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Providing crime prevention services for over 60 years, the John Howard Society is a non-profit organization with branches located in all major cities across Canada. The Society offers programs that aim to reduce recidivism among people who have been in trouble with the law and prevent delinquent behaviour among youth who may be at risk of offending. The John Howard Society believes that crime can be reduced through social and educational programs and the active involvement of an informed community. The John Howard Society is Crime Prevention!

Junior Achievement of Central Ontario has provided hands-on experiences which help young people understand the economics of life since 1968. In partnership with educators and volunteers, Junior Achievement brings the real world to students, opening their minds to their potential, serving nearly 70,000 students in Central Ontario in 2008-2009 alone. Through the generous support of our volunteers and donors Junior Achievement provides relevant financial literacy and entrepreneurial programs. Every program is delivered by trained and inspiring volunteers who share their practical experience to encourage students to stay in school and to pursue their dreams. We are actively seeking more volunteers and donors to help us meet the tremendous demand for our programs. We invite you to join us to inspire students today and help ensure their success in the future!

Vision: We will be recognized by our stakeholders as vital to the success of our youth in reaching their potential through partnership with business and educators in the nationwide delivery of relevant business learning experiences by inspired volunteers. To reach our envisioned goals, we are guided by a few core values to keep us on track: Belief in the boundless potential of young people Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship Passion for what we do and honesty, integrity, and excellence in how we do it Respect for the talents, creativity, perspectives, and backgrounds of all individuals Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration Conviction in the educational and motivational impact of relevant, hands-on learning

Since 1950,the Junior League of Calgary (JLC) has been working to bridge the gap between society's needs and existing community resources. The result is a legacy of training, leadership and voluntarism that has made a difference in Calgary. Past projects include the launch of Calgary Reads, Junior Chefs, Kids Help Phone, and Volunteer Calgary. Current projects promote healthy and active living for youth. We believe that education and support for youth is critical in building self-esteem and reversing the cycle of poverty. The Teen Tote project collects gifts and hygiene items for teenagers who would otherwise be missed during the Christmas season. Kids in the Kitchen is an international education initiative to empower children to lead healthier lives through hands-on activities related to nutrition, food preparation and physical fitness. Kids in Motion and Kids in the Arts introduce preschool concepts to at-risk children using story-telling, crafts, dancing, music and games.

We are located in a small community in a rural area of southern British Columbia. What We Offer: Community Counselling, Addictions and Alcohol Counselling, Children and Youth Counselling, Victims assistance and counselling, Family support,Lifeline, and our Family Centre are a few of the programs we offer. Our Safe Home provides a refuge for women and their children leaving an abusive relationship. Please visit our website at www.nklcss.org to learn more. Funding: Funding comes from a number of provincial and federal government ministries and authorities including: Federal Ministry of Health; Interior Health; Children and Family Development; Public Safety and Solicitor General; Community, Aboriginal and Women's Services; Columbia Basin Trust; and is supplemented by client fees, donations, membership fees, fund raising and funding from Foundations.

Springboard Centre provides life opportunities for adults facing developmental and physical challenges. Within our service exists a diverse, qualified team of staff members who create innovative, individualized activities for our clientele. Each Springboard client plays a part in the creation of his or her own schedule of activities. Springboard Centre offers services to adults with moderate to severe development disabilities who may also have mild to moderate behavioral challenges.

The Kelowna Community Food Bank Society is dedicated to helping local individuals and families who are in temporary financial difficulty and are in need of food. We are a self supporting non-profit organization serving residents of Kelowna. We raise money and food through donations, special fundraising events and several local sponsors.

Kelowna's Gospel Mission is a not-for-profit, Christian organization that cares for thousands of hungry, hurting and homeless people every year since 1978. We work closely with government, businesses, community, faith groups, service providers, residents and the people we serve, creating solutions for long-term change. We desire to see lives changed by practically demonstrating the love of Jesus Christ and meeting each individual's spiritual, physical, emotional and social needs. We lead people who are bent, bruised and broken to wholeness and successful living.

Provided with the necessary supports and the development of communication and life skills and integration into the community, school and in the workplace. The residential programs operated by Kerry’s Place Autism Services offer safe and practical living arrangements within various communities in Southern Ontario. Community Outreach services are more specific to the needs of the respective communities that they serve. Depending upon the Ministry mandate for the specific region, the community outreach program may serve both children and adults or only children and adolescents until the age of 18 years. Overall, the Community Outreach programs provide support and consultation to individuals with autism and their families. This service may take the form of behaviour management, family resource days, workshops and parent counseling. Respite support is provided to families in need through community outreach. These arrangements can be offered in residence or in the community.

The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volutneer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease through: funding and stimulating innovative research; providing education and support; promoting access to quality healthcare; and increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation.

Every program or activity we offer helps build self-esteem. Our goal is to develop young people who will make the right choices in their physical, educational, personal, social, emotional and vocational lives.

The heart of Winnipeg’s newcomer community is Central Park. And the heart of Central Park is Knox Church. Knox has been an integral part of the revitalization of the neighbourhood and the restoration of the park itself, through initiatives such as Central Market for Global Families and the Rainbow Community Garden. Now we are pleased to announce the creation of a new, 24-hour accessible commercial kitchen, which, when completed, will be available for community members to use to develop and expand on catering opportunities that might otherwise be cost prohibitive. Additional programs will include nutrition and cooking classes for women, men and youth, and cultural dinners. To date we have raised over $350,000 through generous grants from:The WPG Foundation,CPP(Province of MB),The City of WPG, CentreVenture, Blannerhassett Foundation and MB Community Services Council. But we are not quite at our goal! Another $50,000 will allow us to complete this valuable commercial kitchen.