Moorelands Community Services
Support Moorelands Community Services
Create opportunities for Toronto kids impacted by poverty
"I first discovered the magic of Moorelands in 1976, when I was 11. Talk about a lifeline. I'm proud to be a supporter today
— this organization is essential."
— Barbara Turnbull
Moorelands — Changing Lives one Child at a Time
In 2009, one in every four children in the GTA lived in poverty. At risk of falling through the cracks, these children face bigger challenges than their better-off peers. Research shows that there are significant links between low income and poor academic achievement and behaviour problems including delinquency, substance abuse and teen pregnancy.
At Moorelands, we recognize the inherent value of all children and youth. We work with children and work work with children and youth living in some of Toronto's poorest neighbourhoods to help them build competence, confidence and character and develop positive connections with peers, adults and communities. We employ an "intentional fun" model where children are taught important life skills while they are engaged in play and stimulating activities.
Our programs include:
- Moorelands Wilderness Camp for 600 children aged 8-16
- After-School Programs for 360 children aged 6-12
- Youth Leadership Programs for 42 youth aged 11-15
- City Summer Day Camp for 448 children aged 6-12
- Baby Bundles for 300+ newborns
- Christmas Sharing Program for children and youth 0-16 (300 families)
We know the social cost associated with poverty is high — we also know that programs such as those offered by Moorelands make a real and measurable difference.
Studies confirm what we at Moorelands have seen for ourselves: organized and structured activities outside school have a tremendous impact on children and can improve school achievement and develop life skills such as communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and teamwork.
"There's no place like home... That is what Moorelands was for me and many other kids who attended. It has changed my life
forever. I will never forget the fun times and even the sad time."
— C-Dawg (summer staff)
You Can Help: Walk/Run, Fundraise, Donate!
Your donation will go directly to support the kids in our city programs.
Please visit www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com, click on the Scotiabank Group Charity Challenge 2010 and sign up to support Moorelands.
- FREE entry for the first 10 runners to register
- FREE training programs through www.torontowaterfronmarathon.com
- Immediate electronic tax receipts for $10 and over
For more information, please visit www.moorelands.ca or contact Dagmar Schroeder, Development & Stewardship Coordinator, at 416-466-9987 x303 or dschroeder@moorelands.ca.