Outreach Centre to begin new chapter with downtown relocation

Changes are happening with a longtime program of The Outreach Centre, that being Tools for School. Originally launched by United Way Central Alberta, it has been a partnership between the two organizations for several years.

Now, it will go back to being run just by United Way Central Alberta. More details are to come on that, but some preliminary details and information on how you can support it are here.

Plus, Red Deer’s Triangle Supply is collecting items for Tools for School from July 15 to Aug. 19. On Aug. 19, they’ll host a fun day from 11-2, with BBQ and prizes.

“This transition creates an opportunity to strengthen and expand the community partnerships that make Tools for School possible,” said Chelsea O’Donoghue, CEO of United Way Central Alberta.

“By bringing together schools, social service agencies, donors, volunteers, and corporate partners, we’ll continue to ensure families have access to the supplies they need and students start the school year with confidence. We thank The Outreach Centre for its years of leadership in delivering the program and look forward to continuing this important work alongside our many community partners.”

The services offered at The Outreach Centre will remain wide-ranging.

Currently, they include Adopt-a-Family, help for intimate partner violence, housing, safe visitation, and Julietta’s Place, among others.

They also run several major events each year, including the Lip Sync Battle, a pickleball tournament, a golf tournament, and Walk A Mile In Her Shoes in both Red Deer and Sylvan Lake.

A community open house for The Outreach Centre is being scheduled for this fall.

by Josh Hall

Outreach Centre to begin new chapter with downtown relocation

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