Spring Job Fair: Friday, April 16 & Saturday, April 17, 2021
We are excited to announce the upcoming Spring Job Fair! Join our rewarding team of essential workers.
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Enter our raffle for a chance to win a great cash prize
Proceeds from the raffle will be used to support DASCHWorks, an innovative training program, designed to develop practical skills that will lead to meaningful employment for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The DASCHWorks program will help secure successful, long-term employment that will create inclusion and engagement within our community and will build confidence, self-esteem and […]
A New Year’s Message from Karen Fonseth, DASCH CEO
January 21, 2021 Dear DASCH Community: I hope this finds you well in this challenging time. Well, what a year 2020 was and I am sure you all will agree that it will be a blessing to put this past year in our rearview mirrors and move forward with better and brighter days ahead. It […]
A Champion of Equal Rights and Independence for People with Disabilities
Mission Inc., a fundraising consulting firm, recently did a charity spotlight on DASCH. The organization spoke to DASCH CEO, Karen Fonseth about how DASCH has become a new frontier for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and how our program and services empower residents to live up to their full potential. You can read the […]
Wage support program available for eligible DASCH front-line workers.
Wage support program available for eligible DASCH front-line workers. The province of Manitoba recently announced that eligible front-line workers providing direct patient or residential care to vulnerable Manitobans will receive a $5 per hour wage supplement for worked hours where the regular wage is less than $25 per hour.
DASCH CEO Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award
DASCH CEO Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award From Prestigious Universal Women’s Network The Universal Womens Network™ and Direct Action in Support of Community Homes, (DASCH), is pleased to announce that DASCH Chief Executive Officer, Karen Fonseth has been awarded the Women of Inspiration Lifetime Achievement Award by the Universal Women’s Network, at their annual awards […]
Fall Job Fair: Friday, November 2 & Saturday, November 3, 2018
On February 24th and 25th, DASCH will be having a job fair. Bring your resume with some references, and join our team!
Double Up for DASCH on CTV News
“A Winnipeg charity that provides housing and programming for people with intellectual disabilities had a big start to its capital campaign today. Longtime supporter the Jessiman Foundation is donating $1million. Thanks to the Foundation, all other donations to the cause will be doubled…”
Winnipeg Sun: Family makes million dollar commitment to DASCH campaign
Winnipeg Sun February 15, 2018 by Scott Billeck: The family that helped start a non-profit organization aimed at helping individuals with intellectual disabilities more than 40 years ago left another lasting legacy on Thursday.
CBC News: $1M donation could mean new home for non-profit supporting Winnipeggers with intellectual disabilities
CBC News Feb 15, 2018: A Winnipeg non-profit group that provides support for people with intellectual disabilities just received a million-dollar boost.
The Possibilities Gala 2017 : Thank You
“Sharing the evening with so many of our supporters at this year’s Gala meant so much to everyone here at DASCH.I really want to make sure you know how truly grateful we all are for your generosity year after year.” Karen Fonseth – CEO DASCH
15TH Annual HR Excellence Awards – DASCH CEO Awarded
DASCH CEO, Karen Fonseth, has received the HR Patron of the Year Award for her leadership of our Human Resource department towards diversity and innovation.