Front LIne Outreach

It's all about relationships.

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Front Line Outreach is supported by the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund and the Oakville Community Foundation

Current Update

With Stage 3 opening, we have resumed some of the programs under new guidelines. Camp Dakota is operating in a limited way to serve the youth and children in our communities. The door to door food drops have been modified and changed to two central pick up locations close to the residents. As the fall season opens, we will resume programs as permitted by the local bylaws and Ministry of Health. Masks and Social Distancing are the new norms.

How can you help?

With our fundraiser cancelled this year, and we depend entirely on donations, our survival will depend on the generosity of others and God’s provision.

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Our Mission

To serve, and help others serve, the disadvantaged
with dignity, humility and compassion.

Values:
We value everyone and commit to serving them with dignity and equality. We determine our values according to the teachings of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, the author of Life and Love, who calls us to serve unconditionally, generously, and compassionately.

"It’s all about relationships"

The Practical Solution:
Many times the question is asked, ‘We’d like to help, but don’t know where, how, when or what to do’. Front Line Outreach can help you bridge these gaps by connecting you to a large network of resources and identifying opportunities that will help you serve the poor and develop long lasting sustainable relationships.

We have made it possible for groups to participate by adding a “where to” and “how to” with the Joining Hands website. Visit the website to read the details. joininghands.ca

The Vision and Hope:
Our vision is that every person who lives in poverty will be shown the love and mercy of God by the local church and all benefactors who provide housing, food, programs and opportunities that are gateways out of poverty. Our hope is that residents of every low income, subsidized housing community will be adopted by a caring and generous church, that results in breaking the cycle of poverty that affects the lives of so many children.

Think About:
Choices are determined in the heart & mind more than through circumstances. Choices are determined by opportunities. Opportunities are determined by relationships within community
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The Strategy:
We conduct several different community events all with a different focus but ultimately the same purpose — to serve others. As you read on and view the photo galleries, you will find out more about some the following areas of service:

  • Annual Signature Event in May

  • Food For Life

  • Father's House Cafe




    • CONTACT INFORMATION:
    Ron Shantz: info@frontlineoutreach.ca
    FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR DONATION OPTIONS
    Charitable Organization #827492901RR0001

    A Special Tribute to our Beloved Friends

    Andy Wilson
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    "A young child has a far better chance of succeeding if they have at least one
    safe significant adult in their life.”  Dr. Rick Tobias - CEO - Yonge Street Mission

    Camp Dakota


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    Click here to visit the Camp Dakota website for more information. Camp Dakota captivates kids from a very young age with stories, sports, games, crafts and music, all for the purpose of helping them understand they have great value as a person which is the foundation to having great self esteem.

    Kids learn many life lessons based on the stories and parables of Jesus and other significant world leaders who walked the talk. Values such as watching out for the underdog, not being judgmental, good decision making, media awareness and cyber bullying, mercy and forgiveness, and peacemaking.

    Day Camp runs for 6 weeks during July and August for children ages 5 to 12.

    Campers are children who reside in government funded low income housing communities, and can be fully sponsored and funded through donations and bursaries from Jumpstart. No child is turned away.

    Activities include sports such as basketball, field hockey, wide games such as capture the flag & prisoners base, track and field, soccer, Frisbee, hip hop dance as well as crafts and story time.

    Youth Leadership in Training runs for 7 weeks for youth ages 13 to 16. Youth are trained to become leaders through instruction, mentoring and hands experience. Many have been campers in the Camp Dakota Day Camp Program and are now prepared to become leaders.

    There is a strong emphasis on building healthy self esteem through good sportsmanship, social and environmental justice and issues relating to bullying and diversity in all of its forms.

    To sponsor a camper for $250 or Leader in Training for $350 CLICK HERE.

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    Staff & Leaders in Training serving many children.

    There is an ongoing monthly program where the camp activities continue for the campers who registered during the summer.

    We hope to raise $80,000 for the Camp Dakota this summer.

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    Camp Dakota Video Review

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    All ages can be involved in our community events.
    No previous experience is required - just a cheerful heart.

    Get Involved

    Camp Dakota
    If you want to make a positive impact on a child's life then this is a great opportunity to get involved.

    Community Outreach
    Poverty drives people into isolation. Providing BBQ's and dinners bring people out from behind closed doors. When they get to know each other, there is a better chance they will move from loneliness to engagement. This is just another way to build relationships in the community. Fresh food and canned goods are distributed weekly at a Drop-in located in the Sixth Line Pub.

    EVENTS

    Healing Wheelz
    Bike Clinic

    Winter Outerwear Distributions

    Christmas Toy Distribution

    Annual Signature Event in May.

    Father's House
    Read more about this in the next section.

    CONTACT INFORMATION:
    Ron Shantz: info@frontlineoutreach.ca
    FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR DONATION OPTIONS
    Charitable Organization #827492901RR0001


    Father’s House Cafe

    ‘The Father’s House Cafe’ is held every Monday evening from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. This is a time where friends gather for conversation, where music is played and of course something to eat. It is a purposeful time for those who seek pastoral and spiritual care.

    It is a coffee house format, where the atmosphere is warm and inviting, refreshments are served, personal stories and experiences are shared, encouragement is given, prayer is available and the unconditional love of God dispensed.

    Life Happens

    Life Happens provides advocacy and pastoral support and hope to our neighbours who are imprisoned by the affects of of poverty. This means they can get the help they need in a timely and dignified way.

    There are many resources that people in distress can gain access to but don’t because they are unaware or overwhelmed. This program helps them connect to the resources through advocacy and referral.

    More often than not, what is simply needed is access to a good listener, and we do that really well.

    To Read Life Stories - Click Here

    “Hi Joyce, This is my life in a nut shell. I have lived in social housing for 12 yrs. now....[read more]

    From Janice - “Could you let the folks who sponsored Kristen* and I throughout the years that we're okay this year. I'm working full time as a social worker now....[read more]

    From Ron

    You can make a difference in the lives people in our community. Read the stories of Lynn and Janice.

    Where we are present, along side of others, working together, we make a difference not only in the short term, but for the long term. Simple acts of generosity in a child’s life can be the tipping point for them to choose a healthy path or one that perpetuates the cycle of poverty.

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    Charitable Organization #827492901RR0001