A Little Bit About Us

Who We Are

The Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre is a provincially incorporated non-profit organization and registered charity. We are dedicated to supporting individuals facing the challenges of everyday life by providing meals, community programs, and a welcoming environment for all. Our organization is guided by an active Board of Directors, dedicated volunteers and two part-time staff members.

Our History

Beginning in the lower level of George Street United Church, our signature Soup Kitchen was established with financial support from Kathleen Pratt LeGrow. Since opening in 2002, we have served over 200,000 meals to individuals and families in our community. Now located at The Hub, we continue our mission of providing inclusive and accessible community programming.

Programs

Through the generosity of our sponsors, volunteers, donors, and government partners, we offer three core programs: the Cenovus Breakfast Program, Friday Soup Kitchen, and Seniors Inclusion Program. We also provide free menstrual products and a Computer Access Service, introduced after a needs analysis showed its value for job searching and communication.

Our Values

We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone is treated with dignity and compassion. Our programs are guided by realistic, community-focused values and a belief that everyone deserves access to support and connection. Learn more about our mission and values here.

Corporate Sponsors

One of the significant components of successful operations and programming at the Jimmy Pratt Centre continues to be our sponsors. Volunteers who originate from these sponsors work at the Centre weekly and form the nucleus of our overall volunteer program operations and management.

Financial support remains essential to our work. Our sponsors provide both volunteers and financial support to ensure that the Centre can meet the various goals and objectives that continue to give the formula for success.