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Changing Lives, One Family at a Time

Hear from Alisha, a SHYP mom, about how this program transformed her life and gave her children a brighter future.

3 Years of Impact — And Growing

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20 residents supported since 2022, including 22 children

5 babies born through the program (2 more on the way)

66 program hours per week = 3,432 hours of support every year

3 families and 2 parenting couples have been provided independent living housing with program support

Expanded SHYP2 program to provide ongoing support for moms and young parents

Every milestone tells the story of a young parent finding stability, hope, and a future. The SHYP program is working — and demand is growing. With participants more than doubling, we now need to double our donor support to keep pace.

Real Families. Real Change.

We’ve seen toddlers go from not walking or talking to thriving, playful kids meeting their milestones.

Moms in SHYP have regained access to their children from FCS care faster than ever before thanks to our supportive community.

Real Families. Real Change.

We’ve seen toddlers go from not walking or talking to thriving, playful kids meeting their milestones.

Moms in SHYP have regained access to their children from FCS care faster than ever before thanks to our supportive community.

Real Families.
Real Change.

Parents are breaking cycles of trauma, building new skills, and supporting each other on the journey.

Why Your Gift Matters

SHYP is heavily subsidized so no parent is turned away because of cost. As more young moms and parents come through our doors, we need more monthly supporters to sustain the program. Your donation ensures every parent has access to safe housing, guidance, and a caring community.

To reach an additional $5,000 of support per month this how you can help

200
Donors

at $25/month

100
Donors

at $50/month

50
Donors

at $100/month

No matter how much or how little you can contribute, every dollar is appreciated and together, we keep SHYP thriving!

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Why Your Gift Matters

SHYP is heavily subsidized so no parent is turned away because of cost. As more young moms and parents come through our doors, we need more monthly supporters to sustain the program. Your donation ensures every parent has access to safe housing, guidance, and a caring community.

To reach an additional $5,000 of support per month this is how you can help:

200
Donors

at $25/month

100
Donors

at $50/month

50
Donors

at $100/month

No matter how much or how little you can contribute, every dollar is appreciated and together, we keep SHYP thriving!

Corporate Partner

If you have a business in Brantford, consider partnering with us to provide our community youth with the tools they need to thrive. Your regular, monthly donations to Why Not City Missions will help provide shelter, clothing, food, and counselling for youth in need. You'll also support job-training and educational opportunities to help them transition into adulthood successfully. 

Your business will receive tax receipts for all donations. Make a lasting impact in your community today!

Join the SHYP Support Circle

Choose your monthly giving level and help us continue changing lives. Every dollar goes directly to keeping SHYP accessible for the families who need it most.

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Because of SHYP, I went from being overwhelmed and alone to being the mom my kids deserve.

Alisha

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