Archives for Rossbrook House Foundation

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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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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Rossbrook House By The Numbers!

Rossbrook House By The Numbers!

March 20, 2019 | Comments Off on Rossbrook House By The Numbers!

Rossbrook House is a safe place for children and youth living in the inner-city of Winnipeg, to belong, play, learn and become… As a community-based service for children and youth in Winnipeg’s Inner City, your support and the support from others like you helps ensure our doors remain open, programs remain vibrant and the kitchen program remains nutritious & delicious. Click here to make your donation. Donor support is integral to ensuring Rossbrook House continues to serve as a safe place for children and youth. Rossbrook House Foundation is pleased to offer the donor multiple channels to provide support. Click here
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