On March 6, Pillar CEO Maureen Cassidy shared insights on Pillar’s impact work at a networking event hosted by the London Chamber of Commerce. She emphasized the importance of advancing a shared vision and goals through collaboration, networking, and advocacy. Maureen highlighted Pillar’s role in supporting nonprofits across London by fostering collaboration amongst the nonprofit, business, and public sectors. She noted the need to strengthen nonprofits through networking, knowledge sharing,... Read More
February 28, 2025
On February 12, the London Black Heritage Council (formerly the London Black History Coordinating Committee) and Pillar Nonprofit Network co-hosted Building Capacity and Resilience in Black-led Organizations to raise awareness about the critical work of Black-led and Black-serving organizations and strengthen their capacity and ability to serve the community sustainably. Over 80 community members came together to hear from leading voices in philanthropy, governance, and community development on how to... Read More
February 13, 2025
As economic storms gather on the horizon, Canada’s nonprofit sector may be facing one of its greatest challenges yet. While businesses brace for the financial fallout of new U.S. tariffs, nonprofits—already stretched thin—are staring down a crisis of skyrocketing demand and shrinking resources. If history has taught us anything, it’s that economic downturns don’t just hurt bottom lines; they unravel the social safety nets that millions rely on. With Canada... Read More
January 8, 2025
London, ON, January 8, 2025 - Pillar Nonprofit Network is proud to launch the Community Membership Program, designed to provide small, volunteer-led nonprofit organizations with the essential resources they need to enhance their community impact. The Community Membership Program, brought to you by Canada Life, is made possible by Canada Life’s generous $25,000 contribution. This program aims to foster equity, build capacity, and amplify the work of nonprofit organizations. “For... Read More
December 19, 2024
This week we bid farewell to Paul Seale, Pillar’s Manager of Public Policy and Advocacy, who is moving on after five years of fierce advocacy, thoughtful community building, and an unwavering commitment to systems change. Paul’s journey with Pillar began as the lead of the Membership portfolio, a role perfectly aligned with his natural gift for building relationships, and brought him to lead Pillar’s Policy file, where he could pursue... Read More
December 17, 2024
LONDON, ON - December 16, 2024 - Pillar CEO Maureen Cassidy called on the Ontario government today to implement six recommendations in its 2025 budget aimed at stabilizing nonprofits in London and across Ontario. Appearing virtually before the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs' pre-budget consultations session in Stratford, Cassidy called for a nonprofit home in government, a co-created workforce development strategy, and improved and increased funding, among other... Read More
December 13, 2024
Pillar Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Shop with Purpose As we enter the season of giving, there’s no better time to celebrate the power of thoughtful, purposeful gifts. This year, we’re excited to bring you the Pillar Holiday Gift Guide 2024 , a curated collection of gifts from local social enterprises that are transforming lives and communities for the better. When you shop from this guide, you’re not just picking out... Read More
December 4, 2024
The Challenge We Face The holiday season is traditionally a time of generosity, where communities come together to support the nonprofit organizations and registered charities that make such a difference in our lives. However, this year, the ongoing Canada Post strike presents an unprecedented challenge for nonprofits across the country. For many organizations, direct mail is the backbone of their fundraising efforts, especially during the critical months of October to... Read More
November 26, 2024
Teens Get Involved London Ontario (TeensGILO) began after Founder Bayan Saidam nearly missed a scholarship deadline in her graduating year of high school, prompting her to wonder how many other opportunities young people were potentially missing out on because they didn’t know about them. TeensGILO, a platform launched on Instagram, aims to bridge the gap between young people and opportunities. Its mission is simple: ensure that no youth misses out... Read More
November 26, 2024
A year and a half ago, staff from the London InterCommunity Health Centre and the Regional HIV/AIDS Connection came together with a shared vision. They wanted to create a safe space for racialized staff working in nonprofit organizations to connect, network, and honor unique perspectives in an informal environment. The London InterCommunity Health Centre is dedicated to providing health and social services to those who experience barriers to care, ensuring... Read More
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