Streams utilized a DC Grant to advance a program aimed at youth ages 8-17. In total, 22 participants took part in a “Word of Mouth Monologue” competition, expressing their creative voice and engaging with community as they appeared on stage, many for the first time. Fan favourite and Bravery awards were just two of the ways participants were recognized and 12 finalists participated in the finale, a live competition!
During the pandemic, as vulnerable and isolated patients faced hospital discharge; vital access to grant funds provided access to improved technology tools enabling wellness checks, reducing social isolation and offering seniors the chance to age in place safely.
A DC grant enabled the game of cricket to be brought to Shelburne with enhanced equipment, locally sourced and trained umpires, an exhibition game for women and more than doubled club membership!
Encouraging soil health, food self-sufficiency and biodiversity were the goals of a DC grant to the Shelburne Horticultural Society. Funds supported education, guest speakers and learning about the importance of native plant species for healthy root systems and raised bed gardening as a source for homegrown vegetables during difficult economic times.
Called a “lifesaver,” the Seniors Centre used a Cyber Seniors peer mentoring program to reduce social isolation and provide increased access to, and training on, current handheld and computer technology tools for over 80 seniors in Dufferin County.
Close to 300 parents were able to access vital parenting supports and tools when a DC grant contributed to 30 parenting workshops. From helping kids with ADHD, stress and/or anger management issues to improving family communications, parents tell us they feel supported. When that happens, families flourish and children thrive!
Over 750 meals were delivered to Orangeville and Dufferin County clients as a direct result of receiving a DC grant. With 90% of recipients being older adults experiencing financial hardship, a mental health concern and/or a physical disability, meal delivery also provided vital check in opportunities helping to reduce social isolation and increase access to other needed social services.
Sharing new music with the community, supporting the Beginner band and enabling a return to the stage were all made possible by a DC grant. We are grateful to be back!
Historically serving as a gathering place and community hub, the pandemic impacted operations and grant funds were considered a lifeline to saving this beautiful space for future generations.
Connecting students to each other and to free digital access and online resources, YFC used grant funds to create, enhance and promote a safe space for youth to gather.
Headwaters Communities in Action
