When Deborah and I have died, we won’t be leaving a big estate. We don’t have much. We have decided, however, that what is left will go to our favourite charities. Pillar is one of them. Some people are motivated to leave some, or all, of their estate to charities in order to reduce their taxes after death. That’s not a bad thing and it can make a big difference... Read More
April 29, 2025
1. The Business Achievement Awards are coming up on May 13, 2025! What makes the Business Achievement Awards special? The Business Achievement Awards stands out as a premier event celebrating business excellence in the region. This gala is the largest of its kind in Canada, attracting over 1,200 attendees. This event has grown over the years to include specific awards for the agricultural, manufacturing, environmental and nonprofit sectors, highlighting the... Read More
March 31, 2025
The Grand Theatre recently announced their 2025-2026 season. The Grand Theatre has been a proud Pillar member since 2005, and just last year, came on board as one of Pillar Nonprofit Network’s membership benefit partners. Several times a year, the Grand Theatre offers an exclusive community member discount for select shows to Pillar members. Read on about the Grand’s upcoming season, and how the Grand supports the London community beyond... 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
Published on 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... Read More
January 10, 2023
As we look back on 2022, the Pillar Nonprofit Network team sends deep gratitude to each of you for your support of, and partnership with, our organization over the past year. In another year of unprecedented trials and challenges, we're grateful for all the ways you have showed up for us, for community, and for each other. We will continue to amplify and support you in the network. As we... Read More
May 10, 2019
Organization Name: Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario (RMHC-SWO) is a "home-away-from-home" keeping families close to their seriously ill children's medical care. We are a part of a global network that prioritizes family centered care through our three core programs. The 34 bedroom House 165 steps from London Children's Hospital, Ronald McDonald Family Room London on the sixth floor of Children's Hospital, and Canada's... Read More
May 1, 2019
Organization Name: Business & Professional Women London, Ontario Business & Professional Women London, Ontario (BPW London) develops the professional, business and leadership potential of women at all levels through advocacy, mentoring, networking, skill building and economic empowerment programs and projects around the world. What are three things that you want people to know about how you or your organization creates change in our community? BPW London is a local club... Read More
May 1, 2019
Organization Name : Soroptimist International London Soroptimist International London is a local volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls in our London community. As Soroptimist members we are members of our local club, as well as members of a global organization known as Soroptimist International of the Americas. Soroptimist members in local clubs throughout the world work on programs within their communities while also providing support... Read More
May 1, 2019
Organization Name: 427 (London) Wing Royal Canadian Air Force Association 427 Wing is located in a 1940 WWII Airmen’s Canteen, on the grounds of London International Airport. The vintage building evokes the history of the aircrew that trained at No. 3 Elementary Flying Training School and No. 4 Observer School of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. RCAF Station Crumlin remained open after WWII, becoming part of the post-war RCAF,... Read More
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