House of Friendship

House of Friendship House of Friendship works to build a community where everyone can belong and thrive.

House of Friendship walks with 42,000 men, women and children every year who need food, housing, access to vital community resources and addiction treatment. We believe that we are Stronger Together - and we work for a community where everyone can belong and thrive.

Hunger Action Month is a reminder that many people in our communities are struggling to make ends meet. According to Foo...
09/07/2026

Hunger Action Month is a reminder that many people in our communities are struggling to make ends meet.

According to Food Banks Canada, a large share of people's income is being spent on housing and other fixed expenses, leaving little room for necessities like food.

As a community we can continue to support our neighbours and advocate for solutions that help everyone meet their basic needs.

To learn more about food resources offered in Waterloo Region, visit:

https://www.thefoodbank.ca/find-food/

or https://houseoffriendship.org/how-we-help/food/

Thank you to Waterloo MP Bardish Chagger and Kitchener-Conestoga MP Tim Louis for taking the time to tour Friendship Vil...
09/04/2026

Thank you to Waterloo MP Bardish Chagger and Kitchener-Conestoga MP Tim Louis for taking the time to tour Friendship Village this week, now under construction in downtown Kitchener.

When complete, this new, innovative supportive housing community will build on everything we’ve learned through our ShelterCare program — bringing housing together with onsite health care, mental health and addiction supports, and life skills programming, all in one place. It’s a model designed not just to house people, but to help them succeed.

We're incredibly grateful to all levels of government for coming together to help this important project that will build a strong pathway out of homelessness for people in our community. Thank you for the encouragement, support, and advocacy on our behalf.

Friendship Village is expected to open later this year. To learn more, visit www.houseoffriendship.org/FriendshipVillage

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported Set for Success this back to school season! Together, you raised $46,461 ...
09/04/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported Set for Success this back to school season!

Together, you raised $46,461 through Set for Success, helping local children start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed. Your generosity is helping students head back to class feeling confident, included, and ready for the year ahead.

Thank you for showing up for local families and making a difference when it matters most.

09/02/2026

🌱 One of our favourite parts of our Summer Neighbourhoods Gardening Program is seeing kids return week after week to check on something they've planted and cared for themselves.

This summer, our young gardeners planted seeds, got their hands dirty, harvested fresh produce, and discovered the joy of caring for something they could truly call their own. Every week brought new growth, new lessons, and new reasons to be proud.

As summer comes to an end and our gardeners get ready to head back to school, we're feeling grateful. Thank you to our staff, volunteers, community partners, and supporters who helped make this season possible. Your support creates experiences that these kids will carry with them long after summer ends. 💚🌱

Friendship Village is an innovative, new way to offer supportive housing to our community. This is a place where people ...
09/01/2026

Friendship Village is an innovative, new way to offer supportive housing to our community. This is a place where people can access the resources and relationships they need to thrive.

Because everyone deserves a place to truly belong.

🏠 Join us at Friendship Dinner: Welcome Home to learn how Friendship Village is helping create lasting change in Waterloo Region.

Learn more: https://trellis.org/friendship-dinner-2026

House of Friendship was honoured to join community partners, advocates, and residents to recognize International Overdos...
08/31/2026

House of Friendship was honoured to join community partners, advocates, and residents to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day, raise awareness, remember lives lost, and support those affected by drug poisoning.

Events like this remind us of the importance of compassionate, person-centred care, reducing stigma, and ensuring that people have access to the supports they need.

Together, we can create a community where people feel supported, connected, and empowered to seek help when they need it.

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we recognize those who have experienced overdose and honour the families, frien...
08/31/2026

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we recognize those who have experienced overdose and honour the families, friends and communities affected by it.

We continue to show compassion to those dealing with the heaviness of overdose, and supporting individuals on their journey toward harm reduction and recovery.

If you or someone you know if struggling with substance use challenges, visit our website for resources: https://ow.ly/L1vQ50ZBYxi

School is just around the corner, and moms and dads are starting to shop for school supplies. No child should have to go...
08/28/2026

School is just around the corner, and moms and dads are starting to shop for school supplies.

No child should have to go to school without a backpack, water bottle, or new shoes.

Your donation can help kids start school with joy and confidence, and help provide support to parents purchasing essential school items.

DONATE TODAY: https://houseoffriendship.org/set-for-success-2026/?DTS=SM4FB

"We donate at Christmas in honour of our sons' teachers. It shares the message to our children about the importance of g...
08/27/2026

"We donate at Christmas in honour of our sons' teachers. It shares the message to our children about the importance of giving and helping those in need in our community."

Bethany has volunteered with House of Friendship for many years, beginning in college and later inspiring her family to get involved as well. Her parents and niece have all volunteered in our Food programs, making service a shared family commitment.

Bethany's long-standing connection to House of Friendship inspired her to continue her family's legacy of generosity. By including a gift in her and her husband's will, they have chosen to support House of Friendship's work for years to come, and providing continued support for the community.

Click this link to learn more about Bethany's story: https://ow.ly/Fyee50ZCsqG

What better way to spend a hot sunny afternoon than playing a fun game of drip, drip, drop!Kids at Sunnydale cooled off ...
08/26/2026

What better way to spend a hot sunny afternoon than playing a fun game of drip, drip, drop!

Kids at Sunnydale cooled off last week with wet sponges, and a skillful game of water balloon toss.

Our summer programs are a great way for kids to get involved, engage in fun activities and enjoy time outdoors with their friends!

Address

Main Office: 3A-236 Victoria Street N
Kitchener, ON
N2H5C8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15197428327

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