Our Story

Since 2019, Holidays For Hope has been a active youth organization and has been a key member of the youth leadership movement within Corner Brook.

Our Story

Holidays For Hope is a youth led non-profit organization. Originally started in October of 2019 under the name The Viking Place Haunt as an annual haunted house fundraiser, it was later decided to continue hosting fundraisers year round and the name Holidays For Hope was born.

In addition to the inaugural haunted house fundraiser, Holidays For Hope has done bottle drives, hikes, dance videos, Christmas parade floats, themed brunches and many other fundraisers in support of various groups and programming! Today, Holidays For Hope has grown to a large group of youth volunteers who want to make a difference and have a positive impact on their community.

We have also begun developing programming alongside our events through our Youth Leadership Program, Food Security Program, and Active Youth Program. These programs aim to remove barriers faced by youth experiencing financial hardship and provide opportunities for youth to develop their leadership skills while supporting their community.

What We’ve Achieved

  • Fundraised tens of thousands of dollars for local organizations that support community growth

  • Coordinated Hurricane Fiona relief efforts, bringing together various members of the community

  • Aided in the construction of the new SPCA location that provides a safer environment for Corner Brook’s animal friends

  • Participated in the Christmas parade annually since 2020

  • Hosted several community clean-ups in various locations near waterways to reduce marine debris

  • Supported many efforts by other organizations like the City of Corner Brook, Graham Academy, and more

  • Hosted several events that focus on providing memory-making opportunities for families regardless of financial position

  • Collected hundreds of bags of both recyclables and clothing donations, ensuring they did not end up in landfills

  • Hosted a virtual fundraiser concert, bringing together musicians to support international medical care efforts

  • Encouraged getting active by hosting various hikes, including a glow-in-the-dark themed hike

  • Brought community to various senior homes through social activities like card games, nail painting, and music

We look forward to continue to grow this list and make a difference within our community!