George Jeffrey Children's Foundation

Overview

The George Jeffrey Children's Foundation is a registered charity in Canada, with a business registration number of 854696770RR0001. It was officially incorporated in 2004 and operates as a not-for-profit organization aimed at supporting the activities of the George Jeffrey Children's Centre.

Mission and Objectives

The primary mission of the Foundation is to raise necessary funds to ensure that the George Jeffrey Children's Centre can effectively fulfill its goal of enriching the lives of children and youth with physical, developmental, and social needs. The Foundation's efforts focus on enhancing the quality of life for children throughout Northwestern Ontario by providing support for comprehensive programs and services.

Activities and Services

The George Jeffrey Children's Centre, supported by the Foundation, offers a wide range of programs and services to assist babies, children, and adolescents aged birth to 19 years, or up to 21 years if attending high school. These services cater to the communication, developmental, and physical needs of children. The Centre also involves itself in community initiatives and partnerships to facilitate better outcomes for its beneficiaries.

Funding

The George Jeffrey Children's Centre is primarily funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Additionally, both the Centre and its associated childcare facility, Little George’s Child Care Centre, rely on donations and external funding sources to enhance their programs and acquire capital equipment.

Governance and Financial Management

The George Jeffrey Children's Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. This board oversees the management of charitable gifts to ensure that all donations are utilized effectively in supporting the Centre's mission. The Foundation complies with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements and is recognized as a registered charity, allowing donors to receive tax benefits for their contributions.