The Hummingbird Centre for Hope

The Hummingbird Centre for Hope is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young widowed parents and their families in dealing with grief and rebuilding their lives.

Mission and Purpose

The organization's mission is to build a community of hope for those who are widowed with children. This is achieved by providing ongoing assistance to help widowed parents gain the skills and confidence needed to support their family's well-being and future. The Centre recognizes that the way a surviving parent copes with grief significantly impacts their children's adjustment to parental loss, as highlighted in research by Worden (1996)[2].

Programs and Services

The Hummingbird Centre offers a variety of programs and resources, including group programs aimed at providing peer and professional support. These initiatives help to foster an inclusive environment for grieving families, aligning with cultural values and practices. Additionally, the Centre provides educational resources and outreach programs to bereaved youth, offering bursaries to support continued education and personal development[5].

Social Impact and Community Engagement

Located in the Waterloo Region, which is on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabe, and Haudenosaunee peoples, the Centre acknowledges the historical presence and contributions of Indigenous peoples. This acknowledgment is reflected in their commitment to reconciliation and fostering a culturally respectful environment for healing and learning[1].

Legal Status and Funding

The Hummingbird Centre for Hope is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a charity, with the registration number 842144883RR0001. This status allows individuals to donate securely with tax benefits, supporting the Centre's mission to help grieving families across Canada[2].