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The Yarmouth Hospital Foundation is a registered charitable organization providing funding to enhance patient care at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Since its establishment in 1970, and through the generosity of the community, the Foundation has helped to fund a major building expansion and has invested more than $17 million in equipment and facilities at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. On average the Foundation purchases more than $300,000 in patient-related equipment for the hospital each year. The Yarmouth Hospital Foundation is governed by a voluntary board of directors with representatives from the local community and the hospital. Funds are raised through major gift solicitation, community mail appeals, special events, memorial gifts and other fundraising activities.

Yasodhara Ashram is a vibrant spiritual community where people of all ages work together to expand their awareness and to live the teachings of yoga. Open to people from all religious traditions, what we teach and practice promotes values of selfless service, compassion and devotion. Our goal is to bring quality into daily life and Light to the world. We train teachers and foster the growth of affiliated centres. We also publish books, CDs and DVDs of timeless wisdom (www.timeless.org). Founded in 1963 by Swami Radha, the Ashram is a registered educational institution with sister charities in Canada (Friends of Radha Foundation) and the USA (Association for the Development of Human Potential). The Ashram also maintains close relationships with other charities founded on Swami Radha's teachings in the United Kingom and Austrailia.

Guiding Principles: The Humber River Regional Hospital Foundation is committed: * to raise funds for the capital requirements of Humber River Regional Hospital. * to provide funds for projects designed to help Humber River Regional Hospital meet its patient care objectives. * to contribute to positive hospital profile in the community through the effective management of donor relations. * to manage the Foundation's assets through prudent stewardship.

You can help to financially assist children and youth to participate in the Y. Your charitable contribution to the Strong Kids Campaign will help enrich the lives of over 13,500 children and youth who would otherwise not be able to afford to participate in a values-based, recreational YMCA experience. YMCA programs help children and youth build confidence, develop skills and form relationships. Your generous support can open the doors to a Youth Action program, teach a child to swim, build tomorrow’s leaders through the Leader Corps program and provide a safe, nurturing environment with positive role models in Day Camp. The YMCA believes that investing in the development of youth today will help build strong families, which in turn will build strong communities.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto's vision is that our communities will be home to the healthiest children, teens and young adults. For over 150 years, the YMCA has worked to improve the health of our community and strengthen the social fabric of our neighbourhoods through program delivery in 250 locations across the GTA. Programs include Health, Fitness and Recreation, Child Care, Summer Day and Resident Camp, Family Development, Youth Leadership, Employment and Career Counselling, Education and Literacy, Youth Outreach and Intervention, Newcomer Services and International Development. Learn more at www.ymcagta.org

The YMCA of Cambridge is a registered federal charity that strengthens the foundations of community. For 157 years the YMCA has been responding to the needs of the day, offering a wide variety of programs and services. We realize the importance of positive activities and experiences that promote healthy choices, personal growth and community engagement. We are committed to transforming Waterloo Region into a healthier community. The YMCA provides safe places to learn, play and grow. We create spaces where all can participate, build relationships, and everyone is given the opportunity to reach their potential.

The YMCA of Edmonton is a volunteer-based, charitable, caring organization offering a variety of opportunities to young people and families. No one is turned away from the YMCA because they can't afford the full fee.

We offer a personalized service tailored to each client's need, given with human warmth, in an informal and friendly setting. Our aims are the improved well-being and the autonomy of the individual: we endeavour to improve his/her quality of life. For us, all aspects of a human being are interrelated: physiological as well as social and environmental considerations influence psychological well-being. At all times we respect the autonomy of our clients. Service plans are made in collaboration with the client rather than for him/her. The community worker's role is to support the person in his or her own efforts and to help them clarify their choices. As well, the work is focused on the client's strengths. Our goal is to help each person maximize his/her skills and develop to his/her full potential to live autonomously as a full member of society.

Located at Equidae Stables, 6362 Bank Street in Greely, TROtt has been serving a wide range of riders with mental, physical and emotional conditions for more than 25 years. Riders with a varied range of conditions can participate in the TROtt program e.g. cerebral palsy, spina bifida, stroke, head injuries, multiple sclerosis, visual impairments and mental difficulties. TROtt operates from March to December, using indoor and outdoor facilities. Lessons are scheduled during the day, evenings and Saturdays

Hospice Peterborough provides information, practical help, and emotional support to people living with a life-threatening illness, caregivers and people of all ages dealing with the death of an important person. Lending library with Internet access, educational events related to palliative care, individual and group support by professional staff and trained volunteers.

Non-profit organization that supports individuals and families living with brain injury.

The Canadian AIDS Society is a national coalition of over 120 community-based AIDS organizations from across Canada. Dedicated to strengthening the response to HIV/AIDS across all sectors of society, we also work to enrich the lives of people and communities living with HIV/AIDS. We accomplish this by advocating on behalf of people and communities affected by HIV/AIDS, facilitating the development of programs, services and resources for our member groups, and providing a national framework for community-based participation in Canada’s response to AIDS.