Tis the Season for Hope and Community
Tis the Season for Hope and Community
December 2023
Hope for Tomorrow
Hope for Tomorrow
The message of Christmas is hope for humanity. At the Pregnancy Centre, we see every day that hope-filled futures are possible.
Hope inspires us to create a generous and compassionate community where needs are met, and people can thrive. This year was no exception as hundreds of families attended the Centre for the first time for practical resources, support programs, and counselling services. Our 2022 Annual Report shares stories of connection, and our vision to increase our impact.
We invite you to celebrate the hope we have for a brighter tomorrow. Your generosity has the power to impact countless lives, because when practical needs are met, hope-filled futures begin.
May this season bring blessings of faith, love, and eternal hope.
From The Pregnancy Centre Team
2023 at a Glance
2023 at a Glance
Containers of Formula
Diapers and Wipes
New Clients
Program Visits
Centre Visits
Looking Ahead
Looking Ahead
As we prepare for a new year, we are excited to invest further in our mentorship programs. We know that mentoring is a powerful way that women and their families can experience a hope-filled future.
The Pregnancy Centre is also experiencing incredible growth in need for our services and programs.
We’re committed to meet the practical and emotional needs of our diverse community more creatively than ever. And we couldn’t do it without you. Thank you!
The Pregnancy Centre expects to support between 500 and 600 clients monthly in 2024.
(Compared to 400 clients per month in 2023).
The Pregnancy Centre grew from 250 families per month in January 2023, to more than 400 in December. At this rate of growth, The Pregnancy Centre expects to support more than 500 families monthly in 2024.
Your donation helps us prepare to meet the increased demand for practical resources and emotional support. Thank you for giving.
The Pregnancy Centre expects to support between 500 and 600 clients monthly in 2024.
(Compared to 400 clients per month in 2023).
Your donation helps us prepare to meet the increased demand for practical resources and emotional support. Thank you for giving.
Read Our Annual Report
Read Our Annual Report
Discover stories of impact and community that you help make possible. Read our vision for the future of caring for at-risk families in Waterloo Region.
Overcoming Challenges Together
Overcoming Challenges, Together
Diaper Drives
Waterloo Region responded to the call to #EndDiaperNeed. Our community collected more than 400 boxes through 15+ diaper drives in 2023.
April Fundraising Gala
More than 200 donors, clients, volunteers, and staff came together to raise funds for Pregnancy Centre families.
Baby Bottle Campaign
115 containers of formula were collected during the formula shortage in May and June of 2023.
Christmas at the Centre
Christmas at the Centre
It has been a year of connection! 400 new clients joined the Centre this year and experienced the joy of belonging to a supportive community.
As we reflect on the year, we are celebrating how these women and families have experienced growth and hope in 2023.
And the holiday season was not without celebrations! This December, our program clients celebrated at our Christmas parties, enjoyed baked treats from our volunteers, decorated Christmas crafts, and participated in lively conversations.
Our Bachelor of Social Work interns also planned and hosted a workshop on navigating the holidays.
It has been a year of connection! 400 new clients joined the Centre this year and experienced the joy of belonging to a supportive community.
As we reflect on the year, we are celebrating how these women and families have experienced growth and hope in 2023.
And the holiday season was not without celebrations! This December, our program clients celebrated at our Christmas parties, enjoyed baked treats from our volunteers, decorated Christmas crafts, and participated in lively conversations.
Our Bachelor of Social Work interns also planned and hosted a workshop on navigating the holidays!
Be Part of the Village
Be part of
the Village.
Each year in the Waterloo Region, people become parents with little to no support.
Many families in our region experience poverty, addictions, mental health challenges, trauma and family violence, all while pregnant or parenting.
By becoming a monthly donor, you can become the Village for the hundreds of families in need of support. Your steadfast support will help ensure that needs are met, and that families can thrive.
Ways to Give
Online
Donate using a secure form.
Cheque
Please address cheques to The Pregnancy Centre, 40 Francis Street South, Kitchener, ON N2G 2A2.
E-Transfer
Send e-transfers to
finance@pregnancycentre.ca. Be sure to include your name and contact information to receive a tax receipt.
Phone
Call our office to make a one-time or reccurring credit card donation or electronic funds transfer (EFT).
When practical needs are met, hope-filled futures can begin.
Thank You for Your Support
We are so thankful for your steadfast support in 2023. We look forward to experiencing all the possibilities and hope of a new year, together!