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Donation Methods & Associated Costs

Donation Methods & Associated Costs

November 1, 2022 | Comments Off on Donation Methods & Associated Costs

  A few years ago, Rossbrook House Foundation reached out to you, our supporters, to seek feedback and hear what you thought about Rossbrook House. One of the questions we asked was about your preferred method of making a financial donation and one respondent told us that it “should be whatever method is most cost effective for Rossbrook House”.  With that in mind, we have looked at the costs associated with the different methods of making a financial donation and wanted to share our findings with you. Our hope is that you find this information useful in deciding what method of
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No Child Alone Dinner 2023

No Child Alone Dinner 2023

October 26, 2022 | Comments Off on No Child Alone Dinner 2023

Rossbrook House Foundation is hosting the No Child Alone Dinner, Thursday, April 27, 2023 This fundraising dinner is in support of Rossbrook House programs and activities. Doors Open 5:30pm | Program Starts 6:30pm Business Formal Attire Ticket sales have closed. Click here to make a donation to this event!   Or contact Stephanie at slambert@rossbrookhouse.ca or 204.949.4092 Ticket & table purchases include a partial tax receipt following CRA regulations. Everyone in attendance will be entered into a draw for a one-night staycation at a luxury Airbnb donated by Roam Rentals. Join us as we bring Rossbrook House to the RBC
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Thankful

Thankful

October 3, 2022 | Comments Off on Thankful

Tiniki | Merci | Miigwech | Thank you | Pilamayaye  We’re reflecting on all that we are grateful for.  Rossbrook House staff and volunteers work to ensure that no child who does not want to be alone, should ever have to be. Staff and volunteers are valuable on both the front lines working directly with Rossbrook House participants and behind-the-scenes working to ensure the required resources are there.   Learn more about the amazing volunteers at Rossbrook House and the Foundation. Click here.  Rossbrook House partners, including Winnipeg School Division, Manitoba Justice and Youth Agency Alliance, strengthen the programming Rossbrook House
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WELCOME TO 2022/23

WELCOME TO 2022/23

September 27, 2022 | Comments Off on WELCOME TO 2022/23

With the arrival of September, Rossbrook House Foundation welcomes new Executive Director Patricia Mainville and the 2022/23 Foundation Board of Directors, chaired by Jane Quinton. Patricia Mainville Pat is Anishinaabe, and a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She has a long history with Rossbrook House – a former participant, a junior staff member, a graduate of Rising Sun School, and later a Board member. She has also been giving back over many years as a dance and cultural advisor for the annual Rossbrook House Pow Wow. Recently retired from a 20-year career as a teacher and principal in the Winnipeg
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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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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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Learn more about Rossbrook House Foundation

Learn more about Rossbrook House Foundation

February 22, 2022 | Comments Off on Learn more about Rossbrook House Foundation

  “The smiles say it all. It’s been a pleasure meeting the families at Rossbrook. We all have a story to tell and lessons to learn,” says Jane Quinton, Rossbrook House Foundation Chair.   Rossbrook House Foundation was created in 2006 to financially support Rossbrook House, an inner-city drop-in centre for children and youth. The Foundation is made up of volunteer board, and committee, members who believe in the mission and vision of Rossbrook House.   Tom Dooley was involved in helping to set up the Foundation in 2005 to raise funds and help provide sustainable funding to support the programs
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Thanks Red River Coop

Thanks Red River Coop

January 11, 2022 | Comments Off on Thanks Red River Coop

Thank You to Red River Co-op for supporting the Healthy Kitchen program at Rossbrook House.   With the on-going support- of Red River Co-op, Rossbrook House continues to provide 2 meals a day to children and youth who drop-in after school and on weekends.     Red River Coop has been a supporter of Rossbrook House for many years. We are grateful for all that they do for the children and youth of Rossbrook House!
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Q&A with Jeff Coleman

Q&A with Jeff Coleman

November 12, 2021 | Comments Off on Q&A with Jeff Coleman

Jeff Coleman Rossbrook House Foundation Director and Fund Development Committee Chair. How/when did you first hear about Rossbrook House? I had heard the name Rossbrook House from various sources most notably from the women of St Charles Country Club who, for a number of years, had selected Rossbrook House as the recipient of funds from an annual golf tournament. Beyond that, I had little knowledge or understanding of what Rossbrook House did. Then in 2016 I was invited to a luncheon with former Foundation Board members Gord Webster and Bill Watchorn. That was my first real exposure to Rossbrook House. What
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