Our Time to Shine Fundraising Campaign

In support of Jake’s House families and all of our current events and programs, Jake’s House launched “Our Time To Shine” in 2022, with a fundraising goal of 3 million over the next 3 years. Our Time To Shine represents the very best of Jake’s House – It is all of us – working with all of you.

Your fundraising efforts go towards Jake’s House events and programs throughout 2024 and beyond.

Community & Connection

Social events for the whole family

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Legends Mentoring Program

Mentoring programs for youth

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Employment Mentoring Program

Employment opportunities for young adults

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Inclusive Housing Program

Housing for individuals on the spectrum throughout their entire lifespans

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OUR TIME TO SHINE NEWS

Leadership Network 2022
On September 29th, Jake's House kicked off its Our Time to Shine Campaign at its head office with the community and esteemed guest speakers such as Minister Monte McNaughton, Jake's House CEO Jennifer Joseph, U Sports COO Lisa Beatty, JHCR Residents Paul and Ruth, and Ron Adea.
Our Time to Shine Campaign Launch
On September 29th, Jake’s House kicked off its Our Time to Shine Campaign with the community and esteemed guest speakers Minister Monte McNaughton, Jake’s House CEO Jennifer Joseph, U Sports COO Lisa Beatty, JHCR Residents Paul and Ruth, and Ron Adea.

Leadership Network 2022
On September 29th, Jake's House kicked off its Our Time to Shine Campaign at its head office with the community and esteemed guest speakers such as Minister Monte McNaughton, Jake's House CEO Jennifer Joseph, U Sports COO Lisa Beatty, JHCR Residents Paul and Ruth, and Ron Adea.
Our Time to Shine Campaign Launch
On September 29th, Jake’s House kicked off its Our Time to Shine Campaign with the community and esteemed guest speakers Minister Monte McNaughton, Jake’s House CEO Jennifer Joseph, U Sports COO Lisa Beatty, JHCR Residents Paul and Ruth, and Ron Adea.

Impact Goals

Holiday Parties

Host 3+ holiday parties in major Canadian cities each year

New Volunteers

Welcome 5000 new volunteers into Jake’s House

Program & Service Growth

Raise $1MM to support the growth of programs & services

Serve Children & Family

Serve 6500 children & family members living with autism

The Jake’s House Story

The Jake’s House family has grown over the years. We’re now supporting 4600 individuals with ASD; and by extension, 18,500 family members living with ASD. We’ve hosted over 70 events, and we’ve been blessed with help from 17,500 volunteers. When you connect with us, you have a family forever in Jake’s House.

In 2004,

it began with five people:
the Bodanis family.

Today,

Jake’s House has 36,000 family members.

Achieved Community Impact 2021-2022

618

Individuals with ASD Supported

1270

Volunteers Joined Jake’s House

2148

Family Members Affected by ASD Supported

Projected Community Impact 2022-2023

1854

Individuals With ASD To Be Supported

5000

Volunteers to Join Jake’s House

6500

Family Members Affected By ASD To Be Supported

Thank You to Our Partners

Jake’s House. Your community, your home.

2024 Toronto EXPO Recap
Jake's House Inclusive Residence Hallow-week
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Inclusive Housing Program
In this blog, we'll hear directly from two amazing residents who call Jake's House Community Residence their home, as well as a passionate staff member dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment within the residence.
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Employment Training Program
Step into the inspiring world of the Jake's House Employment Training Program, where dreams become reality through dedication and job training support for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Community and Connection Program
Enjoy an inside look into the incredible experiences within our Community and Connection program at Jake's House, where joy meets purpose through our beloved Holiday Parties in Toronto, Ottawa and London.
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Legends Mentoring Program
Join us for not one but two captivating Q&A sessions, where we chat with both a program leader and a participant from our Legends Mentoring Program workshops.

2024 Toronto EXPO Recap
Jake's House Inclusive Residence Hallow-week
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Inclusive Housing Program
In this blog, we'll hear directly from two amazing residents who call Jake's House Community Residence their home, as well as a passionate staff member dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment within the residence.
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Employment Training Program
Step into the inspiring world of the Jake's House Employment Training Program, where dreams become reality through dedication and job training support for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Community and Connection Program
Enjoy an inside look into the incredible experiences within our Community and Connection program at Jake's House, where joy meets purpose through our beloved Holiday Parties in Toronto, Ottawa and London.
Shining a Spotlight: Jake's House Legends Mentoring Program
Join us for not one but two captivating Q&A sessions, where we chat with both a program leader and a participant from our Legends Mentoring Program workshops.