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Fundraise for YES

Are you interested in supporting youth and families in Nogojiwanong/Peterborough? We need your help! Community generosity helps keep essential programs—like our RISE Youth Housing Program—running every day. Your support is vital, and we’re so grateful you’re considering getting involved.

Hosting a fundraiser for YES is simple and impactful.
Whether you’re collecting money or donations in lieu of birthday gifts, organizing a community event, or donating proceeds from ticket sales, your efforts make a real difference. Planning to promote your fundraiser on social media? Tag us @yesshelterptbo, and we’ll share it to help spread the word!

Need our logo?
We’re happy to provide a high-resolution version. Just email info@yesshelter.ca with your request.

Want to collect online donations?
Click here to set up your personalized fundraising page. It’s easy to use, all donors receive instant tax receipts, and the funds go directly to YES when you select us as your beneficiary.

Please note:
All fundraisers must align with YES’s mission and values.

  • Mission: YES works to reduce and prevent homelessness by providing shelter, education, and transitional supports for youth and families in Peterborough and the Kawarthas.
  • Values: Advocacy, pride, dignity, compassion, and equity.

We’re unable to accept funds from events or organizations that conflict with these principles.

For questions or more information, please contact:
Sara Mountenay, Fundraising & Communications Lead
📧 smountenay@yesshelter.ca

Programs Your Fundraiser Helps

  • Emergency Shelter: YES offers 24/7 emergency shelter for youth (16–24) and families with children. We provide a safe place to stay, help finding housing, and support from staff every step of the way.
  • RISE Youth Housing: RISE is a safe, stable place for youth who need more than emergency shelter. Here, they build life skills, get one-on-one support, and take steps toward independence. Youth leave RISE ready for school, work, or long-term housing—helping break the cycle of homelessness.
  • Outreach: Our Outreach team help youth work toward their goals by offering support, guidance, and connections to community resources. This includes help with housing, school, jobs, health, and family relationships.
  • Food Cupboard: YES provides people staying in shelter with three meals a day, our food cupboard also offers short term support youth and families currently connected to YES through monthly food boxes.
  • Learning and Life Skills: YES helps youth build practical skills for everyday life—like cooking, budgeting, job readiness, and goal setting—while supporting their education and personal growth. These skills lay the foundation for long-term independence and success.