Summary of 2024 Results The program was offered in 19 sites (21 programs) across Waterloo Region. In total, 420 children were enrolled in the 2024 program. 377 children completed the full program. The program supported … Continued
This National Volunteer Week, Strong Start is proud to celebrate our incredible volunteers. Inspired by this year’s theme, “Volunteers Make Waves,” we’re reflecting on how every act of generosity creates a ripple of change—beginning with … Continued
For IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 20, 2024, Waterloo, ON – Strong Start® Charitable Organization is proud to share that Chris Howlett, a dedicated volunteer developer and technical advisor, has been awarded the prestigious King Charles III … Continued
We are delighted and humbled to announce that Strong Start was named the 2024 Platinum winner of the Waterloo Region Record Readers’ Choice Awards in the Non-Profit / Foundations category. This is Strong Start’s 5th … Continued
Letters, Sounds and Words™ Program Summary Overall 95% of the children made considerable, excellent or outstanding gains. Enrollment 2,879 children were enrolled in the fall and spring rounds. The program is designed as a 10-week … Continued
Please read this media release from the Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) that highlights the grant Strong Start received for its Letters, Sounds and Words program. Strong Start is very grateful for the support of the WRCF … Continued
As part of the 2024 National Volunteer Week celebrations, Strong Start’s volunteer technology advisor and software developer, Chris Howlett, along with Strong Start, CEO, Machelle Denison, were graciously hosted and interviewed by Mike Farwell on … Continued
This year marks the 50th anniversary of National Volunteer Week and the 23rd anniversary of Strong Start. As we celebrate this year’s theme, Every Moment Matters, we reflect on the incredible gift of time our … Continued
Strong Start® Charitable Organization’s long-time technology advisor and software developer volunteer, Chris Howlett, was honoured with a 2023 Ontario Senior Achievement Award on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Recognized by the Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor … Continued
