WINTER 2026

It feels good to begin the new year with a spirit of gratitude and also a sense of hope which seems vitally important in the
midst of so much chaos in our world. At Moorelands, we continue to invest in positive pathways for kids to thrive so they
can embrace opportunities to strengthen their emotional and social well-being.

I am personally thankful for your faithful friendship and support which provide the confidence and resources needed to be
sustainable year over year. We can only invest in the growth and development of children and youth in our programs,
because you continue to choose investing in our work and mission. Thank you!

As I look back over the past year, I am humbled by the relationships, trust and financial support that have built the pillars
needed to create positive impacts for the kids we serve in our City and Camp programs. We have been entrusted with
the most valuable asset – the potential that children and youth have to succeed in life. Our belief in their ability to develop
healthy habits and qualities that strengthen their personal leadership, is measurable and long-lasting.

Countless young lives are inspired and transformed through Moorelands’ programs. I am always heartened to see
the positive influence we have in the life of a child or teen as we see concrete results on a personal level. When
kids apply their learnings,  leadership skills and knowledge, we see the outcomes in action.

As I look forward to this coming year, it is exciting to see strategic plans and ideas come to fruition with tangible outcomes.
Moorelands Kids will continue expanding our City Clubs program. We have already added in one new school
community and this year we will be working towards offering this program in four middle schools for the next
academic school year.

We have also expanded our reach across various regions in order to serve more low-income families living in isolated
rural communities. Through our outreach endeavours we are growing the number of communities who can
benefit from our unique leadership programs at Moorelands Camp.

In 2026, we also plan to complete a capital project at Moorelands Camp, which will allow us to expand our capacity
to welcome more kids in the future. This will enable us to increase our staffing capacity as we grow the
number of kids we serve each summer.

Filled with hope in this new year that holds so much promise, and with gratitude for all that has been given and shared
with us, I thank you for being a vital part of our Moorelands Community! Together we are investing in the future
of the next generation of young leaders who are grounded, guided and motivated to contribute in ways that have a
positive influence at home, at school and in their communities.

Thank you for your valued partnership, as together we create these opportunities for our families. I hope
you stay connected with us to follow the personal journeys and stories of transformation that
your generosity makes possible for hundreds of kids each and every year.

Executive Director at Moorelands Kids