Author: Mike
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Tom’s Why
“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…
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The Essentials Fund – 2023 Update
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.
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The Essentials Fund provides over $40,000 to 14 community organizations
For Immediate Release – September 18, 2023 Launched in 2022, The Essentials Fund was created to help community organizations support their clients’ essential needs by giving them the flexibility to purchase needed items, when they are needed. “The Essentials Fund received tremendous support from Waterloo Region community members during our second annual Spring fundraising campaign,…
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In the news: Essentials Fund allows Waterloo Region charities to provide clients with basic necessities like toiletries, bus tickets
The Waterloo Region Record spoke to The Essentials Fund Co-Founder Jane Arnold about the start of our 2023 campaign.
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In the news: Essentials Fund launches in Waterloo Region
The Essentials Fund Co-Founders, Jane Arnold and Allyson Kroetsch, were recently interview by Paige Desmond at the Waterloo Region Record about the initiative.
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In the news: New fund brings help to local charities
CityNews radio host Mike Farwell discusses the launch of The Essentials Fund with Co-Founders Jane Arnold and Allyson Kroetsch.
The Essentials Fund 