$5 million donation helps CAMH reach vulnerable youth
July 6, 2009
Vulnerable youth facing mental illness and addiction will soon benefit from expanded services in new facilities, thanks to a donation of $5 million from the estates of Ken Thomson and his sister Audrey Campbell. The donation will enable the expansion of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s existing services through the creation of a new inpatient centre which will include a 9,000 square-foot unit for youth experiencing serious addiction and concurrent disorders (addiction and mental illness occurring simultaneously). For more information, visit: www.supportcamh.ca.
Participate in the consultation process for new CRA guidelines
July 6, 2009
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) recently released a proposed guidance on activities outside of Canada for Canadian registered charities, and would like your feedback. The proposed guidance is intended to help registered charities and applicants for charitable registration carrying on activities outside Canada to comply with the sections of the Income Tax Act relating to charitable registration.
The Charities Directorate would like your opinion about whether this guidance covers all relevant issues, how easy it is to understand and apply, and any other aspects of the proposed guidance. In addition, they welcome questions that would help them to develop a list of frequently asked questions related to this document.
For more information, visit: www.cra-arc.gc.ca.
Governor General awards honour Canadian women
July 6, 2009
The Honourable Helena Guergis, Minister of
State (Status of Women), announced the call for nominations for
the 30th Governor General's Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case.
The awards honour the "Persons Case" and the five Alberta women whose
determination led to a landmark victory in the struggle by Canadian women for
equality. The Famous Five achieved not only the right for women to serve in
the Senate, but also paved the way for women to participate in other aspects
of public life. Five awards in addition to one youth award are presented annually to
candidates chosen from across Canada. To be eligible for nomination,
candidates must be Canadian citizens over 30 years of age, or between 15 and
30 years of age for the youth award.
Deadline for nominations is July 31, 2009.
For more information, visit: www.swc-cfc.gc.ca.
Fast Fact: Canadians seem willing to donate money rather than time
July 6, 2009
Almost 23 million Canadians, or 84% of the population aged 15 and over, made a financial donation to a charitable or nonprofit organization during 2007, according to a recent report. During the same period, 12.5 million Canadians, or 46% of the population, volunteered their time through a group or organization. These rates were largely unchanged from a 2004 survey.
Canadians donated a total of $10.0 billion in 2007, up from $8.9 billion in 2004. In 2007, the average donation was $437, compared with $400 in 2004. These increases were not adjusted for inflation.
The total amount of time volunteered through groups and organizations amounted to about 2.1 billion hours, which was equivalent to almost 1.1 million full-time jobs. On average, volunteers contributed 166 hours each.
-- Statistics Canada
Alberta cyclists raise $6.9 million for cancer research and treatment
July 6, 2009
In its inaugural year, The Ride to Conquer Cancer emerged as a huge success for the Alberta Cancer Foundation, raising $6.9 million for cancer research in Alberta. Riders committed to cycling 200 kilometres through the Canadian Rockies in the two-day event.
Hundreds of volunteers were on hand to provide support over the course of the event including meals, water and snack stops, gear transport, portable restrooms, safety on the roads, and comprehensive medical services. Funds raised are used to support breakthrough research and the discovery of new cancer therapies to directly benefit patients at the Cross Cancer Institute, the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, and 15 other cancer centres across the province.
For more information, visit: ab10.conquercancer.ca.
Read Volunteer BC's newest state of volunteering report
July 6, 2009
Volunteer BC launched a new website to kick off the release of their new report about the state of volunteering in the province. The 2008 BC State of Volunteering Report gives both a broad view of the health of volunteerism in its many facets, as well as specific experiences and examples from which insights can be drawn from five distinct parts of the province. It also includes recommendations for action to address areas for improvement suggested by the findings, highlighting challenges alongside the success stories.
For more information, and to download the full report, visit: www.bcstateofvolunteering.org.
National funding available for projects benefitting women and girls
July 6, 2009
The Women's Community Fund of the Women's Program of Status of Women Canada recently announced their 2009 call for proposals.
Status of Women Canada will focus its support on projects that address its 2009 priorities:
- Improving women's and girls' economic security and prosperity;
- Encouraging women and girls in leadership and decision-making roles; and
- Eliminating violence against women and girls.
Funding is available to eligible not-for-profit and for-profit organizations to carry out projects at the local, regional, provincial/territorial and national levels.
The deadline for submissions under the new call for proposals is September 30, 2009.
For more information, visit: www.swc-cfc.gc.ca.
Fast Fact: US coporate giving falls flat
July 6, 2009
Although many US coporations attempted to fill in the gaps for struggling charities by pledging more support, corporate giving in 2008 fell from $10.47 billion in 2007 to $10.03 billion in 2008. The number of surveyed companies who increased their giving in this time period fell only slightly to 53%, from 56% in the 2006 - 2007 period. Twenty-seven percent of these companies increased their giving by 10% or more. Among those companies who increased their giving, non-cash gifts saw a 35% increase. Among those who decreased their giving program, cash grants were the hardest hit area. -- Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP)
Nominate a Burlington philanthropist for community award
July 6, 2009
The Burlington Community Foundation is now accepting nominations from individuals or nonprofits for their Philanthropist of the Year award. Nominations must include specific examples of:
- The community impact made by the nominee
- Evidence in leadership in philanthropy
- A demonstrated history of giving
- Involvement in volunteering
- A lifetime of personal philanthropic giving
Nominees must be residents of Burlington. The deadline for nominations is July 14, and the winner will be recognized at a gala dinner on November 5, 2009. For more information and to submit a nomination, visit: www.burlingtonfoundation.org.
New report explores the financial and regulatory burdens facing Canadian nonprofits
July 6, 2009
Canada’s third sector - the vital web of nonprofit, charitable, and voluntary organizations that provide programs and services, and knit together communities - is also a significant economic force. In recent years, governments have increasingly relied on nonprofit groups as the delivery agent of choice for government services. Canada’s non-profit maze is new research by Lynn Eakin and Associates, commissioned by the Wellesley Institute that provides a troubling picture of the financial and regulatory burdens facing the third sector. For more information, and to download the full report, visit: wellesleyinstitute.com.
Youth encouraged to apply for program funding in Calgary
July 6, 2009
Child & Youth Friendly Calgary (CYFC) is reminding young Calgarians that funding opportunities are still available through their program to assist youth in making a difference in Calgary. CYFC’s largest pot of available funds is through their YouthScape Go Grants initiative. Youth can apply for
grants up to a maximum of $2,500 for youth-led community based initiatives which specifically focus
on engaging or involving under-served or marginalized youth. Youth can also apply to the Opening Doors subsidy program, which aims to
reduce the rental costs of community facilities in order to enhance access for youth participation in positive
events and activities. For more information and to submit an application for funding, visit: www.cyfc.ca.
Salvation Army campaign drops 8.5% in 2009
July 6, 2009
The Salvation Army released the results of its 2009 Red Shield fundraising campaign, reporting an 8.5% drop over 2008. The month-long annual campaign held each May raised $2.47 million in 2009, versus $2.7 million last year. The campaign came up short of its $3 million goal which was the estimated amount needed to serve an increasing client base nationwide. The decreased totals were attributed to personal financial woes donors are experiencing due to the severe economic downturn. As the largest provider of social services outside the government, The Salvation Army is calling for new donations to help the organization deliver critical services to the poor. For more information, visit: www.salvationarmy.ca.
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