Innovation Works London

Dear Valued Followers,

To improve your experience and streamline our communications, we have decided to merge our social media accounts.

This means all updates, content, and engagement will be unified under one handle: If you don't already follow us there, please do!
Thank you for being part of our community!

We are proud to partner with the to help highlight the extraordinary work happening in the nonprofit sector. Join us on September 27, 2023, at RBC Place London.

Register now: Link in Bio

Pillar Nonprofit Network is proud to partner with to showcase the good work happening in the nonprofit sector. Come celebrate with us. Registration link in bio. ‘There is no economic recovery without social recovery’

Pillar Nonprofit Network is proud to partner with to showcase the good work happening in the nonprofit sector. Come celebrate with us. Registration link in bio. ‘There is no economic recovery without social recovery’

📣 Join us for 3: Doing Things Together on September 21, 2023! 🤝

The best way to build deep collaboration is to start by doing things together. Join us for a event where we'll workshop the resources we need for better collective advocacy. All are welcome!

🗓️ Thursday, September 21, 2023
🕤 9:30 am to 11:30 am
📍 Innovation Works, London, ON

Register Now: Link in Bio

"Decent work as a critical pathway to gender equity, racial justice, and reconciliation in the nonprofit sector, challenging systems of white supremacy."

Pillar Nonprofit Network commemorates Labour Day by emphasizing Canada's ongoing struggle for decent work. We would like to highlight the commitment to enhancing workplace practices and advocate for principles of decent work, encompassing fair income, job security, personal development, and equality.

Read More about Navigating the Path to Decent Work: Progress and Challenges in Canada's Labour Landscape here: Link in Bio!

Join the movement. Follow this account and invite your friends, family and neighbours to do the same. • Changing the story of health and homelessness in our community will take all of us.

Share this post and invite your friends and family to join London’s Movement for Change by following this account.

Read the latest blog post, "Building Bridges to Belonging: Indwell’s Journey Towards Inclusive Housing and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." 🌍🏠

Discover how .ca aligns with SDGs to create inclusive housing, offer on-site services, and foster community partnerships. Join in this mission towards a more sustainable future.

Read the full article: Link in Bio and be part of the positive change! ✨🤝

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Are you starting a new social enterprise or embedding social purpose into an existing organization? Sponsored by Libro Credit Union, our Social Enterprise Incubator program gives you the opportunity to learn from Pillar Nonprofit Network Social Enterprise staff and other social entrepreneurs as you develop a sustainable model for your social enterprise.

Do you have a social-purpose business idea you want to turn into a reality? The Libro Social Enterprise Incubator offers a cohort-based learning experience to develop and refine your impact, financial, and stakeholder models! With the support of Pillar Nonprofit Network staff, participants will learn skills and access resources to turn plans into action, all while building a community alongside like-minded individuals.

Apply Today! Link in Bio

Thank you to for being a Community Sponsor of the 2023 Pillar Community Impact Program!

Thanks to sponsors like you, small nonprofits, charities, grassroots organizations, and social enterprises will receive recovery and capacity-building support to deepen their impact in the community.

Learn more about the Pillar Community Impact Program here: Link in Bio

To sponsor this impactful program, please email Shelby Weaver at [email protected].

Dear Valued Followers,

In our continuous efforts to enhance your experience and streamline our communications, we have decided to merge our social media accounts. This means that we will be bringing all our updates, content, and engagement under one unified handle: Pillar Nonprofit Network

We are currently in the midst of an ongoing conversation regarding the ethical implications associated with our continued reliance on social media platforms. In the meantime, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and engagement on all of our accounts. By combining our efforts, we aim to provide you with an even more seamless and enriched experience.

We can't wait to continue this journey together. We invite you to follow us there so you can stay up-to-date with the latest from us. Should you have any questions or need assistance during this transition, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for being an integral part of our community.

🙌 Thank You for a Remarkable Gathering! 🙌

Thank you to everyone who joined us at today's event. Your presence and engagement truly made the day a resounding success.

🌟 Your Contributions Matter:
We're immensely grateful for your valuable insights, active participation, and dedication to advancing meaningful policy change. Together, we've taken necessary steps toward shaping London's future through collaboration and advocacy.

During the event, we collaboratively explored mapping organizational missions to the City's Strategic Plan, identifying advocacy opportunities, and fostering connections.

Let's stay connected through our online community discussions and newsletters as we continue our journey toward a more inclusive and impactful London.

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📋 Participate in the Pillar Nonprofit Network Membership Survey 2023 and have your voice heard! Your insights shape our offerings and improve your membership experience. 🌟

🔗 Survey Link in Bio

Join us in shaping the future of Pillar Nonprofit Network! 🚀 Your input matters.

Our community is at the heart of everything we do, and we're thrilled to share some important news with you! 🗞️💫

🚀 Head to our website to read a special community update from our Interim CEO and Board Chair. They discuss our recent activities, future plans, and our inspiring progress together. 🤝💪

Link in Bio

Change brings growth and new possibilities; we embrace it with open arms! Together, we'll shape a brighter future for our community. 🌈💫

📢 🤝Recognizing a Powerful Partnership! 🤝

commits a $240,000 grant to Pillar Nonprofit Network! 🌟 Today, we join Pillar in expressing gratitude to the Lawson Foundation for their support. This generous grant will bolster Pillar's efforts to respond to the needs of community-based organizations in the broader London area. 💪

Learn More: Link in bio

🌱 With this funding, Pillar will be able to strengthen its core operations and infrastructure, magnifying their impact across a range of vital initiatives. From enhanced public policy development and advocacy to impactful storytelling, Pillar is committed to making a tangible difference for nonprofits and charitable groups in Southwestern Ontario.

Together, they'll pave the way for positive community impact and create a nurturing environment for change-makers dedicated to making a difference! 🌎💙

📢📚 New Blog Post Alert! 📚📢

Unearthing Canada's Buried History: Confronting the Legacy of Slavery and its Impact on Black Communities

For too long, Canada's history of slavery has been overshadowed by the Underground Railroad, leaving an uncomfortable past in silence. As Emancipation Day approaches, we must confront this reality and its lasting effects on Black Canadians. Racism persists today, demanding a deeper understanding of its historical roots.

A recent report exposes the lack of philanthropic support for Black communities, urging the creation of a Foundation for Black Communities and a decolonizing approach in the charitable sector. Let's honour the past, amplify black voices, and work towards a more equitable future.

Read Now: Link in Bio

🌈🎉 Reliving the Magic of Pride Parade London 2023! 🎉🌈

Hey there, beautiful souls! 💖🏳️‍🌈 We hope you're still buzzing with the incredible energy from Pride Parade London 2023 because we certainly are! 🤩✨

The Pillar team had an absolutely amazing time marching alongside the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating love, acceptance, and diversity with each step we took. 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️💞

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us in the parade and all of you who supported the community from near and far. 🙌🌟 Your love and enthusiasm filled our hearts with joy!

We'll cherish the memories of this remarkable day forever. 😍🎊 But remember, the spirit of Pride goes beyond just one event – let's continue to embrace and uplift each other daily. Together, we can create a world that celebrates and respects everyone exactly as they are. 🌍💕

Until next time, keep spreading love and standing tall! 🌈🦄

📢 Join us for : Defining Shared Goals on August 10, 2023! 🗓️

📍Location: Innovation Works, London, ON
⏰Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Are you passionate about shaping policy and advocacy for thriving communities? Whether or not you attended our last event, we invite you to participate in this vital conversation. Together, we'll identify the policy issues that matter most to you and collaborate to have them represented in London's multi-year budget.

At our June event, we laid the foundation for meaningful engagement with the city's budget process. We're coming together again to develop strategies that will positively impact London's budget priorities and resource allocation.

Here's what we'll be doing in August:
1️⃣ Mapping each organization's mission to the City's Strategic Plan
2️⃣ Identifying potential issue areas for advocacy
3️⃣ Using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as a framework to find connections between organizational missions and foster collaboration

🤝 Let's build our policy muscle together! RSVP now, and if you missed the first session, don't worry—join in and review the City of London's Strategic Plan materials shared at the previous event.

Register Now : Link in Bio

Let's make a difference, London! 🌟

We will be hosting our second Film London Seminar (Producing 101) on August 10th from 7 PM - 8:30 PM Innovation Works London! Gain industry insight from Award Winning Producer, Kristina Esposito 🎬

Register for the event here: https://bit.ly/43kvBAi

🌱🐝 What a day at farm! Got down and dirty with beets and bees. These urban warriors are turning forgotten land into veggie wonderlands! 🌿

Urban Roots is like a superhero organization, swooping in to save underused city spaces with their high-quality, organic veggies and herbs. 🥕

PS: If you take a closer look you can see Dan was swept away for a moment! But worry not he was back soon!

📢 EVENT UPDATE 📢

🌟 We had an incredible session on Ethical Storytelling for Impact today!

🌟 Participants gained valuable insights into creating powerful narratives that evoke empathy and contribute to social change. 💪

🎯 We explored the importance of centring the individuals whose stories are being told and learned how to communicate stories respectfully and responsibly. 🙌

💡 Attendees walked away with practical tips on effective storytelling and a draft framework to improve their own storytelling practices. 📝

🤝 Thank you to our amazing presenter, Sassy la V, for sharing her expertise and inspiring us with her journey in storytelling. 🎙️

Stay tuned for more exciting workshops and events coming up! Don't miss out on valuable opportunities to enhance your skills and positively impact the community. 🌍

🌈 Join us for the most colourful celebration of the year! 🎉

Pillar extends a warm invitation to all our amazing members and the vibrant community to be part of the thrilling Pride London Festival's annual Pride Parade. Please mark your calendars for Sunday, July 23, as we kick off the festivities at noon from the Western Fair District.

Whether you prefer walking, cycling, using wheelchairs, or rolling in wagons – we welcome everyone! Let's come together, adorned in rainbows and smiles, to honour our Pride and demonstrate unwavering love and support for the incredible 2SLGBTQQIA+ community.

To ensure you receive all the exciting details, RSVP using the link provided. This will enable us to share the meet-up information well before the parade.

Link in Bio

Let's make this a memorable day filled with joy, unity, and boundless celebration. We can't wait to march alongside you and create unforgettable memories. See you at the Pride Parade! 🌈❤️✨

📢 **New Blog Post Alert: "Preparing Social Purpose Organizations for the Impact of Climate Change"** 🌍

Discover how climate change affects social purpose organizations (SPOs) and how they can better prepare for its impact. We are excited to announce that the full report is now available on our blog!

🔍 Dive into the report to explore:
✅ The intersection of climate change with social issues in urban contexts
✅ Impacts of climate change on SPOs through an intersectional analysis of socio-environmental issues
✅ Recommendations for SPOs to incorporate climate action into their programming and mitigate negative impacts

Join the movement for a sustainable future! Read the report and gain valuable insights into your organization's climate resilience.

📖 Read the full report : Link in Bio

Looking for a place to host impactful meetings while fostering connections within your community? Our coworking space offers versatile meeting rooms that bring people together to collaborate, innovate, and make a difference. Join us and amplify your community impact!

Head to innovationworkslondon.ca/meet-here to learn more and book your upcoming meeting.

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

Pillar Nonprofit Network has received a $200,000 grant from .This generous support will significantly impact the London community, strengthening our endeavours with knowledge sharing, capacity building, and fostering the growth of social enterprises.

Thank you to the London Community Foundation for investing in positive community impact and for your commitment to building a vibrant and caring community!

Learn More: Link in Bio

📢 New Blog Post Alert! 🌟✨

We're excited to share our latest blog post highlighting the insights and highlights from the impactful Mobility Equity Workshop held in London, Ontario!

🌍 Discover how the Vision Zero Hamilton Rd partnership, led by Pillar Nonprofit Network (SDG Cities) and in collaboration with Clean Air Partnership, Neighbourhood Resource Centre, and aims to tackle challenges related to mobility poverty, public spaces, local businesses, climate change, mental health, and social isolation.

🔍 Dive deeper into the workshop's outcomes, including the immediate steps proposed to enhance traffic safety on Hamilton Road and the inclusion of mobility poverty in the City's strategic plan for 2023-2027.

💡 Join us as we explore the next steps towards creating a more equitable and accessible urban mobility system.

🌟 Read the full blog post on our website and stay informed about the efforts to foster positive change in our community : Link in Bio

Seeking a workspace that empowers you to have a meaningful impact on your community? Discover Innovation Works, where creativity, connections, and community engagement converge. Unleash your potential and join a community that's focussed on positive community impact, one idea at a time.

Learn more by heading to www.innovationworkslondon.ca ✨

Experience the energy of a shared workspace that goes beyond just work. Our coworking community is a hub of inspiration, where like-minded individuals come together to drive positive change in our local community. Join us and be a part of something bigger!

Join our coworking space through a flex desk membership today. Head to innovationworkslondon.ca for more details.

📣 Join us for a workshop on Ethical Storytelling for Impact! 📚✨

Ethical storytelling goes beyond how we write—it's a movement and a platform to help nonprofit communicators be more respectful, responsible, and effective when telling other people's stories.

Learn to tell your stories to create an impact ethically with Veronica Antipolo
“Sassy La V”

📅 Thursday, July 13, 2023
⏰ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
📍 Innovation Works (in person)

Register Now and secure your spot!

Link in Bio

Join us in creating a just, inclusive, and vibrant community for all. Together, we can make a difference.