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History of Elgin House

History of Elgin House

October 20, 2023 | Comments Off on History of Elgin House

There’s more to Rossbrook House and its history than you may know. Back in November of 1980, 429 Elgin Avenue served as a temporary residence. Once abandoned, the Neighbourhood Improvement Project purchased it and offered it to Rossbrook House. After renovations, a few young men moved in. All the residents shared house duties. The house was open to young men who needed temporary residence or time away from their living situations. Volunteers, including many of the Sisters in the Rossbrook House community helped to keep the place running smoothly. The stories of antics and shenanigans are endless as are the
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Open House 2023

Open House 2023

October 6, 2023 | Comments Off on Open House 2023

  Thank you to all who attended! Click here to read what CBC Manitoba had to say about the 2023 Open House and Scholarship Celebration! Thursday, November 2 at 11am, 658 Ross Avenue   Learn more about Rossbrook House and our three off-campus school programs. Purchase handmade crafts from the three school programs.   The scholarship celebration begins at 1pm. Join us as we celebrate the students in the Rossbrook House community.    
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Ways to Support Rossbrook House- Part 2

Ways to Support Rossbrook House- Part 2

October 2, 2023 | Comments Off on Ways to Support Rossbrook House- Part 2

  As touched on in September’s article, supporting an organization or cause can take many forms, from volunteering to donating to advocacy. The form can often vary from person to person based on their individual resources, priorities, capacity, and values. With that in mind, Rossbrook House Foundation is pleased to offer its supporters a variety of ways to support the Foundation and Rossbrook House. Volunteering Rossbrook House Foundation is grateful for a dedicated volunteer board of directors and various committees. The board, assisted by the committees & Foundation staff, strives, through various fundraising activities and stewardship of investments, to meet or exceed the
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Foundation Chair Larry McIntosh

Foundation Chair Larry McIntosh

September 30, 2023 | Comments Off on Foundation Chair Larry McIntosh

Q&A with Larry McIntosh Chair, Rossbrook House Foundation Board of Directors   When did you first hear about Rossbrook House? I first heard about Rossbrook House about 10 years ago when I was invited to a Fall Gathering Luncheon (formerly Men’s Luncheon) by a friend. What inspired you to get involved with Rossbrook House through the Foundation? I was inspired to get involved with Rossbrook House Foundation when I realized how important the Foundation is in supporting Rossbrook House’s programs and operations as well as helping fund its scholarships. Have you, or are you, involved with other not-for-profits/charities? I have
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Exciting New Project

Exciting New Project

September 29, 2023 | Comments Off on Exciting New Project

47 years ago, an empty United Church on the corner of Ross Avenue and Sherbrook Street in Winnipeg became Rossbrook House. Young people were often found lounging and, sometimes, resting on the left-behind pews. Today, while we still hold the values created by Sister Geraldine MacNamara and the youth who created this inner-city drop-in centre, a lot has changed. Rossbrook House remains a safe haven for children and youth. It is a place for programming, meals, and to meet friends.     In the spirit of reconciliation, Rossbrook House is working towards being an inclusive space for all. After consultation
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Patty’s First Year

Patty’s First Year

September 29, 2023 | Comments Off on Patty’s First Year

Patty Mainville has been the Executive Director of Rossbrook House since September 2022. Here she shares her thoughts about the past year and the future of Rossbrook House and the children and youth that it serves.   As I reflect on the last year it has been a year of events, meeting new friends to Rossbrook House, watching as our fabulous staff keep our kids engaged which keeps them safe, witnessing our staff make connections with our participants, and a whirlwind of activities that happen here daily. The job is so diverse that every day brings something new with so
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Ways to Support Rossbrook House – Part 1 

Ways to Support Rossbrook House – Part 1 

September 6, 2023 | Comments Off on Ways to Support Rossbrook House – Part 1 

    Supporting an organization or cause can take many forms, from volunteering to donating to advocacy. The form can often vary person to person based on their individual resources, priorities, capacity, and values.  With that in mind, Rossbrook House Foundation is pleased to offer its supporters a variety of ways to support the Foundation and Rossbrook House.  Volunteering  Rossbrook House Foundation is grateful for a dedicated volunteer board of directors and various committees. The board, assisted by the committees and Foundation staff, strives, through various fundraising activities and stewardship of investments, to meet or exceed the needs of children
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2023 Fall Gathering

2023 Fall Gathering

August 7, 2023 | Comments Off on 2023 Fall Gathering

Share a Meal, Build Community! Friday, October 20, 2023  Rossbrook House  Doors Open 11:30 | Program End 1:00  Ticket sales are now closed. Want to support? Donations are always gratefully accepted.  Donate online here.   Previously known as the Ladies & Men’s Luncheon*, this event is a great opportunity to introduce a friend or two to Rossbrook House. Spend your lunch hour hearing from current and past participants about the important role Rossbrook House plays in their lives.     The Fall Gathering Luncheon will support Rossbrook House programs and operations. Lunch will be prepared by the Rossbrook House Kitchen and term
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Summer 2023

Summer 2023

August 1, 2023 | Comments Off on Summer 2023

  Rossbrook House and the Foundation were grateful to receive just over 17,000 entries into June’s Great Canadian Giving Challenge. While we didn’t win the grand prize of $20,000, we are appreciative of the support we received. Support that was directed to summer programming. The Challenge may be over, however, summer is still going strong! “I like summer because we go swimming at the outdoor pools and walk to the park.” – Emily, age 10 Donations in support of Rossbrook House are integral to helping ensure that children and youth continue to have a safe place to belong, play, learn and
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