A Little Bit About Us
Who are we?
The Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre Inc. was established in January 2002 and is a provincially incorporated not-for-profit organization and registered charity through the Canada Revenue Agency. We have an active Board of Directors, and our day-to-day operations are managed entirely by volunteers.
Our Beginnings
The Soup Kitchen, located on the lower level of George Street United Church, opened at the Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre with financial support from Kathleen Pratt Legrow. Since its inception in January 2002, the Centre has served over 120,000 meals.
Addressing the Need
Thanks to the patronage of our corporate sponsors, fundraising efforts, volunteers, and government program support, the Jimmy Pratt Centre offers three main programs:
- The Cenovus Breakfast Program provides a “hot breakfast” every Monday morning from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
- Our Seniors’ Inclusion Program every Wednesday which offers seniors a fitness program, a meal, and some social time at 11 AM
- Our signature Friday Soup Kitchen provides a hot lunch every Friday and runs from 10:30 AM to 12 PM.
Other Programs
As part of our regular support, we continue to offer a Computer Access Program based on information gathered in a comprehensive needs analysis. Many patrons suggested that this service would be a valuable addition by providing Internet access for job searching and email communication.
OUR VALUES
The Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre is an incorporated body and registered charity dedicated to the support of individuals needing assistance to manage the challenges of everyday life. We are committed to offering a welcoming environment based on realistic values. You can read more about our vision and mission here.
OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
One of the major keys to the successful operations and programming at the Jimmy Pratt Centre continues to be our sponsors. Volunteers that originate from these sponsors work at the Centre on a weekly basis and form the nucleus of our overall volunteer program operations and management.
That is not to say that that we are not in need of financial support, far from it, our sponsors provide both. They offer volunteers and considerable funds to ensure that the Centre can meet the various goals and objectives that continue to provide the formula for success.
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This is not just a dinner; it's a community gathering. Meet your friends or make new ones while enjoying a delicious Flipper Dinner. By participating in the Flipper Dinner, you're not just enjoying a meal; you're making a difference. All proceeds will go to the Friday Soup - 3/4
including dessert and tea or Coffee. The cost is $30.00 each. Tickets must be picked up and paid for in advance. Don't miss the chance to order your tickets for the Flipper Dinner. Please Call 709-726-8781 or 709-685-0066. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. 2/4
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Your generosity enables the Centre to deliver much needed services to the community facing hurdles and barriers to everyday life. Please consider making an online donation or contact our office to learn more about options in support of the many services offered at the Centre.