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May 02, 2025

Volunteers at Beacon Build Stronger Communities

By Tricia Gueulette At Beacon Community Services we are very lucky to have around 550 incredible volunteers working across our organization in various capacities from helping in thrift…

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Apr 01, 2025

Intergenerational Housing and Implications for Beacon Community Services

By Tricia Gueulette Late in 2024 Beacon Community Services was fortunate to receive a SPARK grant from the Victoria Foundation to work on an intergenerational housing study to…

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Mar 28, 2025

Be a Beacon of Hope

We’re celebrating 50 years of Lighting the Way in our community. We have prepared a video series to highlight some of Beacon’s services and how we support our community. Watch…

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Mar 27, 2025

How Non-Profits Like Beacon are Using AI

By Tricia Gueulette I recently moved into a new home with my partner, Patrick.  Moving into our new home was exciting, and Patrick was enthusiastic about making…

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Feb 13, 2025

Illuminating 50 Years of Service and Building a Brighter Future

In a time where many are clouded by skepticism and self-interest, there exists a quiet force driving positive change in the Capital Region: non-profits. These unsung heroes of our communities…

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Feb 11, 2025

Reflections on Leading Through Uncertainty

Non-profits face rising costs, funding shortfalls, and increasing demand. To thrive, we must adapt—diversifying funding, leveraging technology, and advocating for change. Most importantly, we must support the people who power this sector. By prioritizing well-being and impact, we can navigate uncertainty and continue serving our communities.

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