Welcome Friend

05/13/2026

05/11/2026

Are you an affirming business owner in Ontario?

The Welcome Friend Foundation is looking for authorized convenience stores and gas stations that currently sell Ontario Lottery tickets and would consider selling Nevada tickets in support of Rainbow Camp.

We have an Ontario-wide licence, but being based in Northern Ontario has made it difficult to find vendors across the province who are willing to support our cause.

The Welcome Friend Foundation exists to help 2SLGBTQ+ youth and allies, in particular by helping youth attend Rainbow Camp, a safe, affirming, and life-changing camp experience.

If you own or operate an authorized convenience store or gas station in Ontario, or know someone who does, we would love to connect.

This is a simple way for an affirming business to make a real difference for 2SLGBTQ+ youth.

Please contact us at:
[email protected]

Please share to help us reach supportive Ontario retailers. 🌈

05/05/2026

50/50 is LIVE

Support Rainbow Camp®

05/03/2026

You showed up in a big way for Smile Cookies — thank you. 💛
Now we keep going.
Our 50/50 raffle is live, and every ticket helps us move closer to securing a permanent home for Rainbow Camp.
🎟️ More tickets = better odds
🌈 Real impact for 2SLGBTQ+ youth
💰 One winner takes half
Get yours today:
👉 www.HelpRainbowCamp.ca

05/02/2026

Do you have 8 minutes? The future of Rainbow Camp is uncertain — but the need for it has never been greater.
Located just east of Sault Ste. Marie, the camp is now searching for a new home to continue supporting 2SLGBT+ youth.
Co-founder Harry Stewart spoke with CBC’s Alex Flood.
Watch, share, and support at www.HelpRainbowCamp.ca

https://youtu.be/CChiFybFT54?si=VR02kPvAUz2f0TEQ

CBC Raido Interview April 30 3036

04/27/2026

Huge thanks to Sue and Jennifer at the Thessalon Tim Hortons for decorating over 1,000 cookies in support of Rainbow Camp through the Smile Cookie campaign! And thank you to Candice and Cheryl for stepping in afterward to help finish the job. This is what community looks like 💛

04/21/2026

We are looking for a home.

Rainbow Camp is currently without a permanent site, and we are actively working to secure a place where 2SLGBTQI+ youth can continue to connect, heal, and belong.

We are looking for:
• Land
• An existing camp
• A retreat centre or lodge
• Or even just a lead or connection

If you know of anything — even if you’re not sure — please send it. We will take a look.

The right lead could change everything.

👉 https://rainbowcamp.ca/help-us-find-a-home/

Please share.

04/18/2026

Help Rainbow Camp find a home 💛🌈

Our Spring 50/50 Raffle is live, and every ticket helps us get one step closer to a permanent space for 2SLGBTQ+ youth to belong, grow, and thrive.

🎟️ 1 for $5
🎟️ 3 for $10
🎟️ 10 for $20
🎟️ 60 for $50

Half the pot goes to one lucky winner.
The other half helps create life-changing experiences at Rainbow Camp.

👉 Buy your tickets now:
www.HelpRainbowCamp.ca

If you can’t buy, sharing this post makes a real difference.

01/01/2026

A new year begins — and our commitment remains the same. In 2026, Welcome Friend Association continues creating brave, affirming spaces where 2SLGBTQ+ and allied belong, grow, and thrive all year long.

Thank you for being part of this community. 🌈

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