Monthly Archives April 2022

Looking Forward

Looking Forward

April 29, 2022 | Comments Off on Looking Forward

Have you ever asked yourself …. How can I continue to make a difference once I’m gone? …. How can I ensure my values continue being valued?   Making a Planned Gift can answer both of these questions.   Planned gifts are major gifts made in collaboration with a donor’s financial and/or estate planning. These can include, but are not limited to, bequests and naming the charity of your choice as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy. Some individuals who arrange for a planned gift choose to keep it to themselves while others choose to inform the charity they’ve
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Announcement

Announcement

April 19, 2022 | Comments Off on Announcement

Rossbrook House Hires New Executive Director Rossbrook House Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the hiring of Patricia Mainville as the incoming Executive Director of both Rossbrook House and the Rossbrook House Foundation. Patty begins her tenure as Executive Director on September 6, 2022, alongside outgoing Executive Director Phil Chiappetta, who will officially retire at the end of September. “As our beloved Phil steps down, we couldn’t imagine a better person to guide our way into a new era of Rossbrook House,” said Board President, Brenda Hasiuk. “We interviewed several very qualified candidates, and Pat brings a mix of
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Increase Support Without Wallet Taking Bigger Hit

Increase Support Without Wallet Taking Bigger Hit

April 13, 2022 | Comments Off on Increase Support Without Wallet Taking Bigger Hit

Did you know that you can increase your support without your wallet taking a bigger hit? Many employers, both Canadian and American, have matching gift programs. Some employers not only match financial support to a not-for-profit, they’ll also provide a financial contribution as a match to employees’ volunteer hours.   Does your employer have a program like this? Just ask. It’s likely your HR department or intranet system would have some information on this. And if not, they may be open to creating one. This is a great way for employers to enhance their reputation with corporate responsibility. Are you
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Pow Wow Returns!

Pow Wow Returns!

April 11, 2022 | Comments Off on Pow Wow Returns!

Thank you to all who came out to dance and celebrate with Rossbrook House children and youth, including community leaders, drum groups, and community dancers. It was a wonderful event, thanks to you.   The Rossbrook House Pow Wow is back! After taking a two-year break (due to the COVID-19 Pandemic), Rossbrook House is once again hosting the community Pow Wow on May 19. We look forward to welcoming community dancers and drum groups, along with community leaders and dancers from our participants and school programs. History The Rossbrook House Pow Wow has a long history… In the early 1980’s
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Volunteer Week!

Volunteer Week!

April 5, 2022 | Comments Off on Volunteer Week!

National Volunteer Week (April 24-30) is the perfect time to thank the amazing people who volunteer their time at Rossbrook House. From after-school programs to the Rossbrook House board and Rossbrook House Foundation board, we are blessed to have so many dedicated and generous people in our corner.   Leslie Galloway has been a volunteer at Rossbrook House since 1976. She is a Board Director who supports Rossbrook House children and youth in a variety of ways, including sitting on the Program and Operations Committee that oversees the annual scholarship celebration. “I recently had an opportunity to meet with a
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