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Wall with plaques listing all Sunnyside Foundation donors.

Welcome to the Sunnyside Foundation. We are a registered charity that raises funds to enhance the lives of older adults in Waterloo Region. You can get involved by donating, taking part in our events or by volunteering. Every donation makes a difference.

Donate

Donate online to the Sunnyside Foundation.

You may notice that our online donations look a little bit different. We have officially registered with SimplyK to accept our online donations. Please note that online tax receipts will now be coming from SimplyK. 

 

To donate by cheque, please mail to:

 

Sunnyside Foundation

247 Franklin Street North

Kitchener, ON  N2A 1Y5

Tax receipts will be issued for donations over $10.

The Sunnyside Foundation recognizes donors who contribute over $1,000 on the donor wall in the lobby of Sunnyside Home.

 

 COVID-19 Pandemic Support Fund 
COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic on March 9 by the World Health Organization. Since that time, it has had a profound impact on the lives of people around the world including the older adults who live on the Sunnyside campus and the staff who support them.

We are asking for your help during this unprecedented time. Donations to the Sunnyside Foundation will help to support the purchase of items that support the health, safety and well-being of Sunnyside residents, tenants and staff such as:

  • Personal protective equipment like masks, face shields, gowns, caps and gloves
  • Technology that connects residents or tenants and their family or friends in the community
  • Items to support residents and tenants to engage in activities that give them meaning and purpose

There are several ways to show your support:

  • Purchase a Sunnyside Foundation t-shirt for yourself and/or for a Sunnyside resident or tenant 
  • Make a donation to the Sunnyside Foundation
  • Get involved in our upcoming fundraising events

Your generosity has a big impact on the lives of the residents and community served by Sunnyside, thank you so much for your support!

About the Sunnyside Foundation
The Sunnyside Foundation's mission is to secure financial support to help enhance the well-being and quality of life for the residents and community served by Sunnyside Seniors' Services.

Your generous donations support:

  • Residents of Sunnyside Home long term care
  • Tenants of Sunnyside Supportive Housing
  • Older adults in the region who use the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
  • Participants in Community Alzheimer Programs and the Young Onset Dementia Association (YODA)

Since 1998, we have raised over $2.5 million in support of projects and programs for older adults.

Board of Directors

The Sunnyside Foundation is made up of a working board of volunteer directors approved by Regional Council:

Mark Radulescu, Chair
Solicitor, Giesbrecht, Griffin, Funk & Irvine LLP


Jessica Bevenborn, Vice Chair

Broker, KW Insurance Brokers

 
Spencer Yule, Secretary

Partner/Account Executive, Lackner McLennan and Erb and Erb Insurance

 

Brandon Florizone, Treasurer

Intermediate Actuarial Analyst, Economical Mutual Insurance  

 
Carol H. Schmidt

 
Merlin McRae

Law Clerk, Madorin Snyder LLP

 
Ian Inglis

Broker of Record, Remax Solid Gold

 
Lori Strauss

Professor, PSW Coordinator, Conestoga College

Adam Hunsberger

Associate, Madorin Snyder LLP

Foundation contributions
Through your generosity, we are able to fund programs, services and equipment beyond the funding from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and the Region of Waterloo. Over the years, donations helped to provide:
  • Adults in the community with a comfortable and barrier-free place to exercise at the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
  • Much-needed equipment that allows residents to move with ease and comfort
  • Recreation and music therapy programs and supplies
  • Accessible courtyards and walkways
  • Research and education that enhances quality care
  • Occupational therapy and physiotherapy equipment
  • Funding to support chaplaincy and palliative care programs

Through donations, Sunnyside Foundation has also made these major contributions:

  • 2018: Supported the enhancement of the day program and overnight stay areas in the Kitchener Community Alzheimer Program
  • 2017: Provided funding to train Seniors' Services staff in dementia care best practices
  • 2015: Funded supplies and evaluation of the Young Onset Dementia Association (YODA)
  • 2015: Funded specialized equipment including blanket and towel warmers and adjustable dining tables
  • 2012: Funded Hush no Rush training program to improve the dining experience for long-term care residents with dementia
  • 2011: Provided subsidies for older adults on a fixed income to receive fitness memberships and services at the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
  • 2010: Built, equipped and furnished the Sunnyside Wellness Centre
  • 2008: Purchased ceiling lifts for resident rooms
  • 2007: Built accessible outdoor walkways and spaces
  • 2006: Furnished rooms for convalescent care and respite care
Fundraising events

The Sunnyside Foundation hosts several fundraising events throughout the year. Proceeds from these events support programs and services that help older adults live their best life.

Walk and Roll

 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Walk and Roll event was reimagined as Virtual Walk and Roll.

 

 

We are excited to announce that Virtual Walk and Roll 2020 raised over $30 000.00 for the Sunnyside Foundation
thanks to the support of the entire Sunnyside community.

 

Thank you to this year’s corporate sponsors:

 

Thank you to our 2020 Corporate Sponsors:

Frank Cowan Company   https://www.frankcowan.com/

Achieva Health   https://achievahealth.ca/

SYSCO Foodservice Inc. https://sysco.ca/

ProResp   https://www.proresp.com/

Fairytale Dreams & Destinations  https://www.fairytaledestinations.com/

Medical Mart  https://medimart.com/

Saucony   https://www.saucony.com/CA/en_CA/home

Imprint Anything  https://www.imprintanything.ca/

KW Insurance Brokers   http://www.kwbroker.ca/

RE/MAX Solid Gold Realty (ll) Ltd., Brokerage – The Inglis Team  https://www.theinglisteam.com 

Kitchener Waterloo Community Spirit Lions Club    https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/KW-Community-Spirit-Lions-Club-422248037876425/

Baden Coffee Company   http://badencoffee.ca/

Scotiabank    https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/personal.html

Brody Enterprises  https://brodyenterprises.com/

Complete Hearing     http://completehearing.ca/contact-us/

Lackner McLennan Insurance Ltd.   https://lmicanada.com/

Giesbrecht Griffin Funk & Irvine LLP   http://www.ggfilaw.com/

JIKS Industrial Kitchen Service Ltd.   https://www.jiks.ca/

Sorbara Law    https://www.sorbaralaw.com/

Homewood Health   https://homewoodhealth.com/corporate

Ren’s Pets   https://www.renspets.com/

Sunnyside Foundation Golf Tournament

The 2020 Sunnyside Foundation Golf Tournament has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stay safe, we look forward to seeing you in 2021!

 

Sunnyside Foundation Bazaar

The 2020 Sunnyside Foundation Bazaar has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


Stay safe, we look forward to seeing you in 2021!

 

 If you have questions about our fundraisers, please email us.

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Sunnyside Foundation
247 Franklin St. N.
Kitchener, ON. N2A 1Y5
Telephone: 519-893-8482
Fax: 519-893-4450
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