Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is a grassroots animal welfare organization based in Calgary with a foundation of compassion and kindness, embodied by its hard-working staff, volunteers, foster homes and supporters. Our goal is to help homeless animals in our community and enacting societal change so that someday we may all witness a Compassionate World for All Animals. AARCS is a leader in the animal welfare community and Albertans turn to us for help. 3,500 animals come through AARCS programs each year. We have an exceptional veterinary medical program coordinated from our 3,000 square foot, in-house veterinary hospital located at AARCS Safe Haven shelter in Calgary. Having a veterinary hospital on-site has given AARCS the ability to help the animals in most dire need of medical attention with onsite surgical suites and the ability to provide life-saving treatment. Every day AARCS receive calls about animals in need of help – from broken bones, gunshot wounds, embedded porcupine quills, and mange to deadly diseases such as parvovirus. AARCS strives to ensure that these animals receive the medical care they need, along with a chance to recover in a loving foster home. AARCS Safe Haven shelter and on-site veterinary hospital provides emergency medical care and new beginning for each rescued animal on their journey to forever, adoptive homes.

With one in two Albertans being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and one in five not surviving, we often hear, “How can I help?” The answer is simple:
Join the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s More Hope Movement through the Servus Calgary Marathon!

The Alberta Cancer Foundation is the official fundraising partner for all 17 cancer centres across the province, including the new Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre that opened October 2024, the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Canada.

What sets us apart? We focus on investing in projects that reduce cancer risk, detect cancer earlier, treat the disease more effectively and improve the quality of life of patients facing cancer across Alberta. Funds raised through this year’s Servus Calgary Marathon Charity Challenge will help create more moments for Albertans facing cancer.

By donating to the More Hope Movement, you ensure that every Albertan facing cancer has access to the support they need and the very latest treatments, now and into the future. Your contributions enable us to capitalize on the latest treatment options and drive the pace of innovation. Together, we are building an unstoppable network of Albertans committed to creating more hope and better outcomes for those facing cancer across the province.

The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation inspires our community to invest in excellence in child health, research and family centred care.

As the official fundraising body for the Alberta Children’s Hospital, all money raised by the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation is re-invested in the hospital and child health needs in this region.

Through the generosity of our donors we are able to provide funding for family centred child health programs, specialized life-saving equipment and advanced pediatric research and education at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.

The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation is honoured to work with the dedicated team of caring professionals at our hospital and even prouder to be part of a community that shares in the vision of a healthier future for our children.

Since 1973, The Alex has provided thoughtful, comprehensive care to vulnerable Calgarians. With clinical and social components included in almost all of our programs, The Alex tackles tough health and social issues head-on, and our preventative, cost-effective approach saves taxpayer dollars by moving people from poverty to stability and from crisis to wellness.The Alex serves a community with complex health needs, often the result of issues such as poverty, trauma, homelessness, or addiction. At The Alex whole health is the goal – and you can’t be healthy if you are hungry, or isolated, or experiencing mental health struggles.

We are a farm animal sanctuary located 40 minutes from Calgary. We Provide care and healing to rescued, abandoned and surrendered farm animals. We’d love to have you chose us to run for! All funds raised go towards the care of our residents. The Alice sanctuary is home to around 200 farm animals living their lives free from harm.

The ALS Society of Alberta strives to make each day the best possible day for people living with and affected by ALS. We are dedicated to “making it possible” for our clients and their families by providing support, facilitating the provision of care, promoting awareness, helping to find a cure and advocating for change throughout the ALS community. These core pillars are achieved by focusing on our main values and guiding principles which include; respect, caring, service, accountability, passion and quality of life. By applying these values and guiding principles to the work that we do every single day, we believe that we are making each day for those living with and affected by ALS, the best possible day.

Altalma Foundation is a Canadian charitable organization that bridges corporations and communities to deliver impactful, sustainable initiatives. We partner with organizations to design and execute CSR programs that advance environmental stewardship, economic development, and community well-being – including youth sports and recreation. Our mission is to build vibrant, inclusive communities where all Canadians have access to essential resources, opportunities, and a healthy environment. Guided by our SOUL values – Stakeholders, Outlay, Unite, and Live – we are committed to long-term solutions that empower individuals and support future generations.

Alzheimer Society of Calgary is a local non-profit organization. As a leader in our community, we strive to ensure people with dementia, their families and caregivers have access to high-quality education, care and support throughout their journey of impact. We are committed to treating persons with dementia and their caregivers with respect, dignity and compassion at all times, providing them with the confidence and knowledge to make informed choices. As a voice and advocate for those impacted by Dementia (including Alzheimer’s Disease), we envision an increased capacity in our community to support and care for persons impacted which in turn enhances quality of life for those struggling with a new reality. For thousands of local families, this is where community, insight and empowerment begin.

The Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) of Alberta is a volunteer-driven charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming stray and abandoned dogs and cats across the province. Since 1995, we’ve given thousands of animals a second chance through compassionate care, community partnerships, and education. We focus on helping underserved communities and operate one of Western Canada’s largest pet food banks. By choosing ARF, you’re helping keep pets and families together—and making a direct, lifesaving impact in the lives of animals who need it most.

Brain injury, including stroke can have a devastating impact on survivors and their families. The ARBI approach blends science and compassion to create hope for survivors.

Survivors are your family and friends…members of your community.

ARBI provides intensive community-based rehabilitation and family support in a nurturing environment. With personalized rehabilitation, and lots of encouragement, survivors can once again enjoy fulfilling lives in their communities. Building on strengths, families can pave the way for the future with confidence and optimism.

Dedicated to Making Life Better, our team helps clients achieve meaningful goals so they can attain their best possible quality of life.

We see meaningful relationships develop, independence regained and life after brain injury lived with passion and purpose.

For over 40 years, Baby’s Breath has been Canada’s only national foundation focused on SIDS, and more recently also dedicated to supporting families and encouraging research aimed at reducing all sudden and unexpected infant deaths including stillbirths. The death of an infant is devastating not only for the parents, but for the entire family. Siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends are all affected by the sudden death of a baby. Baby’s Breath believes no one should endure the grief of such loss alone. Our foundation and grief counsellors are here to help.

We save dogs from the cold, from high kill shelters and from extreme situations. We promise to give them a better life and we strive to do just that. We do it for the love of the dogs.

BC & Alberta Guide Dogs breeds, raises, and professionally trains Guide Dogs for individuals who are Blind or low vision, Autism Service Dogs for children ages three to seven and their families, and Occupational Stress Injury (OSI) PTSD Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders living with the lasting effects of trauma, including Post Traumatic Stress.

Every dollar raised helps support the full journey of these life changing dogs, from breeding and puppy raising to veterinary care, food, expert training, and carefully matched placements. Donor support also ensures clients and their Service Dogs continue to receive care, guidance, and support throughout their working partnership, retirement, and aftercare.

Fundraisers can get involved by signing up, setting a goal, and rallying friends, family, and colleagues to support their efforts. Be a part of something meaningful and help raise funds that change lives and reconnect people with their communities.

Between friends provides quality social, recreation, and development opportunities so that people with disabilities can connect grow and belong.

BBBS provides mentorship for children and youth ages 6-24 years at critical times in their life. Seeking individual mentors to work with our clients one on one, postive mentorship enhances our clients lives on a day to day basis and sets them up for success into the future.

Since 1994, Breakfast Club of Canada has been working with partners from all sectors to help children access a nutritious breakfast and reach their full potential. Accredited by Imagine Canada for its effective governance, the Club helps reach more than 420 000 children in over 3,000 programs in academic and community settings across the country. The goal: breakfast for every child, every day.

At
Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids (BB4CK)
we care for kids and families across the food insecurity spectrum, providing lunches at school as immediate support, creating a connection and a sense of belonging in the community, offering families a dignified choice through grocery cards, and advocating for systemic change in Calgary’s emergency food sector.

We know consistent access to nutritious food has immense positive impacts on kids’ physical health, social connections, and mental health.

At present, we provide nutritious food to
close to 8,000 kids
each school day in
over 290 Calgary schools
.

Thank you for being part of a community that cares for kids!

**Donation match alert**

Thanks to
Alberta dairy farmers – Alberta Milk
, all donations made to BB4CK through the 2026 Servus Calgary Marathon will be
matched
—
up to $30,000!
That means every dollar you raise supports twice as many kids!

As a charitable organization we are an innovative force, providing high quality person-centred care and services to optimize well-being and enrich people’s lives. With your support, together we can advance this mission and further transform the quality of life of those who benefit from our care and services in the communities where we operate.

As the fundraising partner for the Calgary Catholic School District, the Calgary Catholic Education Foundation strengthens Catholic education by investing in students’ full formation—mind, body, and spirit. Your fundraising helps remove barriers to learning and belonging, including wellness supports, inclusion, and basic needs, while also fueling opportunities that build leadership, faith, and service. This is practical help, delivered through schools, rooted in Catholic identity: dignity of every child, community, and hope. Join Team CCEF and make your race mean more than a finish time.

The Calgary Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association is a volunteer based federally registered charitable organization that serves people with celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity and dermatitis herpetiformis. The Calgary Chapter offers support, information, programs and events to its members; most of whom reside in Calgary and Southern Alberta. With research incentives and programs powered by our donors, community networking, and mutual support, we are regaining power over our disease, our bodies, and our lives.

The Calgary Climate Hub is a volunteer-led, registered charity that unites a diverse group of Calgarians committed to working together to support meaningful local action on climate change. We represent a variety of communities, industries, cultures and causes. We believe that a broad and diverse range of Calgarians and organizations need to be engaged on the climate crisis to develop impactful solutions that fit our unique political and economic circumstances. We operate 9 programs supporting community action on a wide range of issues, connected to quality of life and cost of living concerns.

Since 1962, Calgary Counselling Centre (CCC) has provided compassionate, professional, and affordable mental health services to Calgarians of all ages, some as young as 3. Last year, more than 57% of our clients were economically disadvantaged individuals, couples and families that required assistance with their counselling fees, no one was turned away regardless of their ability to pay. During our 60th anniversary year, the Centre remains committed to providing barrier-free access to services and has not had a waitlist in 17+ years; ensuring those who need help can access it when needed.

Calgary Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization raising funds for healthcare. We find opportunities to work with donors, medical specialists, community partners, and the public to invest in innovation across the entire healthcare system, all with the goal of offering patients quicker recoveries, improved health outcomes, and a better quality of life. givehealth.ca

At Calgary Humane Society, we exist to create a more humane world – when animals are at their most vulnerable, our dedicated care sees them through.  We are always there to protect and nurture the welfare of all animals with kindness and love, and in turn, animals remind us every day what it truly means to be human.
We believe in inclusive animal welfare—every animal, every person, and every situation are welcome through our doors.
Our mission: Protect animals. Support people. Create a more humane world.

At Calgary Meals On Wheels we improve the food security and well-being of our community by preparing and delivering nutritious, quality, and affordable meals.

The Calgary Police Foundation, operating as the Calgary Police Youth Foundation, has a purpose to educate children and youth about good citizenship, safe communities, policing and avoiding victimisation and criminality.

We do this by supporting seven child and youth Programs that focus on crime prevention, education, early intervention, and risk reduction. The Programs target areas where the need is the greatest and help us create a community where all children and youth have the opportunity to thrive and succeed. These Programs are delivered by the Calgary Police Service (CPS) and other agency partners including the City of Calgary – Calgary Neighbourhoods, and Alberta Health Services.

We connect people and organizations who want to make a difference with the opportunity to improve our shared community through the Library. All donations received through the Library Foundation enhance Calgary Public Library collections, programming, and services.

Calgary Quest Children’s Society (Quest) empowers children and young adults with developmental disabilities and unique learning needs through education, skill-building, and meaningful community connections to inspire growth and foster independence.

Quest is one of the few organizations in Calgary dedicated to supporting children and young adults with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. Our organization is built on two primary branches:

Calgary Quest School:
We provide an inclusive, supportive, and therapeutic educational environment for students aged 6-20 with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. Our approach is highly individualized, focusing on the unique strengths and needs of each student. We create a nurturing space where students can grow academically, emotionally, and socially, building the foundation for a successful future.

Calgary Quest Resources (CQR):
CQR provides essential programs and services designed to support young people with disabilities across different stages of life while also providing vital support to their families. These programs help children and young adults develop skills, build connections, and enjoy meaningful experiences in a safe and inclusive environment. Programs include:

Centre for Opportunity:
Delivered in a group learning environment, our program focuses on life skills development, personalized learning, and meaningful experiences, equipping participants aged 18-28 to confidently navigate their transition into adulthood.

Summer Adventure Camp:
An inclusive summer camp experience for children age 6-19, featuring weekly themes and specialized life skills camps for older participants.

Before & After Care:

We provide before and after school care to students, offering them a safe and supportive environment for socialization and skill building.

Calgary Search and Rescue Association (CALSARA) is a dedicated volunteer organization committed to providing professional aid to those in distress. CALSARA’s mission is to provide trained, professional, and dedicated ground search and rescue, community education, public safety, and emergency disaster response to the communities of Calgary and surrounding areas. CALSARA has a team of over 60 dedicated volunteers who commit time to training, regular meetings, administration responsibilities, public education, and meticulous upkeep of specialized equipment.

The Calgary Society for Persons with Disabilities (CSPD) makes it their mission to provide support to adults with developmental disabilities to reach their greatest potential through quality residential services and community access.

At the CSPD, it’s more than just providing services; it’s creating a family. Persons with disabilities are paired up with friends and caregivers in an atmosphere where everyone feels as connected as family. It feels like home.

Calgary Stetson Show Band is a community focused registered charity that delivers unique performance experiences for youth as one of Canada’s premier youth performing arts programs.

Combining music with movement to produce unforgettable experiences the organization provides opportunities for youth to develop musical skills in a unique, fun and exciting performance-based atmosphere.

“CADS Calgary
is a volunteer based non-profit charity that provides opportunities for people with disabilities to experience the joy of learning, participating and competing in alpine Snowsports. CADS Calgary is recognized as being the largest single location CADS program in Canada with 150-200 students each year.

Our aim is to create a safe, inclusive and fun learning environment. More than just sliding, our participants learn tangible life skills, gain confidence, and develop life long friendships!”

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives. We raise funds to fuel the brightest minds in cancer research. We provide a compassionate support system for all those affected by cancer, across Canada and for all types of cancer. Together with patients, supporters, donors and volunteers, we work to create a healthier future for everyone. Because to take on cancer, it takes all of us. It takes a society.

It is Canadian Mental Health Association – Calgary Region’s (CMHA Calgary) mission to be a leader in reducing the impact of mental illness and addiction in community. For more than 60 years, we have provided a person and family centered integrated service model focused on early intervention and prevention of a mental health or substance use concern that delivers a measurable increase in community resiliency. Our long standing belief is that recovery is possible. Our recovery model focuses on wellness by shifting the emphasis from a narrow, limiting view of a diagnosis, towards empowering individuals, building their strengths, resiliency and hope for a meaningful life. This recovery is demonstrated in the advancement of Peer Support where individuals with personal experience of a mental health or substance use concern are trained to support others through shared understanding and hope.

The Cancer Research Society is a national not-for-profit organization whose sole mission is to fund research on all types of cancer to help prevent, detect, and treat this disease.

Cancer remains the leading cause of death in Canada
affecting 2 in 5 Canadians and, despite progress made through research for many types of cancer, one in four cancer patients will not survive their diagnosis.

One thing is clear: Advances through prevention, detection and treatments begin with research. Overall, research has led to remarkable progress. Survival rates for some cancers now exceed 70%, 80% and even 90%.

Since 1945, the Cancer Research Society has invested $388 millions in research across Canada. In 2023 alone, 124 research projects were funded to support of cancer research and better care.

Life is unexpected. Carya is here.

Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. With over a century of expertise, we know there is no one-size-fits-all solution, but remain rooted in our belief that everyone, regardless of circumstance, deserves access to the support they need. By reducing barriers, Carya impacts the lives of thousands of Calgarians each year through comprehensive programs and services that enhance mental well-being, strengthen families, improve living conditions, and create meaningful social connections that create strong families and communities for generations.

Families are finally talking about mental health. CASA Mental Health is treating it.

CASA is an established and accredited non-profit provider of clinical mental health services. CASA relies on support from donors and community members to serve more kids in what we call the missing middle.

Partners such as family doctors and community programs already focus on prevention and promotion in the community, while Alberta Health Services delivers acute care in cases of hospitalization. CASA serves children and youth aged three to 18 with mental health conditions who need more service than what their community can provide but who may not require hospitalization. While CASA’s services centre around the child, we also wrap our support around the entire family.

Cassie + Friends is the only charity in Canada dedicated 100% to the pediatric rheumatic disease community. Since 2007, we’ve raised over $1.5 million dollars to transform the lives of kids and families affected by Juvenile Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases.

Working with patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, researchers and other friends, we provide life-changing support, education, community and research to help kids and families face the ups and downs of life with a chronic condition.

The Centre for Newcomers supports immigrants and refugees in building successful lives in Canada. We provide language training, job placement support, youth and family services, and programs promoting cultural integration. Funds raised will directly support newcomer families and refugees as they adjust to life in Calgary.

We’re a Canadian charity entirely dedicated to helping children with cancer. We do this by raising awareness, investing in critical pediatric oncology research and clinical trials, and providing support to families throughout their journey.
Our mission across Canada is to create victories for Canadian children with cancer through investment in national, collaborative, lifesaving research, empowering education, and community programs.

Children First Canada is a strong, effective and independent voice for

all

children in Canada.

We have a bold and ambitious vision that together we can make Canada the best place in the world for kids to grow up.© We are mobilizing an alliance of Canada’s leading children’s charities and hospitals, research institutes, corporations that invest in kids, teachers, parents and kids themselves. We are improving children’s well-being by building greater awareness among Canadians about the urgent needs of kids in our country, and mobilizing government and other key influencers to change the status quo.

Children’s Birthday Miracles brings joy to children in need through our parternships at Kids Cancer Care, Children’s Cottage Society, YW Calgary, Alberta Children’s Hospital and Stollery Children’s Foundation. We ensure every child can celebrate their birthday. Marathon fundraisers help us deliver birthday boxes, gifts, cakes, and experiences to children in shelters and hospitals. Participants can get involved by registering, setting a personal fundraising goal, and sharing their story with their network. Fundraisers will receive a personalized thank you note from the children who receive your donation, with special recognition for top fundraisers and teams. Every step you run helps create a moment of joy a child will never forget.

Building strong children and safe nurturing families through prevention programs and support services.

Children’s Cottage Society is dedicated to building strong healthy children and safe nurturing families through prevention programs and support services. We work with families to increase protective factors and decrease risk factors as a strategy to promote child development, effective and nurturing parenting, and to support and strengthen family functioning. These efforts keep our promise to children, “to help your parents keep you safe so that you can grow up to be healthy and happy.”

We are a registered national charity for patients and caregivers who have either Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA or bile duct cancer) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC or liver cancer). These are rare and aggressive cancers. We offer monthly patient and caregiver support groups, mentorship program and provide patient care kits which we send out to newly diagnosed patients.

Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division and Centre for Suicide Prevention (CMHA AB + CSP) works to further community mental health and suicide prevention across the province. Together with CMHA Regions and our partners, we’re building an Alberta where people’s wellbeing is supported in their community – by a friend, a peer, a support group, their local CMHA office, or the medical system.
Our mission is a coordinated and effective system of community mental health and suicide prevention programs and services, and our vision is creating connected, resilient communities with pathways to mental wellbeing for all.

The Canadian CMV Foundation is a national charity committed to preventing congenital CMV infections and improving the quality of life for those affected in Canada. Our work focuses on raising awareness, supporting families, championing innovative research, and advocating for meaningful change. Join us in the fight against congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV), the most common infectious cause of disability in newborns. Fundraising as part of the Servus Calgary Marathon helps support vital awareness programs, advocacy for universal newborn screening, and resources for affected families across Canada. Getting involved is easy: register for the marathon, create your personal fundraising page under CMV Canada’s team, set a goal, and invite friends and family to support you. Fundraisers will receive exclusive prizes, including top quality branded CMV Canada gear and other fun surprises. Together, let’s make every step count for children impacted by cCMV!

The Cochrane & Area Humane Society is an open door animal shelter. Because we turn no animal away, sometimes animals arrive at our shelter in poor physical condition or with serious behaviour issues. Through the generosity of our donors and volunteers, we are able to provide extensive medical care and behavioural rehabilitation to animals in our care.

Empowering Parents, Strengthening Families
Connections for Families Society is committed to empowering parents with cognitive disabilities, guided by the belief that every parent has the right to raise their children with confidence and care. For more than 35 years,  We’ve worked alongside parents with developmental disabilities, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and acquired brain injuries, offering a continuum of services that meet families where they are and support their journey toward stability, independence, and resilience.

Investing in Families Creates Lasting Impact
Connections strengthens the community by helping families thrive. Providing support to keep a family stable and successful costs less than $10,000 per year. In contrast, the cumulative cost of child welfare intervention, court involvement, and foster care can exceed $750,000 per family. A small investment in support makes a profound difference—both for families and for our community as a whole.

For over 35 years, CUPS has supported Calgarians facing poverty, trauma, and homelessness. As a trusted community health centre, we offer integrated, trauma-informed, strengths-based healthcare, basic needs and housing support, and family and child development resources to help individuals and families access the tools they need to thrive. We address immediate needs while building trusted relationships, partnering with people as they pursue long-term well-being across multiple areas of life. We believe that with the right support, everyone has the capacity to create meaningful change, and we’re committed to making that possible, every step of the way.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada is a national not-for-profit corporation and one of the world’s top three charitable organizations committed to improving and lengthening the lives of people living with cystic fibrosis (CF). We are thrilled to share our updated Values and our new , driven by our community’s priorities.

CanLearn Society helps children, youth, adults and families living with literacy, learning, attention and related mental health challenges to learn and thrive.

We believe that learning changes lives, brings hope and improves quality of life.

We believe that individuals with learning, literacy and attention difficulties can achieve their full potential and become contributing members to society in a supportive and collaborative community.

Discovery House provides a continuum of care to women and their children fleeing domestic violence. We facilitate transitional housing, offering longer-term, safe places for women and children to call home while they begin rebuilding their lives. We provide mothers access to counselling, support and programs to ensure they never return to abusive partners. We work directly with children, to mitigate the effects of trauma and prevent the cycle from repeating.

Distress Centre Calgary provides 24-hour crisis support, professional counselling, youth peer support, and navigation and referrals through 211 and Coordinated Entry.

Our mission is to provide compassionate, accessible crisis and navigation support that enhances the health, well-being and resiliency of individuals in distress.

Our vision is to ensure everyone is heard.

Making a difference to children with special needs in Southern Alberta!

Dreams Take Flight stretches children’s minds. As poet Oliver Wendell Holmes wrote, “One’s mind, once stretched by a new idea, never regains its original dimensions.”

Dreams Take Flight Calgary has been taking deserving children with special needs from Southern Alberta to a world renowned California theme park since 1993. We raise our funding through corporate and private donations, charity golf tournaments and other fundraisers. We are a 100% volunteer charity with volunteers handling fundraising, flight planning, administration and governance. Air Canada donates the aircraft, but the ground crew, flight crew and other services required for the flight are donated. Our amazing medical team are volunteers as well!

With your support we can bring some magic to some very deserving Southern Alberta children and make their dreams come true.

As the dedicated fundraising partner for the Calgary Board of Education, EducationMatters has spent over 20 years enriching public school education and empowering students to reach their full potential. EducationMatters secures financial support for public education, enhances student experiences, and removes barriers to learning. These efforts have resulted in $24M raised and over 247 Calgary schools and educational partners supported.

Our mission is to support independence, quality of life and community participation for those with and those affected by epilepsy. The purpose of The Epilepsy Association of Calgary is a charitable social service agency established to address community, individual and family needs related to epilepsy.

Ever Active is a national charity supporting children and youth, especially those who need it most, build confidence, connection, and well-being in their schools and communities. Our team of educators, health promoters, and community builders creates inclusive programs that inspire movement, joy, and belonging. We meet communities where they are, respond to local needs, and make well-being accessible for every child. With your support, we can reach more young people, strengthen their sense of belonging, and help them thrive because their well-being today shapes all our tomorrows.

Our mission at Families Matter is to enable and strengthen families by fostering resilience and well-being among caregivers and children. We envision a closely-knit community where parents and caregivers receive the necessary support during challenging moments in their journey of nurturing and raising children, ultimately ensuring the happiness and health of our children.

FACE was founded by parents who realized their children with physical disabilities needed a safe space to work on their therapy to ensure their bodies remained supple to reduce pain, increase independence and strength and most importantly enhance their overall wellbeing. FACE provides a unique therapy called Conductive Education which does not limit children with movement delays to their wheelchairs. Without such a program these children are at risk of contractures which restricts their bodies as they lose the ability to move, or for some children they will lose strength to hold themselves up. Movement is the essence of keeping them mentally engaged and part of their community and FACE ensure they have fun while learning essential skills for life.

FearIsNotLove serves approximately 20,000 individuals each year through a comprehensive range of innovative programs and services. Our mission is to inspire and build a dignity driven movement cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse. We work to create a safe and judgment free space for children, youth, adults, and families. Started in 1974 as the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter, we provide free programs and services to people impacted by domestic violence and abuse. From prevention and education to counselling and emergency supports, we are here to help.

Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is a not for profit and the largest funder of vision research in Canada. Since 1974, FBC has been driven by a singular mission: offering hope and help to the vision loss community through groundbreaking research, impactful programs, and unwavering support. Through funds raised, they have invested over $42 million in research and $5 million in educational programs, supported over 220 grants, and contributed to 850 scientific discoveries. Your support is critical to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible in vision health.

Since 1979, Foothills Academy Society has been a cornerstone of Calgary, focused on supporting children, youth and their families with Learning Disabilities and ADHD.

Foothills Academy offers a full-time school program as well as services including Read/Write & Math Intervention, Psychological Services & Programs, Community Workshops, Professional Development, and Amicus Camp & Recreation for the external community through Estelle Siebens Community Services.

Run for Fragile X Canada and be the spark that lights the way for families across the country! Fragile X is a genetic condition that can create unique challenges, but together, we see it as a source of strength, resilience, and inspiration. By joining our team, you’ll turn every KM into momentum, driving innovative research, building brighter futures, supporting and lifting up families who need it most. Let’s lace up, run with heart, and leave an impact that stretches far beyond the finish line. Ready to change lives? Let’s do this!

Gems is the organization you can count on to help women who have survived ALL forms of abuse (trafficking, control, financial, physical and more) by providing scholarships to life changing education (The Esthetic Institute, ABES College, Booking Keeping, University and more!)
We are also the proud founders of Hope’s Cradle which is a legal and anonymous infant safe surrender site for women to choose when they feel there is no where else to turn. We have several locations already and are growing across Canada.
There are many other elements of Gems which you can learn about on our website or by reaching out and asking any questions you may have!
Thank you for choosing GEMS and choosing to make a proactive change in a survivor’s life forever.

Support the Great Divide Trail Association!

The Great Divide Trail (GDT) is more than just a trail; it’s a vital corridor through the breathtaking wilderness of the Canadian Rockies—a true Canadian jewel. Spanning over 1,100 kilometers along the continental divide between Alberta and British Columbia, the GDT invites adventurers to spend days, nights, or months navigating rugged terrain and stunning landscapes. This remarkable trail offers a challenging yet rewarding experience, immersing hikers in the splendor of nature.

At the Great Divide Trail Association, we are deeply committed to maintaining, protecting, and promoting this incredible trail. Your support helps us continue to advocate for the protection of these environments, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the trail and the health benefits that come with outdoor recreation in this scenic wilderness.

Access to the GDT means more than just a hiking experience; it provides an opportunity for individuals to reconnect with nature, promoting mental and physical well-being. Studies show that spending time outdoors can enhance mood, reduce stress, and improve overall health. By engaging with the GDT, hikers not only experience the beauty of the wilderness but also contribute to vital conservation efforts.

Here’s how your donations make a tangible impact to help protect and maintain our trails:

$20 donation equips one trail volunteer for a maintenance trip with personal protection equipment.

$150 donation provides a new tool, such as a rogue hoe or pole saw, to assist in trail work.

$250 donation supports a crew for a day, allowing for several kilometers of trail clearing and maintenance.

$1,000 donation contributes to major trail infrastructure improvements and repairs, such as small footbridges, backcountry campgrounds, or green thrones.

$5,000 donation supports comprehensive maintenance initiatives in remote and challenging areas, where access is limited and requires specialized equipment and planning. This amount also represents the average yearly volunteer cost for basic trail maintenance—such as minor deadfall removal and corridor clearing—along 100 km of the Great Divide Trail.

Every donation helps us safeguard the Great Divide Trail and create unforgettable wilderness experiences for adventurers. Together, we can ensure that the beauty and spirit of the GDT endure for generations to come while also nurturing the ecosystems that make it so special.

Thank you for your support! ❤️

Heart & Stroke is a leading funder of life-saving research, which has led to breakthroughs such as heart transplant surgery and a revolutionary stroke treatment that cuts the death rate by 50%. We empower Canadians to live healthier lives — from preventing and controlling high blood pressure to getting more physical activity. And we fight for change that will create better health for all, such as reducing salt in the food supply and improving access to stroke rehabilitation.

Since 2012, the Hindu Cultural Society of Central Alberta has been a vibrant hub for culture, connection, and community service. We bring people together through joyous open celebrations like Diwali, Holi, and Navratri, while providing a vital support network for new immigrants settling in the region. By fundraising for us, you are helping to preserve rich traditions, foster social inclusion, and build a welcoming ‘home away from home’ for families across Central Alberta. Your support ensures we can continue to serve our diverse and growing community.

HomeSpace is a charity that builds, maintains, and manages affordable housing for vulnerable Calgarians. We own and run a portfolio of 927 units of housing in over 35 properties throughout Calgary — serving over 1300 residents.

Our vision is “a home for everyone in our community.”

HOPE Worldwide Canada – Calgary Chapter is made up of a diverse group of volunteers from all over Canada and we are looking to provide a variety of services throughout Calgary! Some of the programs we focus on include community clean-ups, fundraisers to serve at the centers of HOPE worldwide Philippines, supporting Calgary’s food bank in their mission to fight hunger, and bringing hope to people in hospitals or away from their families during special holidays, such as Christmas. Our Fundraising will help support these programs and as we grow our chapter we will expand our services to other programs throughout Calgary and HOPE Centers around the world.

Hull Services is a leader in child and youth mental health, partnering with young people and families in our communities to build resilience today for a brighter tomorrow. Hull Services supports over 8,000 youth and families every year through our 28 programs and services, and has been supporting youth and families for 63 years.

Human Appeal Canada is an international humanitarian organization dedicated to ending poverty and supporting communities affected by disaster and conflict. Through sustainable development projects, emergency relief, and orphan support programs, we provide life-saving assistance to vulnerable families around the world. Our charity runners help raise critical funds to deliver food, water, medical aid, and long-term solutions that empower communities to rebuild their lives.

Indspire is an Indigenous national charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada.

For over 20 years, Inn from the Cold has provided emergency shelter and support to Calgary’s most vulnerable. Today, Inn from the Cold integrates a Housing First philosophy into all its programs and services to assist families in housing crisis to achieve independence. From diversion and prevention, to emergency shelter and housing with supports, the Inn provides a robust continuum of care designed to address poverty, homelessness and housing insecurity. Working collaboratively within Calgary’s family-sector of the homeless-serving system of care, the Inn’s Social Return on Investment provides a $4.63 of social and economic value for every dollar invested in its emergency shelter and housing programs. For more information visit: www.innfromthecold.org.

IAACC strives to provide opportunities for all artists, promotion of the arts and bring a thriving arts community to East Calgary. When you support International Avenue Arts and Culture Community (IAACC) you are helping to build a thriving arts community in East Calgary by providing opportunities for all artists to participate in art initiatives within the community.

IAACC is fully emersed in creating a safe art and culturally based community for everyone to enjoy. Some of these include:
* Artist in Residency Program- 2 sessions per year, 3 months each. Selected artists are grants full access to Fuse33 Makerspace (paid for through IAACC) as an educational opportunity to learn new equipment, new skills, expand their artistic discipline, network with like-minded peers and build community in a safe space. After the Artist in Residency session is complete, 1 artist is selected for a paid internship hosting free public workshops over the course of 6 weeks. This artist further gains skills to teach public classes, share their artistic vision and assist with building a safe arts community.
* Support artists or community organizations with arts & culturally based projects based in East Calgary.
* Annually we host our Lantern-Fest, celebrating the cultural lantern festivals from around the world. The evening is full of free activities and entertainment followed by a lantern parade after sunset.

An affordable housing charity working with communities to create housing. Focus: Elderhouse a supported living prototype for seniors designed with seniors . Safe, dignified age-in-place housing.

Run for Grandma, Grandpa, Mum, Dad, Friend or Neighbour!
Help us build a new way for vulnerable seniors to live with dignity in THEIR COMMUNITY. COVID 19 unveiled some uncomfortable truths about the state of Eldercare.

Junior Achievement Southern Alberta is one of the region’s most impactful youth-serving charities, helping more than 55,000 students each year build financial confidence, career readiness, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Through free hands-on programs delivered by business and community volunteers, students learn how money works, how careers are built, and how their ideas can shape the future. By supporting Junior Achievement, you’re not just funding programs, you’re opening doors for young people to see what’s possible, believe in themselves, and take meaningful steps toward bright, successful futures.

Supporting Pet Families Through Pet Cancer and Loss
Who We Are
Kali’s Wish Cancer Foundation is the only charity in North America dedicated to supporting families through pet cancer and end-of-life care. Inspired by the love and memory of Kali, the heart dog of our Board Chair, Laura Leah English, a golden retriever who passed away from cancer at just seven years old, we were founded on a simple vision: no one should face pet cancer or loss alone.
Our Mission
We provide Guardians and their families with emotional support, community connections, and practical resources to help navigate the challenges of pet cancer and saying good-bye.
Our Vision is for no one to face pet cancer or loss alone.

Supporting The Kidney Foundation makes an impact where it matters most. Donors are a vital force supporting those affected by kidney disease, advancing world-class research, and promoting kidney health and organ donation.

Fundraising campaigns fuel the Foundation’s vital work and raise much-needed awareness for the 1 in 10 Canadians with kidney disease and millions more at risk.

Our programs are uniquely designed to meet the needs of the whole family at each stage of the cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. The foundation helps Alberta children and families by providing funding and programs in these key areas: Camp and Outreach; Research and Hospital; and Education Support and Scholarship programs.

We believe that no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sports. KidSport provides support to children in order to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport. We do this by:-Raising funds to provide sport opportunities for kids facing financial barriers.-Promoting the KidSport mission to other community agencies with a view to creating strategic alliances to support sport participation and physical activity opportunities for kids.-Advocating the importance of all kids having access to sport programs and advocate the value and benefit of kids playing sport in the pursuit of lifelong health and wellness.

At Kindred, we’re convinced the key to living well is healthy relationships with self, family, and others. Yet, relationships are complicated and sometimes we find ourselves vulnerable and disconnected from loved ones. Kindred’s purpose is to realize the power of human connection and it shapes everything we do.

We provide accessible counselling to individuals and families, and services for pregnant and parenting people experiencing vulnerabilities. Our team works alongside caregivers and children to build positive attachments, as early as possible, which supports families in flourishing.

From single session counselling to family therapy, our low-barrier offerings help people create healthy connections with themselves, their biological or chosen family, and community. We provide road maps toward healing when essential relationships are ruptured and timely mental health support that can inspire confidence with self and others.

Healthy human connection is possible, and together we can realize it. On behalf of our team, welcome to Kindred!

Light Up the World (LUTW) is a Canadian non-profit organization focused on the principle that access to energy changes lives. LUTW brings light and electricity through solar community projects to schools, medical clinics, and homes in very remote areas in developing countries where families are still living off-the-grid (without light). Light is just the beginning. It enables education, saves money, brings economic opportunities, and improves health conditions as people stop using toxic sources of lighting.

The Canadian Liver Foundation is committed to improving the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of liver disease in Canada. We are proud to be able to support Canada’s top liver experts as well as promising new investigators and trainees who are tackling this growing health crisis. Together we are answering questions: together we are bringing liver research to life.

The Love for Lewiston Foundation exists to create awareness, bring joyful experiences through spreading love and directing money to support local SMA families, and ultimately raising funds focused on treatments and finding a cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy through SMA Research and supporting The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation initiatives.

For a child or youth who has experienced abuse, Luna is here to light the way forward. Our team of experts from health, children and family services, law enforcement, justice, and victim services works together from one location to help young people and their families in all phases of their healing journey. We light the path to resilient futures.

The Lupus Society of Alberta is a non-profit organization formed to provide education and support for lupus patients, their families, and friends. Funds are raised to further lupus research, promote public awareness, and provide education to the community at large.
The Lupus Society of Alberta was registered as a society in 1973 and has the distinction of being one of the first lupus organizations in the world.

Dealing with lymphoma can be overwhelming, whether you’re a patient yourself or you know someone who is. But you don’t have to face it alone. We connect patients, their family and friends, medical professionals, researchers, volunteers, and donors to build a strong lymphoma community. A community that conducts research to learn lymphoma’s causes, to develop better treatments, and to find a cure. A community that helps people talk about and cope with the fifth most common cancer in Canada. A community that invites you to get and give support.

Made by Momma is a grassroots non-profit organization and registered Canadian charity located in Calgary. We help families facing situations of adversity and crisis by providing healthy prepared meals, wholesome baked goods, baby essentials, children’s items, supportive in-home visits, and many other services. This allows mothers and caregivers the time they need to rest, recover, and focus on their families and their health. Made by Momma is run by our team of dedicated volunteers. Because of this, we are able to keep our operating costs low, maximizing the value of every donated dollar and item.

Make-A-Wish® is the world’s leading wish-granting organization, serving children with critical illnesses in every community across Canada by granting their most heartfelt wish.

Make-A-Wish Canada’s goal is to bring every eligible child’s wish to life. In 2024, we granted over 2,100 life changing wishes across the country.

A wish is a personalized journey that inspires a child and engages their family and community to bring hope and joy to the child with the illness.

In fact, there are extensive research studies that show a wish is a wonderful, moving, life-altering experience with real benefits that can last a lifetime:

9 out of 10 wish kids reported that the wish experience relieved them from traumatic stress.

9 out of 10 medical providers say a wish increased compliance with treatment.

8 out of 10 kids reported that their wish gave them the strength to fight their critical illness.

9 out of 10 medical providers observed that the wish experience has a positive impact on a child’s overall quality of life.

Every year, close to 6,000 more children in Canada are diagnosed with a critical illness – that’s more potential wish kids every year.

Right now, we have over 184 eligible kids waiting for wishes in Southern Alberta, with more being referred every day. Support from people like you make it possible for us to continue granting life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses.

Thank you!

Making Changes is a community of women helping women and their families through life transition by providing them with the skills and resources to support their pursuit of meaningful work and educational opportunities. Supporting over 2,800 women and girls each year, we help pave the way for financial independence and inclusion!

MEOW Foundation was established in 2000 as a no-kill registered charity and humane society dedicated to saving the lives of stray and abandoned cats in Calgary.

We all need energy. It is as simple — and complex — as that.

Every one of us is fueled by trillions of microscopic powerhouses called
mitochondria
. These tiny, mighty, energy-producing structures generate the energy we need to survive. Our major organs use the most energy so when mitochondria fail, we struggle to think, breath, move and live. We are all at risk of inheriting or developing mitochondrial disease. It can affect anyone at any age. There is no cure.

There is, however, hope! MitoCanada is dedicated to ensuring that all lives are powered by healthy mitochondria. We are the only Canadian charity dedicated to mitochondrial support, education, awareness and research.

At MS Canada, we are joined by the vision of a world free of multiple sclerosis (MS). Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world with 12 Canadians diagnosed every day. The MS Community is at the heart of MS Canada, and we continue to be relentless in our pursuit of hope, answers, treatments, and programs that will impact the lives of people affected by MS across the country. Your donations help create a world free of MS. For more information visit mscanada.ca.

Our mission is to deliver Christmas spirit into the homes and hearts of those who need it most and invite everyone to believe (again!) in the true spirit and The Magic of Christmas.

We are a 32 bed women’s shelter that provides services & programs in a unique Indigenous atmosphere to families of all cultures who have suffered from family violence and all forms of abuse. Our services include in-house & outreach programs along with child support programs, family violence prevention, therapist & Justice Systems Navigator Program. We also have a Family Wellness Centre that provides multiple programs including Women’s & Men’s Healing Circles, beading classes, youth programs, parenting classes & Connections to Healing Program. During the year equine therapy, hand drum workshops, sweats & many other workshops are offered where all supplies * teachings are provided at no cost to the client. On behalf of our staff & the families we serve, thank you so much for your kindness & your generosity.

The Northmount Kiwanis Club helps the disadvantaged in our city focusing mainly on children; and provides our members the opportunity of helping the children of the world in an environment of fun and fellowship.

Northmount Kiwanis Club is a diverse group of men and women from various age brackets, cultures and religions. We typically meet three times a month for dinner meetings, volunteer outings or speaker events.

The Northmount Kiwanis family also includes sponsoring a Circle K Club (university students), a Key Club (High School students) and an Aktion Club (involving those living with disabilities.)

Ovarian Cancer Canada champions the health and wellbeing of women with ovarian cancer and others at risk of this disease while advancing research to save lives. As the only registered Canadian charity solely dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer, the organization provides leadership in research, advocacy, and support, so that women live fuller, better, longer lives.

Pacekids empowers children with diverse needs and their families through excellence in therapy, education, and play. We operate two Preschool and Kindergarten facilities in Calgary alongside a Community and In-home division that provides mobile care where families need it most. Our passionate team of teachers, classroom therapeutic aides, and onsite therapeutic professionals combine to provide individualized care for children with autism spectrum disorder, Down Syndrome, global developmental delays, hearing and sight loss, and more. No matter the case, each child is given the opportunity to adapt, grow, and thrive during these crucial first years of their educational journey.

PADS partners individuals with disabilities, Veterans and first responders, and community care professionals with certified assistance dogs.
Specialized programs serve diverse needs across Western Canada:

Hearing Dogs alert Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients to critical sounds, including alarms, doorbells, and even a baby’s cry or their name being called;

Mobility Service Dogs enhance independence and community access for clients with physical disabilities, including multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and spinal cord injuries, by performing essential tasks such as opening doors, retrieving dropped items, and providing mobility support.

PTSD Service Dogs support Veterans and first responders living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. They promote emotional stability and reintegration into daily life with grounding and calming interventions.

Accredited Facility Dogs work alongside community professionals in justice, victim services, education and healthcare. These dogs, support children with special needs, aid in trauma recovery, and create a sense of safety during moments of crisis.

VIP (Very Important Pet) Dogs bring companionship and joy to individuals with physical or developmental disabilities, enriching quality of life through the human-animal bond.

For 38 years, PADS has championed independence and built inclusive communities where people of all abilities can thrive.

At Pancreatic Cancer North America, we have made it our mission to support Canadians who have been affected by pancreatic cancer, while working to provide top of the line treatment and prevention options coast to coast. We are now moving into 2026 and have new and exciting ways to extend that support and work to increase the overall rate of pancreatic cancer survival.​

We are a source of support, education and inspiration for people with PD and PD+. We rely on our generous supporters to ensure we can support our Parkinson community.

Parkinson Canada is the voice of Canadians living with Parkinson’s disease. From diagnosis to discovery. You can count on us to be there at every step of your Parkinson’s journey. We provide education and services to support you, your family and your health team, online, by telephone and in person.

Parkinson Canada advocates with federal, provincial and territorial governments on issues that matter to the Parkinson’s community in Canada. The Parkinson Canada Research Program funds innovative research to search for better treatments and a cure. Parkinson Canada is an Imagine Canada accredited organization.

The Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre (PILSC) provides no-cost, trauma-informed support for individuals and families navigating reproductive grief such as pregnancy and infant loss and infertility. Demand for these services continues to grow, with many families seeking support after leaving the hospital and finding few specialized resources available.

By choosing PILSC, your fundraising helps make sure people don’t have to go through loss alone. Join Team PILSC by selecting us as your charity and creating a fundraising page. Every dollar makes a real difference.

Providence is a registered charitable organization with programs designed to support preschool children between the ages of 19 months and six years of age with any type of disability. Our experience covers a range of disabilities including, but not limited to: Speech and language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, sensory disabilities, visual impairment, Global Developmental Delay, deaf or hard-of-hearing, genetic disorders, and rare or undiagnosed delays/disorders. Our transdisciplinary team of educators and therapists ensures that every child receives tailored support. Join us in making a difference by supporting inclusive education and early intervention for children with diverse needs.

Radiance Family Society is a second-stage shelter for families escaping domestic violence. We provide up to 12 months of stability, ensuring survivors never have to return to abuse. Your gift changes lives:

$50 funds a child’s friendship group or activity workshop.
$100 provides trauma-focused counselling.
$250 equips our shelter with essential tools for families to thrive.
$500 provides a complete Move-In Kit (linens and kitchenware). Families take these items with them when they leave and transition back into the community, ensuring their new life begins with dignity.

Ronald McDonald House Charities® Alberta supports families seeking vital medical treatment for their seriously ill or injured child. Our warm, compassionate Houses provide a home-away-from-home for families who need to travel for medical reasons. When those families are experiencing one of life’s most difficult times – we offer them the gift of togetherness.

STARS is an air ambulance service that provides critical emergency medicine and rapid transport to those who might not otherwise have access to timely, vital care. We reach remote facilities, rural communities, recreational sites, secluded backcountry areas and often isolated incidents. We also facilitate safe patient transfer to major medical centres when time is of the essence and community hospitals don’t have the tools, equipment or expertise to handle cases of severe illness or trauma.

We envision a province where trans and gender diverse individuals are surrounded by positivity, affirmation, and support free from barriers, stigma, and discrimination.

To that end, our mission is to connect trans and gender diverse youth, adults, and families with comprehensive and low barrier access to the support they need and deserve.

SAMPS provides support to Myeloma patients and their care teams through advocacy, promoting awareness, collaboration, education and research funding.

In the decades since, Spinal Cord Injury Canada has been a part of substantial change that has helped individuals with spinal cord injury and other disabilities from coast to coast. The need for services for those with spinal cord injury and other physical disabilities is as important today as it was in 1945. In fact, this need will continue to grow.

The Starfish Canada educates and empowers young leaders working to better Canada’s natural environment. We provide learning opportunities, mentorship and coaching, and amplification of their ideas and innovations, all in an effort to support climate leadership across the nation.

Threads of Life is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to supporting families after a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease diagnosis. Our network of family members and corporate partners believes traumatic workplace injuries, occupational diseases and deaths are preventable. We help people affected by workplace tragedy to build resilience, form supportive connections, and find a way forward. We have the understanding and experience to support you and your loved ones with any form of workplace tragedy. Bringing hope, healing, and an end to workplace tragedies.

Every step you take helps save lives. Thrombosis Canada is a national charity dedicated to preventing blood clots (DVT, PE) and supporting patients and families through education, awareness, and resources for both the public and healthcare professionals. Join our Calgary Marathon Charity Challenge team, create your own fundraising page, and help raise awareness of this preventable condition. Fundraisers will receive a Thrombosis Canada T-shirt and recognition on our website and social media! Together, let’s run, walk, and fund a clot-free future.

For over 50 years, Tims Camps has been a leader in youth development programming, helping young people from underserved communities gain the skills and confidence to rewrite their stories for a brighter future. Across North America, Tims Camps has provided these life-changing experiences to nearly 350,000 youth—at no cost to them or their families. This is made possible through the generosity of Tim Hortons Restaurant Owners, guests, corporate sponsors, donors, and community partners.

Trellis Society (Trellis) is a registered non-profit dedicated to empowering individuals of all ages, backgrounds and experiences. We work alongside those affected by homelessness, poverty, social isolation, and other challenges by providing a range of services that include housing, community hubs, employment readiness, cultural connection, clinical supports and more.

True Patriot Love is Canada’s Foundation for the military community, working to support military members, Veterans, and their families at every stage of their journey.

The Ukrainian Women Advancement Association (UWAA) is a registered charity dedicated to empowering Ukrainian evacuee women and their children. Through its flagship Mentorship Program, UWAA pairs newcomer women with local volunteers to support English language practice, pre-employment skills, cultural integration, and community connection. Predominantly volunteer-run, UWAA also provides supplementary resources for children, access to community events, and opportunities that foster confidence, resilience, and belonging. UWAA remains committed to helping Ukrainian women build stability, independence, and brighter futures in Canada.

Kerby Centre is a not-for-profit organization committed to enhancing the lives of older adults in Alberta. Kerby Centre is one of Canada’s flagship agencies, setting the standard for older adult services, information, and programming. Our mission – To assist older people to live as well as possible for as long as possible as residents in the community.

A philosophy of “amputees helping amputees” has been the hallmark of The War Amps since 1918, when the organization was founded by amputee war veterans returning home from the First World War. Peer support, self-help and practical assistance are common threads that have been retained in the modern-day organization that developed from their efforts.

Wood’s Homes is a children’s mental health centre. We provide treatment and support for children, youth and families with mental health needs. Wood’s Homes is a place where children and families can turn to for help when they feel they have nowhere else to turn.

Wounded Warriors Canada (WWC) is a national mental health service provider dedicated to serving Trauma Exposed Organizations, Trauma Exposed Professionals and their families. WWC specializes in providing culturally informed services that utilize a combination of education, counselling, and training approaches to support resiliency and recovery from post-trauma injuries.

YCC – Youth Centres of Calgary is a grassroots home, an oasis located in a community where many of the children do not have access to safety, healthy role models, sports coaching, music lessons and many more of the developmental influences most Calgary kids have every day. YCC’s kids aged 9-16 can spend a few wonderful hours of after school time interacting with others and doing what kids love to do after school. This includes making new friends, gaining wisdom from ‘cool’ adult volunteers, free access to technology and homework help, music lessons, and access to sports equipment, games and art supplies. They can also get a healthy hot meal before they leave at 6:00pm, ready to take on the challenges of their lives. The aim of the program is to reduce the effects of cyclical poverty and to address the multitude of problems associated with vulnerable youth growing up in Calgary’s tipping point communities. This recent year has been particularly difficult for many families. There has been job loss, unpredictability, mental health concerns, and so much more. Our youth are increasingly affected by these troubling times in their homes and at school.

YCC’s work is ongoing, and impactful in the lives of many Calgary youth.

We believe that nourished youth can live happy, resilient and healthy lives.

The Executive Director of YCC was named Calgary’s Citizen of the Year for 2022.

The YouQuest Mission is to promote health and well-being for people with young-onset dementia (diagnosed under the age of 65)and their families by ensuring access to recreation therapy, counselling and peer support resources.

Our vision is to create community for people with young-onset dementia and their families to foster an active lifestyle.

Our goals include:

1. Creating a safe, welcoming place for participants to have a good day, providing choices for an active, healthy quality of life.

2. Establishing a reliable support network for unpaid care partners and families.

3. Increasing public awareness of young-onset dementia, especially for employers, insurers and the health system.

YW Calgary support our clients in meeting their immediate and most basic needs, then work directly with them to create positive change in their lives. We believe that healthy women and healthy families lead to thriving communities.