The Essentials Fund

Author: Mike

  • Claire’s Why

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    “Far too many charitable donations today come with strings attached. Unfortunately, this often ignores fundamental supports that charities need in order to deliver on their missions. The Essentials Fund enables charities to fill some of those gaps.  “I have loved being a part of the committee for the past few years and continue to see…

  • Allyson on how TEF helps uplift people’s basic wellbeing

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    “The Essentials Fund provides a lifeline to struggling community members by supplying Waterloo Region nonprofits with unrestricted grants for basic necessities. When we launched the fund in 2022, we received overwhelming support from the not for profit community. We heard first hand how the funds would help organizations ensure their clients had access to items…

  • Jane speaks to why, more than ever, non-profits needs your support

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    “After seeing many community organizations continually requesting essential items for their clients on their social media and websites/newsletters, I was so pleased The Essentials Fund launched in March 2022 to help the Waterloo Region non-profit community by providing an unrestricted grant to help support their clients’ essential needs. “Essentials items – hygiene items, back packs,…

  • Transit Roundtable with Mayor and Councilors

    Transit Roundtable with Mayor and Councilors

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    The Essentials Fund team was grateful to convene a discussion about transit between local charities, Mayor Dorothy McCabe, and Regional Councilors Chantal Huinink and Jim Erb.

  • Tom’s Why

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    “In my political life, I often had to make decisions on grants to various types of organizations including, arts and cultural groups, social agencies and heritage property owners. The grant programs were always beneficial but by nature highly prescriptive as to how the money must be spent.   “I heard so often particularly from from the…

  • The Essentials Fund – 2023 Update

    The Essentials Fund – 2023 Update

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    In an ever-shifting business landscape, adaptability isn’t just a trait—it’s a competitive advantage. Companies that embrace change, learn from challenges, and pivot when necessary are the ones that not only survive but also thrive in uncertain environments.