Kennedy House

St. Barnabas on the Danforth has been a long‑standing and deeply caring partner of Kennedy House. Not only do they host our Fundraiser each year, but their support continues well beyond a single event.

Throughout the year, St. Barnabas (https://www.facebook.com/St-Barnabas-on-the-Danforth-106155235493402/ ) marks special moments for youth at the shelter through thoughtful gestures such as cards and chocolate at Easter and Valentine’s Day, and gift cards during the holiday season. These moments matter. For a youth experiencing homelessness, simple acts of recognition can be incredibly powerful reminders that they are seen, valued, and cared about.

We’re grateful for their ongoing compassion and commitment to .

Last month some of the youth in our care went on a field trip to a bowling alley!

This outing was especially meaningful as it was many of the youth’s first time bowling. It provided a great opportunity for them to step outside of the regular program space, connect with one another, and build stronger relationships in a fun & engaging environment.

Beyond meeting immediate needs like safety, meals, and clothing, we address the many factors that contribute to homelessness by meeting youth where they’re at and offering tailored supports.

We hope everybody had a great Easter weekend!

At Kennedy House, our youth took part in some art therapy and chats about the significance of Easter 🐣

Partner Spotlight Series: Ontario Care Collective

Kennedy House is proud to be a member of the (OCC). Being part of OCC connects us with organizations across the province that are committed to improving care, strengthening services and advocating for better outcomes for the young people we serve.

This partnership helps us stay connected, informed and engaged in conversations that shape the future of child and youth services in Ontario. Partnership with OCC means access to shared knowledge and best practices, opportunities to collaborate with like‑minded agencies and a stronger collective voice for children and youth.

Together, we are building a stronger support system for children and youth.

Stay tuned for the next Partner Spotlight.