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Helping Hands
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There are many reasons why people need the services of charitable organizations. Each one of us has
likely fallen on rough times, or know of someone else who has. During the colder winter months, and
especially at Christmas, our hearts open up and we give freely where and when we can. However,
charitable organizations need to work relentlessly throughout the entire year. With fund-raising,
collecting, distributing donations, and of course keeping the organizations themselves well organized,
there is a continual need for support from the community as a whole.
We would like to provide you with a glimpse inside these organizations, and
hope that by doing so, we will encourage you to keep giving and offering support to these charities
year round. Please feel free to check back here on a regular basis. We will profile these
organizations, as we have information available. |
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Health
Alberta Cancer Foundation: 670-2433
The Arthritis Society: 228-2571
Canadian Cancer Society: 205-3966
Canadian Heart Foundation (Alberta): 264-5549
Individual & Family Well-Being
Rainbow Society of Alberta: 252-3891
Since 1986, The Rainbow Society of Alberta has been turning dreams into
reality for Alberta children diagnosed with a terminal or chronic illness. Help us continue our
commitment to Calgary and area children. You can help by donating a product/service, funds or your
time. For more information about The Rainbow Society, visit our site at The Rainbow Society
Make-A-Wish Foundation Of Alberta: 228-3666
The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children between the ages of
3 and 18 with life-threatening diseases. The Foundation was started in the United States in 1980 and
in Canada in 1983. We are an international organization with affiliates all over the United States,
Canada, and 19 other countries. For further information please visit our website at Make-A-Wish Foundation Of Alberta or call us at (403) 228-3666
Distress Centre/Drug Centre Volunteer Program: 266-1634
The Distress Centre/Drug Centre operates a 24 hour Crisis Line (266-1605)
that is answered entirely by professionally trained volunteers, with professional back up. We also
offer professional, face to face, crisis counselling at no fee. In addition, we have a Teen Line and
a Youth Drug Line, both operate on a peer support system. If you are interested in becoming a
volunteer for any of these lines. please contact Connie at 266-1634 during regular office hours.
Professional training is provided.
Brain Injury Rehabilitation Society: 297-0100
Calgary Inter-Faith Food Bank Society: 253-2055
Rehabilitation Society of Alberta: 263-8341
Multi Service Organizations
The Volunteer Centre of Calgary: 265-5633
The Volunteer Centre of Calgary provides a critical link between people
who want to make a difference in their communities and the many charitable organizations that
require volunteers, so that they may continue to help those in need. The Centre supports this
through the recruitment and referral of volunteers; the promotion of volunteerism in the community;
and the training and consultation of organizations. Find out how to make a difference by visiting
theVolunteer Centre of Calgary website, or by giving us a call at (403) 265-5633
The Calgary Children's Foundation: 263-5437
Financially assists various charities, service organizations and
individuals whose work supports the well-being of children--particularly children with physical,
mental or emotional challenges. The administrative support of QR77 Radio and the Westin Hotel
Calgary, and a volunteer executive, allow almost 100% of every donation to go to the children who
need it most. Visit our website at The Calgary Children's Foundation
Child Find Alberta: 270-3463 (24 Hours)
Services Provided:
- Aids in the location and recovery of children abducted by a parent or
stranger, and helps reunite these children with their lawful parent or guardian.
- Support, information and referral services for victims and their
families.
- Mediation services to attempt to prevent an abduction or to offer a
parent or guardian in flight, an alternative solution.
- Participates in the national network to locate missing children
(which includes law enforcement, social service and other agencies) in Canada and the U.S.
- Offers a fingerprinting service for pre-school and elementary school
children in Calgary and surrounding areas, including "All About Me I.D. Program".
- Public awareness programs such as displays at community and
professional gatherings, public speaking for school, community, church or professional groups.
Tailored presentations on streetproofing for all ages
If you have any further questions or comments, please feel free to call
me at the office anytime or drop me an e-mail at
childvol@aol.com ("Attention: Trevor") or visit our website at
Child Find Alberta
Canadian Down Syndrome Society: 270-8500
The Canadian Down Syndrome Society is located at 811 14th Street N.W.,
Calgary, Alberta T2N 2A4. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all individuals who
have Down syndrome. We are a national organization providing information and advocacy services for
those who care about individuals with Down syndrome. For more information, visit our website
at Canadian Down Syndrome
Society
Child Find Alberta: 270-3463
Metis Nation of Alberta: 569-8800
Red Cross Society: 541-4400
The Salvation Army: 284-9380
Service Clubs
Al Azhar (Shrine) Temple AAONMS: 239-0030
Habitat For Humanity Calgary: 253-9331
Sports & Recreation
Kid's Cancer Camps Of Alberta: 216-9210
Our goal is to provide appropriately supervised, cost-free camping
programs for children with a history of cancer and their siblings, in order that these children may
have the opportunity to participate in a variety of fun camp activities, develop new skills, form
positive peer relationships and develop greater independence and self-esteem. For more information
visit:
Kid's Cancer Camps Of Alberta
Alberta Amputee Sport & Recreation Association: 289-2820 |
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