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Media Release                                                                                                                                                                                                   July 17, 2019
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$ 247,100 OTF Grant Plants a Future for the Seeds of Hope
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​Burlington – In 2017, Shifra Homes received the good news that it had received a much-needed $247,100 Grow grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to help it expand on its Seeds of Hope program. On Wednesday, local MPP Jane McKenna and Dianne Lawson, Chair of OTF’s Halton-Peel Grant Review Team, stopped in to formally congratulate the members at Shifra Homes and heard more about how the three-year grant has been making a valuable difference in the lives of young women and their babies.
“Since it’s inception in 2006, Shifra Homes has provided a safe haven where young women who are expecting a child can live without stress and fear.  Through the Seeds of Hope program, they provide hope and the building blocks for putting together a new life with baby for these young mothers,” said Jane McKenna.  
The grant is being used to expand the Seeds of Hope, which offers women life skills and resources. The initiative will help women who are economically vulnerable to meet their basic needs. Shifra has developed a holistic approach to its services and programs through working with numerous support networks. And thanks to the $247,100 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, young women and their babies in desperate need of housing and nourishment will have continued access to Shifra Homes’ services, support and resources.
“This most gracious donation from the Ontario Trillium Foundation is a lifeline for these women and the future of their children,” said Nancy Romic, Executive Director of Shifra Homes. “This grant ensures that Shifra Homes will be able to expand its Seeds of Hope Program, which provides support through counselling, rent supplements, donations, programs, support and food. This support system ensures these women become successful and productive members of the community.”
Shifra Homes is committed to providing a safe harbour of refuge for vulnerable young women and their babies. The grant ensures that Shifra can remain accessible to the community and those in need. 
 
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Government of Ontario, and one of Canada’s leading grant foundations. OTF awarded $108 million to 629 projects last year to build healthy and vibrant communities in Ontario.
 
Media Contact:
Nancy Romic, Executive Director
Shifra Homes Inc.
905-681-9633
nancyromic@shifrahomes.com
Behind the Scenes at Shifra Homes
Behind the Scenes at Shifra Homes: Listen to the staff who truly love Shifra and walk through the home that brings hope to young homeless mothers

The Burlington Foundation's Brilliant Business Circle Program

​Sowing Seeds of Hope: Discover the lifelong impact that Shifra Homes Seeds of Hope program is having for young, homeless mothers and their babies and see how the collective giving of Burlington Foundation’s Brilliant Business Circle corporate members is supporting this inspirational work.

Business Excellence Award  ​WINNER!

We are extremely proud and excited to announce that Shifra Homes has WON the 2019 Burlington Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award in the Not-for-Profit sector.
"Your company has now joined the elite ranks of those that have been recognized as demonstrating business leadership"
​The Burlington Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business in Burlington and advocates at the local, regional, provincial and federal levels on behalf of 1,000 companies representing 30,000 employees. ​

The Chamber had named 29 local organizations as potential winners of its Business Excellence Awards in a variety of categories. Award nominations are based on overall business excellence and the criteria include leadership, community contributions, entrepreneurship, environment, employee welfare, innovation and market growth. We were one of the three finalists in the Not-For-Profit section, and are honoured to have been identified by our community.



​NEW ARRIVALS  - 2019

Here are some pictures of our beautiful 2019 babies!

Recent News

Speaking Up for Vulnerable Children
This year we had the opportunity of collaborating with the television broadcast Context with Lorna Dueck in her episode Speaking Up for Vulnerable Children. The interview delves into the Shifra Homes mission and the community need to protect and nurture these young vulnerable mothers.

Brilliant Caring with the Burlington Foundation

2 years ago we had the honour of working with the Burlington Foundation for their Happenings Event. The evening was a huge success, and it was empowering to see the amazing accomplishments being made in Burlington. We are extremely proud to share our story from the Burlington Foundation. They created a beautiful video and shared our story for you all to see.

Brand New Kitchen!

Thanks to the amazing support of Halton Region through their Community Investment Fund, we were able to completely renovate our kitchen and replace all appliances! Members from St. Gabriel's Knights of Columbus Council #10061 and the Burlington Professional Firefighters Association Local 1552 volunteered their time to complete all of the renovations.

Burlington Post Article

Last year we were published in the Burlington Post. Click the link below to read our story.