WINGHAM — Libro Credit Union has provided $20,000 to the United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Northern Huron Connection Centre (NHCC) project in Wingham.
The funding was provided by Libro through its Annual Community Grant program.
“We appreciate Libro’s support,” said Ryan Erb, UWPH executive director.
“This donation is another important step toward making the NHCC a reality. The issue of homelessness has been top of mind across Perth-Huron. Based on the positive impact we’ve seen connection centres make in the communities they’re already part of, we’re looking forward bringing this important resource to northern Huron in support of residents experiencing homelessness.”
“On behalf of the Northern Huron Community Committee I would also like to thank Libro for their support,” added Lisa Harper, UWPH Manager Community Development, Northern Huron. “This project is an important one for northern Huron and we appreciate Libro recognizing how beneficial it will be for the community. We hope Libro’s grant inspires other local organizations to support our capital campaign and help us meet out $130,000 goal.”
Serving Howick, Morris-Turnberry and North Huron, the NHCC is intended as a welcoming, safe space for the community’s most vulnerable citizens to rest, access basic needs, healthcare services, identification assistance and more. Partnerships with agencies — including Choices for Change, the organization chosen by UWPH to operate the centre — mean those using the NHCC can access important services and supports under one roof. UWPH is hoping to open the centre in February of 2023.
“Every partnership we form has a direct impact on those around us,” said Marty Rops, Huron Perth regional manager for Libro. “Housing is a cornerstone pillar at Libro, and we believe that success comes from partnerships like the one we have with United Way.”
