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Empowering our community, one story at a time.
Turn Your Returns Into Meals: Honoring Angelo Sarkees Through Earth Week Giving
Heart, Love & Soul and Community Missions are proud to announce the 1st Annual Angelo “Andy” Sarkees Earth Day Bottle & Can Drive, taking place
The Season of Giving Is Here!
The holidays are a time of joy for many, but also a season of great need for others. Join Heart, Love & Soul in spreading warmth and hope through our Holiday Food Drive, Christmas Toy Drive, and Holiday Appeal — because together, we can make the season brighter for everyone
Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day
Join Heart, Love & Soul on November 11, 2025, at 11:00 AM for a special Veterans Day Ceremony with guest speakers, a flag tribute, and a reading of veterans’ names. Be part of a community that remembers, respects, and celebrates our heroes.
From Kitchen to Community: Bertha’s Story
Bertha has spent a lifetime caring for others, sharing her warmth, wisdom, and culinary talents with everyone she meets. From feeding countless guests at Heart, Love & Soul to babysitting her great-granddaughter, her life is the definition of love in action.
Courage to Change: An NA Story at Heart, Love & Soul
Heart, Love & Soul hosts NA meetings every Thursday and Friday, offering a safe space for healing from addiction. Through fellowship and support, members learn recovery is about more than quitting substances—it’s about facing pain, finding hope, and knowing no one has to do it alone.
New Faces at Heart, Love & Soul
We’re pleased to introduce Carly, Leana, and Gabby, the newest members of the Heart, Love & Soul team. Their combined experience in nursing, social work, and outreach will strengthen Daybreak’s programs and broaden the support available to our guests.
From Employee to Volunteer: Liz Dixon’s Heart for the Community
Liz Dixon has been a vital part of Heart, Love & Soul for over a decade, first as an employee and now as a devoted volunteer.
Her work stuffing backpacks with school supplies helps ensure local children start the school year prepared and confident.
A Crown with a Cause: Peach Queen Amelia at Heart, Love & Soul
This year’s dinner had a royal surprise—2025 Niagara County Peach Queen Amelia Faddoul volunteered with spirit and heart. Inspired by her Nana, she champions kindness, inclusion, and service.
Summer Heat Safety for the Unhoused: Tips and Local Cooling Resources
During the summer months, people experiencing homelessness face increased risks from heat and sun exposure. This National UV Safety Awareness Month, learn practical tips to stay cool and safe, plus find local Niagara Falls resources—like Heart, Love & Soul’s cooling center—offering relief from extreme temperatures.