I hadn’t heard of Heartwood Place until an e-mail was sent through my workplace. Formed in 2001, this charitable organization was created to “address the serious need for more affordable housing in the Region of Waterloo.” Heartwood Place holds several fundraising events throughout the year including a blues concert, an amazing race and the “Homes, Gardens and All That Jazz” dinner that raised over $24,000 last year.
Reading their “Why We Need More Affordable Housing” page, I was surprised to find that “over 47,000 Waterloo Region residents are living in poverty”.
Be sure to check out their website and support this worthwhile cause.
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