Our Impact
Our foundation has made a significant difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ asylum seekers, refugees, and newcomers to Canada.
Our Impact
Our foundation has made a significant difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ asylum seekers, refugees, and newcomers to Canada.
We help people from all around the world
Our foundation has assisted refugees and newcomers from more than 13 different countries, most of which have laws against the LGBTQ+ community. We thank you for helping us bring these people to safety.
36%
of the world has laws criminalizing same-sex relationships.
64%
of LGBTQ+ people have experienced anti-LGBTQ+ violence or abuse.
25%
of the world’s population believes that being LGBTQ+ should be a crime.
Now more than ever, LGBTQ+ communities need help. Everyone deserves an opportunity to live a safe and free life. Our foundation is dedicated to making this a reality.
74
Private sponsorships
Our Ecosystem of Hope partners assisted in the private sponsorship of 61 LGBTQ+ refugees escaping persecution.
561
Counselling Sessions
When LGBTQ+ people escape persecution and resettle in a new country, they benefit significantly from counselling support.
7
Emergency Flights
Some LGBTQ+ refugees need to escape imminent threats to their safety with emergency flights. 7 newcomers were relocated out of harm’s way
25
Legal Document Support
These gave them access to necessary services that supported their well-being, giving them a chance to succeed in this new cycle of their lives.
13
Supportive Housing
Most LGBTQ+ newcomers need financial support when securing safe and stable housing when arriving in Canada.
361
Community Services Support
361 community service requests funded, including gift cards for food, beverages, and transportation costs for group session attendees.
268
Group Counselling Sessions
We strive to provide LGBTQ+ newcomers with the means to attain well-being by improving mental health.
100
Referral Services
Accessing all the available services in a new country can be overwhelming for many newcomers.
5
Scholarships
Some LGBTQ+ newcomers seek education when arriving in Canada. This gives them a chance at the education they deserve.
Where are assisted refugees settling?
Foundation of Hope helps relocate and resettle persecuted LGBTQ+ migrants into Canada.
As of today, the Foundation of Hope has helped resettle newcomers across six Canadian provinces: British Columbia, Quebec, Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba and Nova Scotia.
Your support is powerful
You have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals fleeing violence and persecution. If you can, please give it now.