Our project aims to improve accessibility and safety at the Coldwater United Church while sustaining vital community meal programs.
We will replace the church’s cracked and uneven front steps, landing, and handrail, applying a durable, non-slip epoxy coating to prevent falls and ensure safe access for all visitors. As the church serves as a hub for numerous community activities and outreach programs, these repairs are essential to maintaining a safe and inclusive space for everyone.
Funding will also support two essential food initiatives: the weekly Community Hot Lunch Program, which offers free, nutritious meals to local residents, and the Breakfast for Kids Program, which provides daily breakfasts for students at the local public school. With a key sponsor withdrawing support for 2026 and rising grocery costs putting pressure on remaining contributors, this assistance will help ensure these programs continue meeting the growing needs of our community.
Together, these improvements will strengthen safety, inclusion, and food security for people of all ages in Coldwater.
.This project is important to our community because Coldwater United Church is more than a place of worship — it is a century-old gathering space that brings people together and supports a wide range of community activities. The 100-year-old building is shared by two church congregations and regularly hosts numerous local groups, outreach programs, and events that foster connection, care, and belonging.
Preserving and maintaining this historic structure ensures that it remains a safe, welcoming, and functional hub for generations to come. By investing in the building’s upkeep, we are also safeguarding the many programs that operate within its walls — from community meals and children’s initiatives to support groups and cultural gatherings.
This project is a commitment to both our heritage and our future, helping sustain a vital community space that continues to enrich the lives of people throughout Coldwater and the surrounding area.
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The church has always been a huge support to our community
This building supports vital community outreach programs and accessibility will allow access to everyone in need.
This would be a great upgrade to make the church more accessible to everyone, and we have a wonderful community that deserves access to programs such as these!
These are two essential programs for this community
Very proud of the outreach done in this building. Hoping it will continue to be supported finacially for safety and continued community support pursuits.
Lived in the community all my life. My family has always supported the church and their community support efforts.