10 Years Ago...
When we launched the Building Hope campaign 10 years ago, our community rallied together to bring hope to Orillia. Through your support, our new Lighthouse Community Services facility opened its doors in 2021, standing as a testament to what compassion and commitment can accomplish. From emergency shelter to supportive housing, from mental health resources to community meals, this building is more than just a shelter—it’s a symbol of transformation, a haven, and a fresh start for those who need it most. Together, we achieved our dream to build a safe and welcoming space for those experiencing homelessness.
...Now
Now, with our doors open and our services expanding due to an affordable housing crisis, we’re inviting you to join us in the next phase: Keeping Hope. Our ongoing work depends on community generosity and sustained financial support to provide wraparound services, foster stability, and nurture a sense of belonging. Every dollar fuels daily necessities, skilled staff, and essential programs that allow each individual who enters our doors to feel seen, heard, and valued. Keeping Hope is about ensuring that the resources, relationships, and refuge within our walls continue to thrive.
At The Lighthouse, we believe that “hope” is more than a campaign—it’s a lasting commitment. Your support keeps this hope alive. We’re asking you to stand with us again, so we can continue our mission of “A thriving community where everyone has hope, a home, and a future.”
By contributing to the Keeping Hope campaign, you help sustain life-changing services for people experiencing homelessness and hardship in our community. Together, let’s ensure that this hope we’ve built continues to shine brightly, providing a pathway to stability, healing, and opportunity for those who need it.