It is with an immense level of sadness and shock that we are releasing this message. On Thursday, July 20th, we suddenly lost the leader and backbone of our organization, Donnamarie Dunk. Donnamarie lived, breathed and embodied all of the organization’s values. She walked hand in hand with the families we support, the staff and […]
Bridges to Belonging is committed to fostering a community that values and embraces diversity,inclusivity, and equality. We believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. We aredeeply committed to building communities where everyone can live as their most authentic selves, express themselves freely, and thrive without fear of harm or discrimination. It is […]
Join us on May 16th for a day of discovery as we take a journey along the many Pathways to Belonging. Pathways to Belonging is a full day of sharing, story telling, activities and learning about the various paths and intersections a person with diverse identities including disability can explore for meaningful connection and contribution […]
The long-awaited BOOGIE FOR BELONGING IS BACK!!! Come and celebrate our Anniversary with us on May 26, 2023. IT’S A PARTY FOR A CAUSE! Let’s raise the roof, while we raise awareness and funds for people with diverse identities and disabilities to live as valued contributing citizens across Waterloo Region and for their families to […]
Bridges to Belonging launches Build-A-Bridge to create more Accessibility, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging For release on Sept. 9, 2022 Kitchener, Ont. – Kitchener charity Bridges to Belonging is excited to announce the launch of the Build-A-Bridge Monthly Partner Program. Build-A-Bridge is an opportunity for community members across Waterloo Region to partner with Bridges to Belonging […]
Since we need to Stay-At-Home anyway, why not have fun? Our BE-Connected group is challenging everyone in Waterloo Region to get creative and do something fun or try something new for the next 28 days! Let’s go viral! Send us a selfie or video of you doing something fun and we will share on social […]
Visit our online store to purchase your bracelets. At Bridges to Belonging, we believe that everyone belongs in a community of meaningful relationships where their voice is heard, choices honoured, gifts celebrated, strengths recognized, participation is welcomed and contribution is valued. These beautiful hand-crafted Bracelets for Belonging were created with accessibility in mind using adjustable […]
This October five dedicated runners are lacing up their sneakers and running the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon Virtual Race, and all the money raised will go directly to Bridges to Belonging!
LINKS is an initiative offered by Bridges to Belonging that enables youth to reduce isolation, overcome barriers to inclusion and build the resilience necessary for a good life by developing a network of supportive, meaningful relationships and community connections. Who can attend? Youth, aged 14-24, supported by 1-2 other significant people they choose (such as […]
