How one Toronto school is sparking the next generation of philanthropists and community advocates. Two Grade 5 classes at Runnymede Public School have recently proved the power of children determined to build a world they would like to live in, and we can all take inspiration from it! Both homeroom classes began a unit on […]
When Mariah arrived at Moorelands Camp for the first time in 2019, she was nervous. “I was scared because I had never been to camp before. It was all new to me and it was very far from home. At first, I didn’t want to be there,” Mariah admits. “One of the main challenges was […]
“As a retiree just before the pandemic, I was struggling with what to do next,” says Kim, a volunteer at Moorelands Kids who gives her time on a weekly basis to help out in our head office. Kim enjoys curling in the winter months, and she first learned about Moorelands through one of the ladies […]
Seven-year-old Riley is a fifth-generation cottager on Kawagama Lake. He spends time each summer with his family at a cottage built by his ancestors in 1946, and enjoys outdoor activities. “I like kneeboarding, boating, fishing, swimming and having campfires,” says Riley. But a few summers ago, Riley realized not every child gets to have these […]
At Moorelands Kids, we often talk about how our after-school programs help kids stay connected to supportive peer communities, boost their confidence, learn new skills, and gain good role models. These are all key factors of Positive Youth Development, a framework that both our after-school and camp programs are built on. But after-school programming can […]
We are pleased to inform you of our upcoming Annual Impact Meeting! We will share updates about our 2022 successes and challenges, hear from Moorelands Kids and introduce some of our key staff and board members. You can watch highlights live on our Instagram and Facebook Pages at 6pm on April 19th. Not available? Don’t […]
International Women’s Day celebrates diversity, inclusivity and gender equity—in all spaces. This year’s theme is #EmbraceEquity, which focuses on making positive change and taking action in our own communities, whether at school, work, or in our families, friends, peer and colleague groups. At Moorelands Kids, embracing equity means ensuring that every child has access to […]
Why are monthly gifts so important to us? Funding Stability –Typically, we experience waves of donations around key campaigns in the year (Giving Tuesday, Send a Kid to Camp, etc.) that do not always coincide with costs associated with our programs. By dispersing your contributions over 12 months, you allow us to establish stable funding […]
As we shared recently in myMoorelands, working with Moorelands Kids has become a valuable career stepping stone for many students who are hoping to gain practical hands-on experience working with vulnerable youth. We connected with one of our program staff, Bugzy, to follow her journey with Moorelands. Bugzy was seeking an internship during her second […]
For Moorelands Kids, celebrating Black History Month reinforces that Black history is Canadian history. Canadian society has been influenced by and built upon the achievements of countless Black innovators in all fields. These individuals serve as role models for everyone with their persistence, creativity and leadership: Poetry: Check out this collection of poetry written by […]
THANK YOU to everyone who engaged with us through our Legacy Campaign in the Fall of 2022! Your commitment to the work and mission of Moorelands Kids will indubitably leave a legacy of kindness, care and active support for the youth we serve. We believe that every child has the right to succeed in life. […]
Our Intentional Stewardship of Resources Moorelands Kids has sustained growth since 1912 through the development of best practices in the stewardship of people, places and programs. This is reflected in our ability to adapt and embrace change whether it is planned or arrives as an unexpected guest. Moorelands Kids as an organization plans to modernize […]
In partnership with our Board of Directors, Moorelands Kids has produced a strategic plan for 2023-2027. Below you will find highlights from our plan that will continue to inform our work over the next several years. There are six key factors that are influencing the strategic landscape in which Moorelands Kids operates: The strategic plan […]
As a new year unfolds, many are compelled to reflect and take stock. At Moorelands Kids, we do the same. In 2023 we are moving forward with a healthy, balanced approach to best practices in our work and mission. The pillars of our new Strategic Plan are Growth, Modernization and Sustainability. Growth means having the […]
David Shares His Expertise as a Speaker at the American Camp Association (ACA) Staffing Summit Working in the industry for over ten years, our Moorelands Camp Director, David Borsook, has learned a thing or two about how to proactively recruit program staff. As you may know, Moorelands Kids staff are the backbone of all our […]
