Title:
Support Through the Generations: Black Seniors Recreation & Connection
Agreement Number:
20912614
Agreement Value:
$25,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 31, 2026 - Mar 30, 2027
Description:
The objectives of the Program are: .• promoting volunteerism among seniors; .• engaging seniors in the community through.mentoring of others; .• expanding awareness of elder abuse, including.financial abuse; .• supporting social participation and inclusion of.seniors; and .• providing capital assistance for new and existing.community projects and/or programs for seniors. .
Organization:
Employment and Social Development Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcome(s) of NHSP are: .• Recipient organizations recognize and address.barriers to social inclusion faced by seniors;.• Recipient organizations develop approaches to.engage and retain volunteers;.• Participating seniors share their knowledge and.experience including with peers and different.generations;.• Recipient organizations have capacity to support.seniors’ initiatives in their communities..
Location:
Kitchener, Ontario, CA N2M 1P3
Reference Number:
014-2025-2026-Q4-01875
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
810227199
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Operating Name:
AFRO - AFRICAN FAMILY REVIVAL ORGANIZATION
Recipient's Legal Name:
AFRO African Family Revival Organization
Federal Riding Name:
Kitchener Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35048
Program:
New Horizons for Seniors Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is to ensure that seniors can benefit from, and contribute to, the quality of life in their communities. This can be facilitated by projects that support active living, mentoring, volunteering and increase awareness of all forms of elder abuse. This recognizes that their social participation is key to maintaining their well-being, dignity and quality of life.