BFO receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of individuals, businesses and foundations to carry-on our work. There is no fee for services rendered and we don’t turn anyone away.
10 for 10 Fundraising Campaign
Calling all fundraisers! We need your help to raise money in support of BFO-HP initiatives. You have the power to help us provide our much-needed services to the community through such projects as Lunch & Learn, GPS: Navigating Through Grief, Peer Support groups, Children’s groups, community outreach, marketing and media relations, etc.All you have to do is commit to donating $10 per month for 10 months to help us achieve our goal of $10,000 and realize long-term sustainable funding. You will be helping us fulfill our vision of empowering individuals, fostering hope and healing, and educating the public on grief and bereavement.
It's easy! Just send us post-dated cheques or provide us with your credit card number for automatic monthly charges to your account. Better yet! You can donate online by clicking on Donate Now through CanadaHelps.org.
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reasons why you should donate $10 for 10 months…
Grief 411
BFO-HP is offering a new workshop series!
Each month, knowledgeable speakers will present a range
of informative talks on various topics around grief and
bereavement. You are invited to join us for an evening of
education and sharing followed by a time of networking with
fellow attendees.
For the next session, click here.
Register now! Seating is limited (max. 30).
Pre-registration and pre-payment required. We accept cash,
credit, or cheque.Please call (905) 848-4337 or email lisa.alexander@bereavedfamilies.ca to reserve your spot.
Walk
to Remember in support of the Milton CommunityThe bereaved community of Milton gathered
together last month to participate in a 5 km walk in memory
of their loved ones. The 2nd annual Walk to Remember in
support of the Milton Community took place on Saturday,
September 12th from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. With great weather
and more than 60 people in attendance, the Walk was a great
success and raised more than $2,200 in donations for BFO-HP.
Many thanks to volunteer committee members who helped organize
and support yet another successful walk.
Participants in the 2nd annual Walk to
Remember in support of the Milton Community
Addressing grief in the workplace, the Lunch & Learn program is designed to provide bereaved employees with skills and strategies for coping with grief and to teach non-bereaved employees how to support grieving co-workers. The program will also provide strategies to help increase or return to previous employee productivity levels.BFO-HP can provide organizations with specifically designed workshops or training sessions related to coping with loss and grief. Facilitated debriefing following the death of an employee is also available. This program is an inexpensive and effective method to educate employees and assist employers with retention and support of their staff.
For more information on the Lunch &
Learn program, or to book an appointment for your organization,
please call us at (905) 848-4337 or email programming@bereavedfamilies.ca
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The Annual Loving Memory Tree event took place on Dec. 7th, 2009 and was a great success. The evening was touching and comforting with an attendance of more than 300 guests. Thank you to everyone who worked hard to organize and participate in the evenings’ ceremonies. Thank you to our guest speaker, Betty-Lou Kristy, and all our wonderful musicians.
We also extend a sincere thank-you to everyone who donated. You helped us raise much needed funds in support of BFO-HP’s programs and services Your contribution s are greatly appreciated.
Here are some interesting links to media articles written about the Loving Memory Tree 2009.
The Georgetown Independent & Free Press
Mississauga.com
Snap North Mississauga
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