “a brilliant idea”

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    “Creating The Essentials Fund was such a brilliant idea! From my long-time volunteering in Waterloo Region, I’ve learned that community agencies often have very little in terms of unrestricted and discretionary funds that they can use for the day-to-day needs for their clients – some necessities, and also things that create ease and improve quality…