Jimi Russell: Dedicated Volunteer throughout Niagara Community
Jimi Russell is well known throughout the Niagara community for his continuous volunteer work.
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Empty Bowls 2018
The 13th Annual Empty Bowls Event took place on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Club Roma. This year's event was our most successful yet, raising $40,000 for programming and services at Bethlehem!
Sue Anderson: February Housing Hero
Sue Anderson and her late husband John have supported Bethlehem Housing and Support Services since 1990.
13th Annual Empty Bowls Silent Auction
We invite you take a look at some of the wonderful Silent Auction items that will be featured at our 13th Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser.
Celebrating 30 Years
For 30 years Bethlehem Place has been providing transitional housing and support programs to improve the quality of life for families in Niagara.
Bethlehem's ELC Rebrands to EarlyON Child and Family Centre
Beginning January 2018, the three types of child and family centres, including Bethlehem's Early Learning Centre, will all become EarlyON Child and Family Centres.
Canada Learning Bond
The Canada Learning Bond helps families living on lower incomes start saving for their children’s education.
Home for Christmas with Bethlehem
The children and families living at Bethlehem this Christmas experienced the generosity of our community this holiday season.
Dawn Gordon: Long Standing Volunteer
Dawn Gordon has been volunteering with Bethlehem Housing and Support Services for over 10 years.
Holiday Hours
Bethlehem's hours of operation over the holiday's (December 22 - January 1).
Madison Kempf: Child & Family Centre Volunteer
Madison first heard about Bethlehem Housing and Support Services in June of 2016. After having done some research on Bethlehem, she was very intrigued by what we had to offer and decided to volunteer at our Child and Family Centre.
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.
Groundbreaking Ceremony of New Affordable Housing Development
On Wednesday, November 22, the community came together to celebrate the groundbreaking of our new affordable housing development in downtown St. Catharines.
Mayor Walter Sendzik Discusses New Development Project
St. Catharines Mayor, Walter Sendzik, is a strong supporter for finding solutions to the affordable housing issue in Niagara. He is also a big supporter of our new development project on 111 Church Street in St. Catharines.
Giving Tuesday - November 28th, 2017
The holiday season is just around the corner, and we invite you to kick it off with us on Giving Tuesday!
Unanimous Vote by Region to Wave Development Charges
On Wednesday, October 18th, members of the region’s corporate services committee agreed unanimously to waive approximately $1 million in development charges for our new housing development.
Empty Bowls Fundraiser | March 7, 2018
Help end homelessness and reduce the impact of poverty across the Niagara Region by joining us at the 13th Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser for Bethlehem Housing and Support Services. At the event Niagara’s finest chefs prepare and serve their favourite soup in one-of-a-kind bowls created by local potters.
Memorable Fresh Start Package Delivery for Enercare Staff
Tammy and Melissa both work for Enercare’s Golden Horseshoe location. They first got involved with Bethlehem Housing & Support Services when Enercare partnered with the organization to provide personalized Fresh Start packages to families that live at Bethlehem Place.
Diane: Kenmore Court Security Resident
Diane has been living at Kenmore Court in Niagara Falls for more than eight years. She is one of the first residents to move into the building and has been a long-standing volunteer security resident.
Drew Semple: Past Board Member
Drew is a long-term member of the St. Thomas Church, which is one of the downtown churches that helped to create Bethlehem Housing.