The Thalassemia Foundation was founded in 1982 by Angela Polsinelli, the parent of a patient, with the help of a few other parents and patients. It was created because there was a large number of thalassemia patients in the Toronto area, but there was no structured association available. Dr. Freedman asked Angela if she would start an organization, and she agreed. The Cooley's Anemia Foundation in New York City was instrumental in teaching Angela the ropes in regards to setting up an organization in Ontario.
The Ontario Municipal Social Services Association (OMSSA) is a non-profit
association whose members are Ontario's Consolidated Municipal Service
Managers (CMSMs) and District Social Services Administration Boards
(DSSABs).
FYFB been delivering a program of integrated services focused on reconnecting people with our community. We do this by working with partners who share our vision to: Feed the hungry - provide the basic nutritional requirements to individuals and families in need. Help people get on track - provide counselling, training and advocacy to help people find jobs, safe housing and appropriate social/community programs
We're a coworking space, community, and launchpad for people who are changing the world, with three locations in Toronto and a location in New York City. We provide our members with the tools they need to accelerate their success and amplify their impact. Together, we're building a movement of nonprofits, for-profits, entrepreneurs, artists, and activists working across sectors to create a better world.
It was the late 1950s. Before the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and before most national development organizations got their start, an enthusiastic group of people were meeting in a basement, talking about international development and trying to figure out what to do next.