Niagara Area Jeep Club Raises a $4000 Donation for Bethlehem
Niagara Area Jeep Club Raises a $4000 donation for Bethlehem. On August 24th, 2019 if you owned a Jeep, the challenge was to get it as covered in as much mud as possible!
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Changing Futures and Providing Fresh Starts
Caring and genuine, the Enercare Fresh Start Program was developed with input from Enercare employees. They wanted to ensure that Fresh Start would provide significant support to the communities they lived and worked in. Recognizing that families who find themselves in a temporary housing due to unfortunate and unforeseen circumstances have little to no processions, the Enercare Fresh Start Program is designed to help families transitioning from temporary housing to a home of their own.
Junior Housing Hero Duo Raises Over $1500 During August
Older sibling Claire (10), has been fundraising for Bethlehem since her 8th birthday when she invited her guests to donate to Bethlehem instead of buying gifts. Claire followed this kind gesture with another donation a year and a half later with a similar Holiday donation.
From Traumatic Childhood to Resilient Adulthood
“We all don’t start with the same capacity. If you have survived trauma, at some point you were given the tools to survive. What if you were never given the tools? Those are some of the people we support.” Rob Cammaert, Housing First Outreach Worker
Hope For Affordable and Safe Housing
If you live at Bethlehem Place, you know Phil and chances are Phil knows you too.
A Strong Sense of Community Contributes to Stability for Tenants
Coffee Time is enjoyed weekly by tenants of Kenmore Court, our permanent housing building in Niagara Falls.
Housing First Outreach Worker
Our Community Outreach Worker Rob has an impressive 22 year history of navigating housing and homeless supports in Niagara.
The Art Of Giving
Our Housing Hero Lynne Mawson lends her talent and time to support Bethlehem Housing and Support Services
Taking a Leadership Role in the Business Community
Taking a leadership role in the business community as Bethlehem's Executive Director, Lori Beech, took part in a discussion panel at The State of The Region 2019
Purchase Your Tickets Today For a Chance to WIN $1600 in Gas and Groceries
Our Every Day Essentials Raffle draws light to the challenges faced by those waiting for affordable housing in Niagara. Purchase your ticket for $10 to get a chance to win $1600 in gas and groceries. Draw takes place on August 30th, 2019.
JOB Posting - EARLYON CHILD & FAMILY CENTRE - Summer Student Position
Through the Canada Summer Jobs program we are looking for an Early Childhood Educator Assistant for our EarlyON Child & Family Centre at Bethlehem Place. Apply by Monday, May 6, 2019 at 4:30 pm
CFUW 2019 Annual House Tour
On Sunday, May 5th, 2019 from 12pm – 5pm the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) will be hosting their 45th Annual House Tour in the Niagara Region.
Educational Estate Planning Event - April 17, 2019
Through a partnership with the Niagara Community Foundation’s Legacy Partners Program, Bethlehem Housing and Support Services is introducing an educational series on Values-Based Estate Planning. This educational series is open to anyone who wishes to explore Tax-Wise Giving and Legacy Planning.
Theo Lively: Intake Support Worker
We are pleased to announce that we have expanded our Intake Support team. Theo Lively brings with her years of practice working with marginalized populations in our community.
Tammy McIntyre: Housing Services Administrator
We are pleased to announce that we have created a new Housing Services department with a new Housing Services Administrator position. Tammy McIntyre brings years of experience in non-profit housing administration, tenant case management, centralized housing intake and a background in accounting.
Empty Bowls 2019
The 14th Annual Empty Bowls Event took place on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Club Roma. This year's event was our most successful yet, raising $50,000 for programming and services at Bethlehem!
No Easy Fix for Niagara's Housing Crisis
Recently, in a four-part series, Niagara This Week delved into a variety of sources, moving parts and organizations working toward resolutions in Niagara and beyond.
Niagara's Housing Crisis Faces A Perfect Storm
Bethlehem's Executive Director, Lori Beech, and Hugo Chesshire of the Niagara Chamber of Commerce presenting a unified front to politicians to address the City's Housing Crisis.
Matt's Journey to Stable Housing
What would you do if you suddenly become homeless without any savings or support network?
A Guide to Year-End Giving
Follow your heart and save money on income tax by contributing to charity this holiday season. Understanding how much tax you will save is an important part of your decision making process.