Join us for a special cocktail reception, live band, and silent auction in support of Humewood House on April 24th, 2013 from 6 PM to 9 PM at Malaparte.

Please visit www.humewoodinbloomgala.com for more information or click here to purchase tickets.

Stay tuned to the blog for further updates on this exciting event!

Humewood House would like to send a special thank you to MPCF for their recent donation to our Success in School Program. The program is designed to create a positive learning environment where pregnant and parenting young women can return to high school, feel successful, earn credits and believe they can attain a post secondary education.

Thanks to the generosity of MPCF, funding will also go towards scholarships for five young women to pursue their dream of a post-secondary education.

For more information regarding MPCF and the difference they are making in our community, please visit their website at www.mpcf.ca.

Throughout my time at Humewood House, the expertise, the commitment and the support of
the Staff and Board of Directors has been unwavering. I am confident in the ongoing success of
Humewood House and remain committed to our shared mission and vision.

I have accepted the position of Executive Director at CRC in Regent Park effective February 4,
2013. CRC is an exciting opportunity for me. Their vision, their new building at 40 Oak St. and
the changing community in Regent Park will provide a fertile ground to challenge my skills and
expertise in my ongoing pursuit of community engagement, social integration and social justice.
It has been an honour to work with the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers at Humewood
House. Thank you for all the opportunities you have provided to me over the last seven years.

Humewood House is currently hiring for a new Executive Director.
Executive Director Job Posting – deadline January 22, 2013

This year, we are featuring several different products:

• Boucle Fringed Scarf
• A super soft knitted scarf with fringed edges
• Machine washable
• Available in black, red, beige/grey, and ivory
• $15 ($5 charitable tax receipt)
• Eco Fleece Blankets
• An eco-friendly blanket made from recycled polyester, yarn, and virgin polyester
• Machine washable
• Available in charcoal
• $20 ($10 charitable tax receipt)
• Bear Hats
• An ultra-plush bear hat for children aged 2 to 6
• Machine washable
• Available in a variety of colours
• $15 ($5 charitable tax receipt)
• Undercover Bears Blanket and Pillow Set
• A blanket and pillow set made from ultra-plush fabric
• Machine washable
• Available in a variety of colours
• $30 ($15 charitable tax receipt)
• Travel Blankets
• A Lug Snug, Nap Sac blanket and pillow set, or Quillow (limited quantities only) made from ultra-plush fabric
• Machine washable
• Available in a variety of colours
• $30 ($15 charitable tax receipt)

Every dollar raised results in countless opportunities to improve a young woman’s health, education, life skills, and more, as well as the lives of their children.

Spread some warmth to your own loved ones while supporting a young woman’s future this holiday season!

Click here to access the PDF and click here to access past newsletters and annual reports.

Thank you to Rose and her team of volunteers for their creativity, theatrical performance, and community spirit – it was a “spook-tacular” success!

Here are some of our favourite photos from the event:

For young women entering into a full or part-time course of study at a recognized and approved university or college in Canada, this scholarship can be the foundation for a successful and positive educational experience.

The individual scholarships are awarded for the period of one year and will range from $1000 to $2500. The funds can contribute to the cost of tuition, school supplies, child care while attending school, and much more.

To date, we have given out over $23 000 to some very deserving young women. Some of our recipients have gone on to attend York University, Humber College, Ryerson University, George Brown College, and more for programs such as Law Enforcement, Nursing, and Social Work.

For detailed information regarding the criteria and to access the application for the scholarship, please click here.

“I would like to use my social work credentials with Sociology to become a guidance counsellor and help direct today’s youth to discover their full potential to succeed.” - Past recipient

“I would use the funds towards my school supplies or put the money towards my education for second year. This money would help me with the expenses of my children during my time at school.” - Past recipient

Join Humewood House as we run in the 22nd annual Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon on Sunday, October 14th 2012. As part of the Charity Challenge, the Hearts Helping Humewood team will raise funds and awareness to continue to support young pregnant and parenting women.

In 2011 we raised nearly $15 000, and this year our goal is to raise $15 000 (or more!) once again!

There are two ways you can help:

Become a team member: Run in the race!

• Registration is easy, just click here to sign up and start fundraising (be sure to select Humewood House Association in the “Scotiabank Charity Challenge” box)
• A highly rewarding experience: You can walk or run the 5k, the half-marathon, or the full-marathon
• Any team member who raises $250 or more will have their registration fee paid for and their name entered into a draw for some great prizes

Become a sponsor: Fundraise or make a one-time donation to our team!

• It is simple and secure
• Be sure to select Humewood House as your charity by searching ‘Humewood House Association’ under ‘Sponsor a Charity Team’ or by clicking here to fundraise or here to donate
• Every penny truly counts!

Help make a difference in the lives of young mothers in Toronto – support Hearts Helping Humewood today!

For additional information please visit www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com or contact Hernica by email at heartshelpinghumewood@humewoodhouse.com or by phone at 416-651-5657 Ext. 238.

Over the last several months, Humewood House has been developing our own strategic plan to guide our future course of action. The result is a very exciting and tangible vision, mission, and direction for Humewood to achieve over the next three years.

Please feel free to discover the details of our strategy statements and goals by clicking on the image below.

Thanks to their generosity and remarkable skill, these mothers now have professional images that will last a lifetime and Humewood has been given a centennial legacy capturing the essence of the rich and loving relationship between our mothers and their babies. Their caring and respectful approach gave the moms confidence that is captured in their faces and interaction with their children.

The studio, which specializes in modern children’s photography, has moved to a new location in the Annex at 208 Christie Street. Watch for their grand reopening in September. We would like to take this opportunity to wish Tynan Studio much success in their new home and to extend a very special thank you from all of us here at Humewood House.

For more information regarding Tynan Studio, please visit their website at www.tynanstudio.com .