FACS Foundation Gala Nets Over $120,000 for Children and Youth in Niagara
The generosity of donors in Niagara is making a profound and positive impact for children and youth who have been in the care of FACS Niagara. The FACS Foundation’s 26th annual gala, the Hollywood Soiree, raised more than $120,000 (net) to fund programs supporting youth preparing to make the transition into adulthood and independent living.
Curtain to Rise on 26th Annual FACS Foundation Charity Gala
It will be lights, camera, action in Thorold on April 25. That night, more than 300 community members will gather for the Foundation for Family and Children’s Services Niagara’s annual charity gala raising funds for youth in care making the transition to adulthood. “Making the transition to independent living and taking on the responsibility of managing your finances, home, [...]
Youth in Care Look Ahead to Brighter Tomorrows as Welland Residential Home Opens Its Doors
Family and Children’s Services (FACS) Niagara and Youth Resources Niagara (YRN) are pleased to announce the opening of a new home providing support to young people in care living with complex mental health and behavioural needs. The home, located in Welland, supports up to ten young people between the ages of nine and 14. The challenges these young people face [...]
$90,000 Raised – Mountainview Lemonaid Day
The 3rd Annual Mountainview LemonAID Day for FACS Niagara raised over $90,000, sending approximately 500 kids to summer camp. Hosted on June 8, the event saw 100 lemonade stands across the Niagara region. Thanks to the community's generosity and sponsors like Mountainview Building Group, FACS Niagara ensures memorable summer experiences for local children.
FACS Niagara Launches New Strategic Plan
For more than 125 years, Family and Children’s Services (FACS) Niagara has provided support to help children, youth, and families be at their best. In updating the agency’s strategic plan, FACS reaffirmed its commitment to helping the community thrive. The five-year plan (2024 – 29) is the product of consultations with members of the FACS team, foster parents, volunteers, community [...]
OACAS Launches Campaign to Seek Foster Caregivers Amidst Provincial Shortage
Available Foster Homes in Ontario have Declined 33 Per Cent Since the Pandemic Niagara, Ont. – Amidst a steady decline in foster care placement availability, the Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies (OACAS) is releasing the ‘There to Care’ Campaign. With the need for foster caregivers now greater than ever, the initiative aims to underscore the vital role of foster [...]
Developmental Services Waitlist Class Action
Were You Eligible and Assessed for Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (formerly Ministry of Community and Social Services)-Funded Adult Developmental Services and Supports and Funding and Placed on a Service Registry between July 1, 2011 and December 14, 2018? A lawsuit may affect you. Please visit the following link for details: https://kmlaw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Leroux_Short_Form_Notice_Final.pdf For further information, please visit: https://kmlaw.ca/cases/ontario-support-services-waitlist-class-action/
Creating Lifelong Connections: FACS Niagara Educates the Public on Openness in Adoption
During the month of November, FACS Niagara honoured Adoption Awareness Month as a time that reminded us of the importance of permanency and openness, and the positive impact that this has on children and youth in our community.
