Welcome To The Walnut Foundation
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THE WALNUT FOUNDATION IS NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS PROMOTING HEALTH KNOWLEDGE FOR BLACK MEN WHILE ENCOURAGING THE PRACTICE OF GOOD PROACTIVE HEALTH. WE WORK WITH THE BLACK COMMUNITY IN IDENTIFYING THE NEEDS OF BLACK MEN IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH AND RELATED ISSUES TO PROVIDE A FORUM FOR DISCUSSION IN A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT.
Services That We Provide
CREATING AWARENESS
We raise awareness in the Black Community about diseases affecting Black Men, while to providing information about the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up practices for identified diseases.
PROVIDING SUPPORT
We seek to improve the quality of life of individuals and families who have concerns about men’s health issues by offering one-on-one interactive peer support.
COMMUNITY & OUTREACH
We collaborate within the community. By partnering with like-minded organizations such as churches, social clubs, and other types of community groups, we share our expertise and our experience.
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SOME OF OUR WALNUT FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS ARE PROSTATE CANCER SURVIVORS THEMSELVES. AS THEY SHARE THEIR STORIES, A NUMBER OF THINGS BECOME CLEAR. LEAST OF WHICH, IS THAT A PROSTATE CANCER DIAGNOSIS IS NOT A DEATH SENTENCE.
NEXT MONTHLY MEETING | SUN. September 9th, 2018, 3:00PM
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MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our monthly meetings are informal sessions where we provide information. Typically, on the second Sunday of each month these get togethers are held on the 2nd floor of the William G. Davis Centre for Families (60 West Drive south of Clark Blvd) in Brampton. There’s no charge and it is excellent opportunity to get informed. See you there!
View the Google map location.Saturday July 7th, 2018 “10th Annual Carribean Style Breakfast”
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CULTURAL EXPRESSION “10TH ANNUAL CARRIBEAN STYLE BREAKFAST”
Saturday, July 7th, 2018. 10:00am: 30 Loafers Lake Lane (Sandalwood Pkwy. & Conestoga Drive). Tickets: Adults $25 Children $15. 50/50 Prizes, Silent Auction, Baked Goods, Door Prizes and more! For tickets and information contact Joyce at: 905.450.5339 dunnlock@hotmail.com
DOWNLOAD THE EVENT FLYER2018 Annual Conference
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2018 Annual Conference
Watch for the Annual Conference on October 27 — more details to be announced.
