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On the 12th of October, 2012, the Windsor Residence for Young Men finally opened its doors after 13 years assessing the need, devising the program, raising the funds and lobbying the public as well as municipal government. Many prejudices had to be overcome. Today our program still meets projections made with, remarkably, a consistent annual success rate of 90% and is being adopted in other communities. So … WE’RE HAVING A PARTY NEXT WEDNESDAY !!! The Caboto Club has resumed its charity pasta dinners, dine in or take out and is charging $20 per meal with children under 5 free. We have secured next Wednesday, 5OCT22, from 4-7pm, for WRYM’s 10th Birthday Party with Jim Crichton as MC. I hope to see you there.  As before we will have baked goods for sale as well as draws for our gift card tree and the like. Additionally this year we have an online silent auction for the two water colour paintings shown in the attachment. At present the results are as follows: BIDS to date (September 28th, 2022): “Ditch Lilies #1” - $50 “Ditch Lilies #2” - $50 The Pair (both) - $150 ANSWERS to questions, (most recent at the top): -There is significance to the names. These are my favourite flowers. They are very hardy and beautiful, growing wild in the ditches of our county from which many have been transplanted, and now multiplied, to fill the gardens of my home. They remind me of “our guys” and their potential if properly cared for at WRYM. -Including the frames, both are the same size: approximately 9” x 11”. -In the photo attached, “Ditch Lilies #2” appears reddish. It is actually more yellow and orange. -Yes, I have learned to be a two fisted painter. While feeling has yet to return to my hands, I can now resume a favourite pastime. AS PREVIOUSLY STATED: Bids must increase in increments of $5. To acquire The Pair, your bid must exceed the combined final bids for the two individually. Online bidding will cease at 11:59pm Tuesday, 4OCT22, with the winner(s) notified on Wednesday morning 5OCT22 to attend our Birthday Dinner at 6pm with cash or cheque. We do not have credit or debit card capabilities. If you wish to place a bid or have a question, reply to me directly by email and I will share your bid amounts, but not your name, and answers to your questions, with all others also interested. AND A SPECIAL THANK YOU To Sue and Dave Freeman, their family, friends, sponsors, volunteers and participants for a very successful golf tournament enjoyed by all while significantly benefiting our guys. Stay safe and please share this with your friends. Greg
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On the 12th of October, 2012, the Windsor Residence for Young Men finally opened its doors after 13 years assessing the need, devising the program, raising the funds and lobbying the public as well as municipal government. Many prejudices had to be overcome. Today our program still meets projections made with, remarkably, a consistent annual success rate of 90% and is being adopted in other communities. So … SURPRISE, WE’RE HAVING A PARTY !!! The Caboto Club has resumed its charity pasta dinners, dine in or take out, just like before COVID, and is charging $20 per meal with children 5 and under free; and we have secured Wednesday, 5OCT22, from 4-7pm, for WRYM’s 10th Birthday Party with Jim Crichton as MC. I hope to see you there. As before we will have baked goods for sale as well as draws for our gift card tree and the like. Additionally this year we are having an online silent auction for the two water colour paintings shown below, which can begin now as follows: “Ditch Lilies #1” - $50 “Ditch Lilies #2” - $50 The Pair (both) - $150 ** Please Note: This is the price at the time of posting this Netletter, September 15th, 2022. Please follow directions below to inquire re: most recent bidding price **  A Reserved Bid is the point at which bidding begins and means the donor will buy these paintings back from WRYM at the price stated. Bids must increase in increments of $5. To acquire The Pair, your bid must exceed the combined final bids for the two individually. Online bidding will cease at 11:59pm Tuesday, 4OCT22, with the winner(s) notified on Wednesday morning 5OCT22 to attend our Birthday Dinner at 6pm with cash or cheque. We do not have credit or debit card capabilities. If you wish to place a bid online or have a question, reply to me directly by email to me (greggoulin@cogeco.net) and I will share your bid amounts, and answers to your questions with all others also interested. Greg Gregory D. Goulin, LSM, JD (ret.) The Windsor Residence for Young Men 1505 Langlois Ave., Windsor, ON, N8X 4M3 an incorporated registered charity # 879631810RR0001 greggoulin@cogeco.net 5 Years Later: A Past Resident Update In 2017, Darren came to WRYM to escape the family violence in the home that he and his sisters were experiencing from their maternal parent. From physical to emotional abuse, controlling behaviour, and financial exploitation, Darren came to WRYM with a history of complex trauma that was beyond his ability to overcome alone. After two admissions into residence and 167 total days in our Transitional Housing Program, Darren moved out into a semi-independent apartment with a job, community support, and a smile. Despite all he had been through, Darren remained one of the most charming and likeable young people you will ever meet. Very recently (almost exactly 5 years after his discharge), Darren reached out to us to thank WRYM for "changing his life," and supporting him on his journey. Furthermore, we are ecstatic to update you all that Darren is a college graduate, with a Business Administration Diploma, he is working full-time in his field, and he is living independently. After providing 10 years of Transitional Housing to over 380 admissions, we think that the update to Darren's story helps exemplify the long lasting impact that our "functional family" has on each youth. WRYM doesn't just help people "off of the street"... we help them to "build new lives." With your support, WRYM can continue to ensure that every youth like "Darren" gets the chance to overcome hardship and build a new life. Please consider sponsoring a resident or becoming a monthly donor today!  Exciting New Grant Partners! Thank you to The May Court Club of Windsor, who invested $2,500.00 to help reduce the rising costs of food acquisition of our Transitional Housing Program; and, the Canadian Scholarship Trust (CST) - Inspired Minds Project for investing $5,000 in our Youth Independence Program, where youth can acquire a high school credit for completing life skill lessons in our classroom. With partners like The May Court Club and CST, we continue our mission with renewed vigor and the confidence of a supportive community.  Jason Weinberg
Executive Director Windsor Residence for Young Men 1505 Langlois Avenue Windsor, ON N8X 4M3 P: 226-221-8464 F: 226-221-8624 executivedirector@wrym.ca |
