by Jennifer van Gennip | Dec 9, 2020 | Blog, Stories
When I started the non-profit After the Curb I never thought that one day I would be working as the Managing Director of Barrie’s first Furniture Bank. In fact, I didn’t even know what a “Furniture Bank” was. I had also never heard of Redwood Park Communities. I just...
by Jennifer van Gennip | Nov 4, 2020 | Blog
There are so many exciting things happening with the Furniture Bank these days that it warrants a whole blog post!But first, a thank you. Two big funding approvals this year have allowed for this growth to meet the need in our community: a 3-year Poverty...
by Jennifer van Gennip | Oct 21, 2020 | Blog
This is a guest post written by our new Volunteer Coordinator, Tanya Saari. We are thrilled to have Tanya come on board to help us get more organized and make the Redwood volunteering experience the best it can be! Hello! My name is Tanya Saari, and I’m the new...
by Jennifer van Gennip | Aug 18, 2020 | Blog
At Redwood, we have always valued innovation. And as we have mentioned, through this pandemic we have become even more laser-focused on creating safe, affordable, hopeful housing in supportive community. Our community needs more affordable housing units, and we...
by Jennifer van Gennip | May 6, 2020 | Blog
It’s hard to believe, but one year ago today, May 6 2019, was move in day for the first residents of Lucy’s Place. After months and months of renovation, our Housing First Community, a first for Simcoe County, was ready! A partnership with the David...
