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together, we can make a

difference

"I wanted to turn my life around but couldn’t do it alone.  WINS helped me to restore my confidence and provided me with different resources.  I am forever grateful for the donors. they made this possible for me and for many other women in same situation as mine”. - Kelly

Donate to Women in Need Society (WINS)

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When you make a gift to WINS, you become part of a collective force striving to create positive change in the lives of those in need. Your generosity can inspire others to follow in your footsteps, perpetuating a legacy of compassion, kindness, and social responsibility. When you donate funds and gently-used goods and furniture, your donations stretch further. Both forms of donations reduce administration costs and maximize our capacity to support our community programs and services.

Where your donation goes

help women and their families thrive

prepare individuals for a thriving career

encourage sustainable shopping in Calgary

make way to provide better support

Your donation makes a difference in the lives of Calgarians in need.

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Different ways to give

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Donate Goods

A great way to give back and positively impact both the people as well as our planet. Give your beloved items a second chance to create new stories and impact lives once more. We warmly welcome your donations of gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture.  Your goods donation may also be eligible for a tax receipt.

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Donate Funds

You have the power to transform lives and inspire others. When donating to WINS, you make a positive impact on the lives of countless women and families in Calgary. With your generosity, we are able to help restore confidence and ignite a spark of hope in the lives of those who need it most. You build a future that is brighter and more inclusive.

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Donate a Car

Turn your vehicle into generous dollars to support thousands of Calgarian women and families living in poverty, when selecting the Women In Need Society to donate your vehicle to through Donate A Car. They will look after everything to make your donation’s process easy and at no cost to you.  Their service includes free towing in many areas across Canada, quick and convenient car removal. It is easy, convenient, and a quick process and you will receive a tax-deductible receipt within a few of weeks.

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Organise an Event

Embrace the opportunity to become a WINS ambassador and take the lead in hosting an event that truly inspires those around you. Your initiative will serve as a catalyst for others to become a part of the impactful journey we're on. Your event will not only raise awareness but also encourage others to join hands in creating positive change, amplifying the impact we can achieve together.

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Skip the Depot

Your contribution goes beyond the act of recycling; it directly and positively impacts the lives of many women and families needing our services to thrive. By choosing Skip the Depot, you effortlessly turn your recyclables into financial support for essential programs and services that promote self-sufficiency, education, and personal growth.

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Sponsor Energy

You can empower our communities through your everyday energy consumption. As a social enterprise, Sponsor Energy provides electricity and natural gas to socially conscious consumers in Alberta. For each new customer who signs up and selects WINS as their charity of choice, Sponsor Energy will donate $50 per sign up to WINS. This way, your business or home can drive meaningful change without any additional cost.

Did you know your donation helps us fund our community programs and employment services?

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Looking for more ways to make an impact? Visit our Get Involved page.

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