Charities

“Without community, there is no liberation.”

-Audre Lorde

Charity for January-April 2023 donation:

Community Fridge KW

Community Fridge KW is a grassroots mutual aid initiative committed to establishing public repositories of fresh food and essential items in Kitchener-Waterloo that anyone can take from for free, anytime.

List of local charities we’ve donated to:

Tiny Home Takeout

St. Mary’s church believes we are all part of one family and the same quality food that is available to the wealthy should be available to people who are struggling or unsheltered. Everyone deserves a great meal, free of charge.

  • April/May 2021: $60.00

Anishnabeg Outreach

Anishnabeg Outreach is an incorporated non-profit organization guided by a volunteer Board of Directors.  They work primarily with the non-profit sector and are guided by a clear mission and set of values. They provide Indigenous people with access to culturally appropriate services and strive to support individuals with direction and assistance to overcome barriers. They encourage individual exploration of avenues that will lead to self-sufficiency and success.

  • June-December 2021: $80.00

The Food Bank of Waterloo Region

Through community partnerships, The Food Bank obtains and distributes emergency food from neighbours for neighbours. Their vision is to channel the community’s energy so no one goes hungry.

  • January/February 2022: $15.00

  • November/December 2022: $350.00

A Better Tent City

Housing is a human right. ABTC is a novel community-based approach to providing a home and a sense of belonging for approximately 50 residents who have experienced chronic homelessness in Waterloo Region. 

  • May/June 2022: $371.70

SHORE Centre Waterloo Region

SHORE Centre imagines a community that values sexual health and reproductive freedom as essential for people to live their best lives. SHORE Centre offers exceptional and inclusive sexual and reproductive health services in the community that uphold the dignity of everyone.

  • July/August 2022: $319.00

Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region

SASC supports survivors of sexual violence. They listen, facilitate healing, and celebrate resiliency. Using an anti-racist, intersectional feminist approach, SASC works to transform systems which promote gender-based violence.

  • October 2022: $114.00

List of external charities we’ve donated to:

Global Medic’s Ukraine Conflict Response 2022

GlobalMedic is a registered Canadian charity that has provided disaster relief and life-saving humanitarian aid since 2002. An estimated 7.4 million people have fled Ukraine since the Russian invasion on February 24, 2022 making it the fastest-growing refugee crisis since World War II. Neighbouring countries have seen waves of refugees crossing their borders, seeking safety and support. GlobalMedic has worked closely with local Ukrainian partners over the years, and with their network of partners and Rapid Response Team members they are supporting Ukrainians who have been impacted due to the increased violence.

United States Association for UNHCR

Right now, the lives of millions of refugees are threatened. Families and children forced to flee their homes arrive in refugee camps daily with little more than the clothes on their back. In areas like the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, Central and South America, we’re responding to a refugee crisis unlike any we’ve seen before.

UNHCR is working around the clock to rush essential relief to those impacted. Donations will help provide immediate assistance including tents, blankets, cooking sets, medicine and other life-saving needs—to those who need it most.

  • March/April 2022: $125

Flood Relief Trip to Pakistan - The Pulao Gals

The Pulao Gals is KW’s first halal Pashtun/Pakistani food company, run by Shahgul and Zerka Mya, a wonderful mom and daughter duo. In Fall 2022, in response to the mass flooding in Pakistan, Momma Mya travelled home to provide relief work. Through TPG’s fundraiser, Momma Mya was able to purchase and distribute over 150 bundles of blankets, religious clothings, coverings, etc. to those affected by the mass flooding.

  • September 2022: $100.00