2011 Thank You Report - Northumberland United Way

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6 - United Way Community Report 2011 • Thursday, April 19, 2012 UNITED WAY COMMUNITY REPORT 2011 1,097,905 Pounds of Food Distributed in 2011 Food 4 All Northumberland supports food security across the county thanks to the funding provided by Northumberland County Community and Social Services. Northumberland United Way is a charitable partner, raising additional funds for the Warehouse. In 2011 • Overall distribution was up 35% over 2010 and 73% over 2009 • 2011 was the first year that distribution passed the million pounds of total distribution • 20 plus volunteers contributed more than 1,700 hours of volunteer hours at the warehouse • 37,504 cases of food were distributed in 2011 Product in 2011 was distributed as follows: • 48% to food banks • 22% to faith based groups • 16% to community groups • 14% to school programs Since opening in 2004, over 128,000 cases or more than 4.5 million pounds of food have been distributed to 160+ local members. Food 4 All Northumberland 600 William St., Cobourg ON K9A 3A5 Tel:905-373-8566 Fax 905-372-4417 www.food4all.ca 905-372-8913 or 800-396-6626 www.fourinfo.com • A free resource that provides information on health and human services (www.fourinfo.com) located at 600 William St., Suite 700, Cobourg • Searchable database for local volunteer opportunities and health and human services • E-mail blast service for a minimal fee • Data partner with 211 • Emergency Volunteer Registry (EVR) launches May 2012 in partnership with Northumberland County • New website launches this month Leadership Development Services (LDS) www.211Ontario.ca • LDS assists volunteer-driven not-for-profit, charitable organizations to develop knowledge, skills and tools they require to become effective leaders and to increase the capacity of their organization through affordable training and strategic planning assistance • LDS offered eight workshops during Fall 2011 and Winter 2012 on a variety of topics. The workshops were led by respected leaders in their field. • 95 individuals attended seven workshops, representing over 30 organizations within the county. All areas of the county were represented including participants from Trent Hills and Cramahe • 100% of participants in the LDS workshops stated they would contact United Way for assistance with future workshops and also found them reasonably priced Greenwood Coalition Report To Northumberland United Way AGM Greenwood Coalition has been experiencing some very positive signs that indicate volunteer-based outreach approach is changing the lives of people living in poverty in our community. We owe a great deal of gratitude to Northumberland United Way for providing administrative backup for us, as well as support in seeking and administering funding grants. This relationship has freed us to spend more of our time interacting with the people we serve. We thank the Ontario Trillium Foundation and Government of Canada for funding this year. • Dial 211 • A free public information service connecting people to community, social, health, and government services • 211 is available 24/7, confidential and multilingual • 1490 calls to 211 in 2011 YMCA: “The TEAM program was there when I needed it the most. After having my daughter, I then knew I needed to really focus on making a better life for both of us. Luckily, the TEAM program was created and I enrolled. Being able to take my daughter to school each day, get my credits, meet others in the same situation as myself, as well as the support of the staff and fellow students , was truly a life changing experience. Because of TEAM, I graduated both high school and college and got a job in my field. My life is now going great and I have a bright future, all because I took the first step and enrolled in TEAM.” ~ Amanda L, participant in TEAM (Teaching, Educating and Mothering) With this kind of support we have been able to provide weekly meals to 60 people per week, creative arts workshops and exhibitions, income support assistance, a dozen sets of dentures, regular, consistent healthcare through the Port Hope Community Health Centre, fresh-baked bread distribution, assistance with income tax returns for 30 people, access to mental health counseling, sharing of clothing and furniture, as well as a beautiful community garden. Recently a member of the Greenwood Tower motel community gave me a letter in which she had written about the contribution of GWC in her life, and her words suggest that we are accomplishing our goals of seeing positive change in the lives of people who struggle. “They accepted me for me, not what I was or what they wanted me to be. I am now a full person instead of an empty shell. They helped me a lot and now it’s time for me to help others in any way I can.” David Sheffield Community Outreach Worker Greenwood Coalition
United Way Community Report 2011 • Thursday, April 19, 2012 - 7 UNITED WAY COMMUNITY REPORT 2011 United Way Back Pack for Kids provides nearly 1,700 Back Packs for Elementary and High School Students across Northumberland! • Supplies over 1,600 students with new back packs and school supplies annually • The essential supplies are supported by a large group of community partners including, Staples Business Depot, Ganaraska Financial Services, Cameco Corporation, Northumberland County, Rotary Club of Cobourg, Rotary Club of Colborne and Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise, Cobourg Police Services, Carpenter’s Union Local 397, Order of the Eastern Star, Cobourg Lions Club, Food 4 All Northumberland, Northumberland Children’s Aid Society, Esco Corp., Sabic Innovative Plastics, Municipality of Port Hope, United Way of Quinte and Bin-It. The Help Centre: “Faced with our family being in financial crisis due to reduced employment, I was unsure where to turn for help. Our bills were piling up and we needed oil to heat our home and ensure that our home insurance was not compromised. A friend suggested the Help Centre where I was warmly welcomed and not judged for my predicament. They helped me with a budget and arranged for payment for the oil. They also suggested that I consider getting a Christmas hamper for the holiday season to allow me to focus my limited income on expenses and arrears. The Help Centre made things much easier for our family.” ~ Susan S, a grateful Help Centre client • Their generous support has enabled the United Way to provide back packs full of supplies for distribution to both elementary and high school students throughout Northumberland County. Volunteer Fair – October 22, 2011 Bary Witteveen, Info Northumberland beside, his booth at the Volunteer Fair on Saturday, October 22 at the Cobourg Community Centre. There were 47 agencies at the fair showcasing their information and emphasizing the need for volunteers. In Northumberland, there are currently 95 organizations looking for volunteers with 191 volunteer opportunities, for a total of 2,437 volunteers needed to fill these positions. The Volunteer Fair offered local agencies the platform to showcase opportunities for volunteerism in the Northumberland area. Booths were set up to educate people on volunteerism and the wide variety of opportunities available in the community. Northumberland United Way and Info Northumberland provided support to this initiative. St. John Ambulance : In 2011, the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs were requested by a Northumberland County public school to conduct regular visits to a special education class. Among the students was a young boy who was experiencing emotional difficulties. Most recently, he had been petting a neighbour’s dog, but became upset and hit the animal when he was told that it was time for him to go home. After many visits by the Therapy Dog team over the months, this child showed a marked improvement in his emotional behaviour. While he did experience a number of outbursts, the boy began to recognize his emotional state and deal with his emotions effectively in order to participate in the dog’s visits. The teacher reported that the therapy dog became the motivation the little boy needed to make a significant advance in his social development. ~a special education student in Northumberland “Exceeds Customers Expectations” TM REG Fraser Ford Supports The Community Congratulations to the United Way for over 40 years of Community Service COBOURG 1056 Elgin St. W. Cobourg • 905-372-3673 • 1-888-805-3942 • www.fraserfordcobourg.ca
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