2019 Impact
CHALLENGES
Excessive screen time increases: isolation, boredom, apathy, social & emotional distress, digital device dependence
SOLUTIONS
Programs that empower youth, change lives & build our community
Impact
41 Transformative programs that challenge curiosity, inspire learning, develop skills, build positive relationships, & develop confidence & resiliency
CHALLENGES
Increasing housing costs, addictions,mental health challenges, risky lifestyles: youth are at risk of becoming or are homeless
SOLUTIONS
Youth need safe, caring & stable home environments
Impact
2,698 Safe nights provided to youth participating in our programs
CHALLENGES
65% of kids have sedentary lifestyles: obesity, inactivity, unhealthy habits, increased anxiety, decreased self-esteem
SOLUTIONS
Physical & recreational programming
Impact
5,547 Hours children & youth participated in physical or recreational activities
CHALLENGES
After school hours pose greatest danger for children including: anxiety, fear, victimization, risky behaviours
SOLUTIONS
Safe, supportive places to belong
Impact
8 Club locations where youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, & develop confidence and skills for life
CHALLENGES
1 in 5 children experience: hunger, food insecurity
SOLUTIONS
Access to consistent healthy food
Impact
17,863 Healthy meals served
Impact
21,933 Healthy snacks served
CHALLENGES
22% students drop out of high school: illiteracy, traditional classroom learning barriers
SOLUTIONS
Early intervention & alternative learning environments to overcome barriers
Impact
10,678 Hours children & youth received academic support, improved literacy & digital literacy skills, received homework support, learned life skills, developed employment skills, education support & counselling