FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
May 11, 20261
We are incredibly honored to announce that Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS) has been selected as one of 27 organizations worldwide in the inaugural cohort of the FIFA Global Citizen...
Happy Earth Day
April 22, 20260
Today, we celebrate our planet and the connections that bring us together. Earth Day is a reminder that even small actions can make a big difference. From reducing waste to...
Standing Together
February 11, 20260
We are deeply saddened by the tragic events in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Our deepest sympathies go out to the victims, their families, and all those affected by this senseless loss....
Happy New Year!
January 1, 20260
As we step into a new year, we want to thank you for being part of our journey. Your kindness, support, and presence help create a community where everyone feels...
Community, Connection & Collaboration
December 15, 20250
On Friday evening, we were delighted to host our Ukrainian friends from Grassroots Response to the Ukrainian Crisis. This gathering was a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another...
Story Stars Wanted! 2026 YANKI Kids writer applications are now open! We’re looking for passionate young writers aged 8–12 who love to create stories and can submit one every month....
On Wednesday evening, we had the joy of visiting The Westhill Retirement Residence for a beautiful cross-generational craft program. Our youth and the senior residents came together, shared stories, created...
Nile Academy at Waterloo & Laurier
December 11, 20250
Nile Academy’s 11th and 12th graders visited University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, exploring campus life and future study options. They also met our own students currently studying at...
This month in our book club, our theme is Women, family & Motherhood. We’ll explore the film Tully through the lens of womanhood, the mother archetype, and self-parenting—using the film...
GRFS Mentors in Chicago
December 8, 20250
Our GRFS mentor delegation visited Chicago for a collaborative Mentor Development Program. During this trip, our mentors connected with partner mentor teams, joined leadership workshops, and shared successful mentoring practices....