WRYM’s Season of Giving Returns on December 2nd - Every Dollar Matched!

As we enter the holiday season, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of WRYM’s 2025 Season of Giving Campaign, kicking off on Giving Tuesday, December 2nd!

This annual campaign is one of the most powerful times of the year for our community to come together and make a difference in the lives of young men who are working hard to rebuild their futures.  And this year, your generosity will go twice as far.

Thanks to the incredible support of Capital Power ($10,000) and Don and Maureen Gordon ($5,000), we’re starting this year’s campaign with a $15,000 Matching Fund Pool.  That means that every donation made by 11:59 p.m. on December 31st will be matched dollar-for-dollar, until the matching funds run out.
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Your gift will help us continue to provide safe shelter, life skills, and the guidance young men need to move from homelessness to independence.  Whether it’s $25 or $250, every contribution doubles in impact, and helps us keep changing lives, one young man at a time.

 Give hope. Double your impact. Change a life.

Join us this Giving Tuesday and make your gift count twice before the end of the year.
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Click the link below to donate!

Notice of Annual General Meeting - December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

The Windsor Residence for Young Men (WRYM) will be holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.  The meeting will take place in WRYM’s classroom, 981 Shepherd St. E., Windsor, ON.

Our AGM is an important opportunity to:
Share highlights and outcomes from the past year
Report on our finances and governance
Celebrate the impact of our programs on young men experiencing homelessness
Look ahead to 2026 and beyond

This meeting is open to the public by RSVP.  If you would like to attend, please let our Executive Director, Jason Weinberg, know in advance by emailing [email protected] by December 3rd, 2025 so we can plan seating accordingly.

We hope you’ll join us!

From Our Family to Yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

As Thanksgiving approaches, we're reminded of the power of gratitude, togetherness, and the simple comfort of sharing a meal with people who care.  At The Windsor Residence for Young Men, that spirit of family is felt in a very real way, around our own dining table, where young men who once faced homelessness now sit together, enjoy a warm meal, and know they belong.

This Thanksgiving, our residence will be filled  with the smells of a home-cooked dinner, the sounds of laughter, and the feeling of safety that many of our youth have gone too long without.  For some, it will be their first holiday spent in a place where they feel welcome. A place where they're learning not just life skills, but the meaning of community.

As we reflect on what we're thankful for this year, our thoughts turn to you, the supporters, volunteers, and friends who make this work possible.  Because of your kindness, there will be a table set, lights on, and a sense of hope in the air for every youth who calls WRYM home this Thanksgiving.

From all of us - staff, residents, and alumni - we wish you and your family a safe, happy, and heartfelt Thanksgiving.

FINAL REMINDER: Don't Miss the Last Call - A Prohibition Mystery!

The clock is ticking!  This is your final chance to join us for the Last Call: A Prohibition Mystery - our interactive murder mystery dinner happening at RockStar Music Hall.  Step back into the roaring 1920s for an unforgettable evening of live entertainment, laughter, and intrigue, all in the support of The Windsor Residence for Young Men.  Enjoy a delicious dinner, cash bar, and a chance to solve a mystery that will keep you guessing all night!

When:  Friday, October 17, 2025
Where:  RockStar Music Hall

Every tickets helps provide safe shelter, life skills, and hope for youth experiencing homelessness right here in Windsor-Essex.  A huge thank-you to Great Beginnings Childcare Center, our Presenting Sponsor, for stepping up to make this event possible.  Their generosity helps ensure more young men have the chance to find stability and a brighter future.

Spots are filling fast, don't miss out on this thrilling night for a great cause!

Get your tickets below.

WRYM Wins Top Prize from Inspiration 100!

In case you missed it, The Windsor Residence for Young Men was honoured with the top prize at this year's Inspiration 100 awards!

Every year, the Inspiration 100 Community Fund recognizes local organizations making a lasting difference in Windsor-Essex.  We're proud to share that WRYM received the first-place award of $25,000, a powerful investment in our mission to help youth experiencing homelessness build confidence, independence, and brighter futures.

This recognition means so much to our team, our residents, and everyone who believes in what we do.  It's a celebration not just of our work, but of the entire community that stands with us, people like you who continue to show that Windsor-Essex is stronger when we lift each other up.

You can read the full story on CTV News Windsor below.

Thank you for helping us turn inspiration into action, and for continuing to be a part of WRYM's story of hope and change.

We’ve Got the Flooring - Can You Help Us Put it Down?

Good news: a local flooring partner has stepped up in a big way. They’re donating all of the commercial-grade vinyl plank and adhesive for our second floor (four bedrooms and the hallway) and reducing their labour rate. That puts safer, cleaner, more dignified rooms within reach, if we can cover the labour: $3,986 + HST.

Why this matters:
Health & cleanliness: Seamless, non-porous flooring is easier to sanitize and doesn’t trap dust or spills, which is important when rooms turn over and need quick, thorough cleaning.

Safety: Fewer chips and lifted edges mean fewer trip hazards.

Sleep & stability: The new floor is quieter underfoot, helping with better sleep and calmer nights, big for young people working on routines, school, and work.

Dignity: A room that looks cared for tells a youth they’re worth caring for. 
That message matters.

If you’re able to help:

$5 - covers a square foot of installed flooring

$50 - one hour of skilled installation

$750 - helps sponsor a bedroom’s labour

Any amount moves us closer to scheduling the work.

Donate here or by clicking the button below!

Thank you for helping us turn bedrooms into real homes for the youth we serve. Your support makes everyday life safer, steadier, and more hopeful.​

Rum Running…For Your Life: A Prohibition Mystery Dinner

Step back into the Roaring Twenties and prepare yourself for an evening of mystery, intrigue, and unforgettable fun, all in support of The Windsor Residence for Young Men (WRYM)!

On Friday, October 17, 2025, WRYM invites you to Rum Running…For Your Life: A Prohibition Mystery Dinner. This charitable evening will transport guests to the prohibition era, where speakeasies thrived, secrets were whispered, and danger lurked behind every corner.

 Venue: Rockstar Music Hall & Platinum Room Banquet Hall Events Center
 Date: October 17, 2025
 Doors Open: 6:00 p.m. | Event Begins: 6:30 p.m.
 Tickets: $65 per person

Your ticket includes an immersive murder mystery experience, a prohibition-themed dinner, and an evening filled with laughter and suspense. Guests are encouraged to dress in 1920s attire to truly bring the experience to life!

Most importantly, every ticket purchased helps WRYM provide safe transitional housing, life-skills programming, and support services for youth in Windsor-Essex. By attending, you’re not just enjoying a night out, you’re helping young men in our community find stability, independence, and hope for the future.

 Reserve your seat now before tickets sell out!
 Get your tickets here.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of Windsor’s most exciting night of mystery and giving back!

Amid a Giving Slowdown, You Make the Difference

A recent CBC Windsor article has shone a light on a troubling trend:  charitable donations across our community are on the decline.  Rising living costs, economic uncertainty, and competing demands on household budgets have left many Windsor-Essex nonprofits struggling to sustain their programs.

This is certainly cause for concern.  For small but mighty organizations like the Windsor Residence for Young Men, every dollar counts, and a prolonged dip in giving could directly impact the essential services we provide to homeless and at-risk youth.

Yet, amid these challenges, there is also much to be grateful for.   Our core group of donors has remained steadfast, showing remarkable commitment even as others in our sector face sharper declines.  Your ongoing support ensures that young men in crisis continue to find safe shelter, develop life skills, and move toward independent, stable futures.

Your generosity is the reason WRYM can keep turning lives around.  In a climate where giving is harder for many, your dedication stands out - and it is making all the difference.

If you are in a position to do so, we invite you to continue or increase your support, whether through a one-time gift, a monthly commitment, or by helping spread the word about our mission.  Together, we can weather this challenging moment and ensure that hope, opportunity, and dignity remain within reach for the youth we serve.

Thank you for standing with us when it matters most.

Check out the article below!

Join Us for WRYM's 6th Annual Charity Golf Tournament!

We're teeing off in support of youth overcoming homelessness, and you're invited!

Sunday, September 7, 2025
Rochester Place Golf Club, Belle River
1:30 p.m. Shotgun Start

Golfer:  $185 - includes 18 holes of hole with cart, lunch at the turn, gift bag, dinner, and entry into golf contests.
Dinner Guest:  $70 - includes full meal and evening program.
Super Ticket:  $20 - 3 Mulligans + 3 Putting Contest entries.

Contests include:  Putting, Closest to the Pin, and Longest Drive!
Sponsorships also available, which can be great exposure for your business and a chance to give back.

To register or sponsor, contact Sue at [email protected] or visit www.wrym.ca.

​Help us change lives - one swing at a time!

Exciting News:  WRYM Secures $552K Grant - Check Out the Video

We're thrilled to share some fantastic news featured on CTV Windsor:

WRYM has been awarded a $552,000 Grow Grant by the Ontario Trillium Foundation!  This generous investment will significantly expand our capacity to support young men facing homelessness here in Windsor-Essex.

The coverage highlights how this grant boosts our programs:  from life-skills training and housing navigation to mental health supports.

You'll also see and hear directly from our team and grant partners, bringing to life the impactful work happening behind the scenes.

Check out the full story and video by clicking the button below (includes quotes from our Executive Director and foundation representatives).

Invest in Citizenship Results - We Did It!!!

Citizenship is about more than status, it's about responsibility, community, and care.  That's the spirit behind our Invest in Citizenship campaign, and thanks to you, we've met our $10,000 matching goal!

In the lead-up to Canada Day, your generosity helped us raise over $21,000, a powerful expression of what citizenship truly means.  It's not just about who we are on paper.  It's about how we show up for others, especially those who are most vulnerable.

At the Windsor Residence for Young Men, citizenship is something we try to model and build every day, with youth who have been disconnected from community, family, and basic opportunity.  Your investment helps provide them not only with shelter, but with stability, skills, mentorship, and the belief that they, too, belong.

Special thanks to the generous matching donors who launched this campaign with $10,000 in matching funds, your leadership inspired our community to rise to the challenge.

Together, you've helped us send a powerful message:

Everyone deserves a chance to become a contributing citizen.

Everyone deserves a second chance to belong.

Thank you for investing in that belief, and for being the kind of citizens who help make it real.