History

The Children’s Aid Foundation of Halton (CAFH) was founded in 1990 as a non-profit, charitable organization to raise funds for the children being cared for by the Halton Children's Aid Society (HCAS).  Funds raised allow the HCAS to provide children with additional services that enhance the lives of abused and neglected children living in Halton.

The HCAS receives basic funding from the provincial and regional governments to provide food and shelter to the children in its care.  In Halton, approximately 1,200 protection cases result in an average of 240 children being in care at any one time.

Mission Statement:

“The Children’s Aid Foundation of Halton,

through fundraising and community partnerships,

enriches the lives of children in need today,

enabling them to reach for tomorrow”.

Our Vision:

"That all children in Halton receive the opportunity for success, recognize their strengths and experience hope for the future."

Key Messages:

The facts:

• The CAFH supports vital programs that directly enrich and enhance the lives of children who have experienced abuse & neglect.
• The CAFH supports the HCAS in its delivery of programs to all those in need within the Region of Halton.
• The HCAS receives government funding to meet the basic needs of children in care.
• Programs funded by CAFH receive insufficient or no government funding.

Why we exist:

• To enrich the lives of abused and neglected children and youth living in Halton
• Because we believe education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and abuse; thereby increasing a child’s self esteem, confidence, and ability to succeed.
• To provide for the children of our community what all children deserve;education, recreation and quality care
• To provide “our” children with the tools, skills and incentive to realize their dreams and become positive and productive members of this community.

Our Plea:

The Children’s Aid Foundation of Halton funds life changing programs for children who are receiving services from the Halton Children’s Aid Society. These children have experienced abuse, neglect or family trauma and are dealing with emotional challenges that no child should have to face.

The Foundation believes that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and abuse.

By providing opportunities for children to attend a variety of nurturing and motivating programs, leading to bursaries for post secondary education, the Foundation is offering the tools for children in need to overcome their challenges, realize their dreams and become successful members of this community.

Your support not only ensures the continuation of these programs, it brings hope to children and youth for a bright and happy future.

What you can do:

• Help children and families to overcome the tremendous struggles they face by ensuring our programs stay in place.
• Make a financial donation.
• Offer gifts in kind.
• Volunteer your time and skills to become a Board member or to assist with fundraising events.
• Sponsor or attend our special events.
• Tell others about the work we do.