At Strong Start, we see the impact of early literacy support every day. That difference was beautifully illustrated in a recent Haldimand Press article, which highlights the stories of a volunteer and a parent who … Continued
Literacy support takes a village — and in London, that village includes educators, parents, and a growing number of volunteers. A recent London Free Press article captures how our Letters, Sounds and Words™ program is … Continued
Strong Start® Charitable Organization is proud to announce a new partnership with the London District Catholic School Board (LDCSB) to deliver the Letters, Sounds and Words™ program to schools across the district. This collaboration will … Continued
By Helen Kelch, Strong Start Regional Program Co-ordinator, Ontario West I still remember the day I met Ron Bailey. It was my first week as Regional Program Co-ordinator for Ontario West at Strong Start® Charitable … Continued
This National Volunteer Week, Strong Start is proud to celebrate our incredible volunteers. Inspired by this year’s theme, “Volunteers Make Waves,” we’re reflecting on how every act of generosity creates a ripple of change—beginning with … Continued
For IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 20, 2024, Waterloo, ON – Strong Start® Charitable Organization is proud to share that Chris Howlett, a dedicated volunteer developer and technical advisor, has been awarded the prestigious King Charles III … Continued
We are delighted and humbled to announce that Strong Start was named the 2024 Platinum winner of the Waterloo Region Record Readers’ Choice Awards in the Non-Profit / Foundations category. This is Strong Start’s 5th … Continued
Letters, Sounds and Words™ Program Summary Overall 95% of the children made considerable, excellent or outstanding gains. Enrollment 2,879 children were enrolled in the fall and spring rounds. The program is designed as a 10-week … Continued
Please read this media release from the Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) that highlights the grant Strong Start received for its Letters, Sounds and Words program. Strong Start is very grateful for the support of the WRCF … Continued
