A Place Called Home

08/20/2026

Looking for a baby monitor! 👶📹
We’re looking for a baby monitor that does NOT use Wi-Fi or require an internet connection.
If you have one you loved (or one you’re no longer using), that you can part with please drop off to 64 Lindsay Street- APCH. We thank the community for your ongoing support.

08/10/2026

🚴Cyclists - This is your ride!🚴

The Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour is coming up fast, and if you’ve been waiting for the perfect late‑summer ride, this is it. Scenic routes, amazing community energy, full support on every kilometre — and every rider helps A Place Called Home support people experiencing homelessness in our region.

Choose your route, register early, and if you donate or fundraise $150, you’ll earn our Canadian‑made h**p event shirt. Our shirts were pre‑ordered — register now to secure your size.

Register here: https://kawarthaclassic.com/

See you on the start line August 29!

Boston Pizza
Ontario By Bike
Kawartha Cycling Club
Explore Kawartha Lakes
Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce
City of Kawartha Lakes
Fenelon Falls
County of Haliburton

🚴‍♀️💥 The Classic is calling! 💥🚴‍♂️

The Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour returns on August 29, starting at the welcoming Oakwood Lions Mariposa Community Hall — and this year’s ride has something for everyone.

Choose from 6 beautiful routes, including a 70 km gravel ride and the popular 20 km combo road & trail.

For seasoned riders, the 100 km & 160 km routes are designed to highlight the beautiful shoreline of Balsam Lake — some of the best cycling scenery in the region.

Your day includes a delicious lunch from Boston Pizza, replenishing rest stops, and with a donation, our h**p event shirt — a Canadian made and sustainable keepsake you’ll love. 🍁

After the ride, stay and celebrate with us — the cash bar will be open for riders and supporters.

Every kilometre supports A Place Called Home.
Join us and make a difference.
Register now at https://kawarthaclassic.com/ 💛🚴‍♂️

07/27/2026

Music has a way of bringing people together, and that’s exactly what happened at a small barn concert at the Thomas Family Farm near Woodville. What began as a simple night of friends, family, and local musicians celebrating the joy of music turned into something even more meaningful — a generous donation of guitars and music gear for A Place Called Home.

Sharing the Gift of Music

This donation of guitars and other music gear is the result of a small barn concert that took place recently at the Thomas Family Farm near Woodville. The goal for the evening was simply to have family and friends come together to celebrate music and togetherness. This event was organized by Steve Thomas, and it brought together several local musical artists, including Meredith McCabe, Cael Thomas, Ian Parliament, Jason Veley, Brian Kerr, and local up and coming singer/songwriter, Mason Moxley, who was accompanied by his uncle, Chris Moxley.

Organizer, Steve Thomas, said he just wanted to host an evening that would celebrate the gift of music.
All of the musicians that evening thought it would be pretty wonderful to share the gift of music with others, by collecting donations in support of music opportunities at A Place Called Home...so that's what we did!

"This gift of guitars etc. is really the result of the kindness and appreciation shown by everyone who was in attendance that night! Everyone came together to enjoy some live music, and everyone went home feeling like they had been a part of something special. Being able to share that feeling with others who might be able to benefit from the beauty of music, just feels like a good thing to do!" (Steve Thomas)

"I have benefitted from the support of my local community as a young musical artist, and I know what it feels like to pick up a guitar and play a song--it's just good for the soul! I think everyone has their own stories to tell and music is a great way to do that. It feels pretty good to know that someone here at APCH might pick up one of these guitars and write their own song!" (Mason Moxley)

Both Thomas and Moxley were really pleased to deliver these gifts on behalf of everyone who contributed, including Van Halteren's Music Centre for helping to put this music package together.

"This is such a thoughtful and welcome addition to our shelter. Music truly has a way of bringing people together and can be a therapeutic tool during difficult times. I am confident that this donation will be put to good use and enjoyed by many!!" (Nicole Bryant, Executive Director APCH)

"You can't put a price on good people doing good things to make the world a better place!"

Pictured from left to right
Nicole Bryant, Executive Director - APCH
Steve Thomas
Mason Moxley

07/15/2026

A sincere thank you to all of you that answered our calls over the past few weeks for supplies to support folks through the heat wave.

We are currently in need of:
Sunscreen
Gatoraide, Poweraid & Electrolite drinks
Full-Sized Shampoo, Conditioner & Bodywash
First Aid Supplies
Bottled Water
Hair Elastics, Hair Pins, Brushes and Combs

All of your donations go straight to folks who are staying with us that need them, when they need them!

Donations can be dropped off 24/7 at A Place Called Home at 64 Lindsay Street South!

Thanks so much in advance, we couldnt do the things we do without our donors and supporters.

07/01/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has donated over the past few weeks. Your generosity and kindness continue to make a real difference, and we truly couldn't do it without the support of our amazing community. ❤️

We're incredibly grateful for every donation received. As we continue to help those in need, we're currently running low on a few essential items and would greatly appreciate donations of:

🛒 Most Needed Items:
• Sunscreen
• Bottled Water
• Poweraid, Electorlite Drinks
• Full sized shampoo bottles
• First Aid Supplies: Polysporin, peroxide, aloe vera, calomine lotion

Want to support but unable to get here, check out our amazon wishlist at https://a.co/bJ07NW5 These items are sent directly to our shelter to help the folks that need them!

Donations can be dropped off 24/7 at the shelter at 64 Lindsay Street South!

Stay Cool!

06/20/2026

What an incredible morning for the 23rd Annual Mark‑a‑thon HERO Walk! 🌟

Thank you to EVERYONE who came out today to walk, cheer, volunteer, sponsor, and support A Place Called Home. Our community showed up with so much heart — and it truly made this year’s walk unforgettable.

A huge shout‑out to Dave Illman - Radio Host from Y91.9 FM, Councillor Mark Doble, and all councillors who joined us. Your leadership and presence meant so much.

Endless gratitude to Mark Fevang for his unstoppable dedication, even while recovering from an unexpected leg injury. We walked for you today, Mark.

We are also incredibly grateful to the Lindsay Farmers' Market. Since, who not only welcomed us into their wonderful space for the start of the Mark‑a‑thon, but also donated an amazing $1,000 to support the work of A Place Called Home. Your generosity and community spirit set the tone for the entire morning.

Thank you as well to our amazing supporters:
💛 BioPed Footcare for your generous sponsorship
🍕 Pizza Hut in Lindsay for the delicious pizza lunch
🏦 RBC in Lindsay for the Communities Together Fund grant to help support this event
🚲 Active Transportation Advocates Kawartha Lakes - ATAKL for helping us spread the word
🍻 The Coach & Horses Pub for welcoming our walkers with warmth and hospitality
🎶 Brian Gowan for opening the walk with powerful, inspiring bagpipes
🪙Valu-mart for holding Toonie at the Till to help raise funds for Mark's walk
👏 And our Mark‑a‑thon Committee and volunteers — none of this happens without you.

If you were not able to attend the walk but still want to help Mark Fevang reach his goal of raising $10,000, donations can still be made at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/3016

Today, our community walked with purpose. We walked with heart.
And together, we walked for home. ❤️👟

📸 Videos & Photos attached — and there are LOTS!

06/20/2026

🌤️ **TOMORROW is the big day — and the weather is going to be PERFECT for the Mark‑a‑thon HERO Walk!**

This is your chance to show HUGE community spirit for those experiencing homelessness in the **City of Kawartha Lakes and the County of Haliburton**. Let’s come together, make some noise, and walk with purpose for A Place Called Home. Every step you take tomorrow creates real change.

🔥 **EVENT‑DAY REGISTRATION:**
• **8:30 AM** – Lindsay Farmers’ Market (Library parking lot)
• **10:00 AM** – A&W parking lot

👟 **Lace up, show up, and donate $25** to be part of this historic community walk. Bring your friends, your family, your team — let’s fill the streets with heart and energy.

💛 **Can’t make the walk but still want to support Mark?**
You can still make an impact by donating at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/3016

Let’s make tomorrow unforgettable.
**Let’s walk like HEROES. ❤️👟**

🚶‍♂️💛 BE A HERO ON JUNE 20!

Join us for the 23RD ANNUAL MARK-A-THON HERO WALK in support of A Place Called Home. Choose the 5 km or 10 km route and walk alongside Mark Fevang and ⭐special celebrity guest⭐ Dave Illman - Radio Host from Y91.9 FM as we take a beautiful journey through Lindsay.

Every step helps create hope, stability, and brighter futures for those experiencing homelessness across Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County.

🍕 Complimentary delicious pizza lunch provided by Pizza Hut - Lindsay, ON
🍻 Event concludes at the The Coach & Horses Pub

Register with a $25 donation or by collecting pledges.
👉 Full details & registration: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/aplacecalledhome/2106013

Event Day registration is available! See website above for details.

Can't make the event but still want to support Mark Fevang on his walk and support those experiencing homelessness in our community?

Donations can also be made at our CanadaHelps donation page at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/3016 Choose Markathon Pledges.

06/16/2026

🚶‍♂️💛 Support Mark’s Walk with a Toonie at Valu-mart in Lindsay!

When you shop at Valu-mart you can donate a toonie or more at the till to support the 23rd Annual Mark‑a‑thon HERO Walk and help members of our community experiencing homelessness.

If you want participate in the 23rd Annual Mark-a-thon on June 20, you can register at: https://buytickets.at/aplacecalledhome/2106013

Can't make the event but you still want to support Mark on his walk, donations can also be made at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/3016

A huge thank‑you to Valu‑mart for continuing to back this important community event!

Let’s show Mark Fevang we’re walking with him!

06/13/2026

Thank you Making Meals Matter Kawartha Lakes, The Catering Company Kawartha Lakes & The Barder Shop for considering APCH for this generous donation of time and food!

06/10/2026

🌟 Wishlist Wednesday 🌟

As the warmer weather continues, we're in need of a few essential items to help support the people staying with us:

✔️ First aid supplies
✔️ Bottled water
✔️ Sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade, and other electrolyte drinks)
✔️ Sunscreen
✔️ Bug spray
✔️ Full-sized shampoo bottles
✔️ Aloe vera gel
✔️ Freezies

These items help keep our guests safe, healthy, comfortable, and cool during the summer months. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Thank you for your continued generosity and support of our shelter community! 💙