Bernard Smith knows better than most what the Salvation Army means to those in need. Three months ago, the 44-year-old father of three had just left a homeless shelter in St. Catharines and moved into his own apartment. His children, … Read more
With the season of giving well underway, some Calgary charities are struggling to meet their fundraising goals. Dwindling donations are attributed to everything from volunteer shortages to the recent economic downturn. Read more
The fourth annual OPP Christmas Charity Barbecue was held on Thursday, Dec. 1 at the Grenville County OPP detachment in Kemptville. A total of $2,984.35 was raised which was matched by the Kemptville Scotiabank for a grand total of $5,968.70! … Read more
Results to date show that $425,000 was raised.
It’s a fast, safe, fun and quick way to donate to charity. Participate in PayPal’s Unwrap the Joy campaign and then share the spirit of giving with your friends and family on Facebook and Twitter. Visit PayPal’s Facebook page, like, … Read more
Toronto, ON November 22, 2011 – Today, The Salvation Army announced the national launch of the 2011 annual Christmas Campaign. The campaign is aimed at raising money and awareness about the continued need for social service programs to support vulnerable … Read more
As The Salvation Army combats poverty this Christmas, overwhelming need for its programs and services continues. Donations to the Christmas Campaign will help address the dehumanizing nature of poverty and restore hope to Canada’s most vulnerable people.
It’s festive, unique, fun, and will help The Salvation Army raise funds for its critical services in 400 communities across Canada. The number of Canadians living in poverty remains unacceptably high and continues to grow. We cannot run from the … Read more