Calgary Organizations - Non Profit

The Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society is a registered, non-profit charity whose mandate is to rescue abandoned, surrendered or abused small animals from First Nations Communities in Central Alberta, as well as other small animals in emergency situations at the discretion of the board. These animals are placed in the safety of a foster home system while awaiting suitable placement in forever, adoptive homes. The organization provides veterinary care, food, basic training, love and support for these animals in foster homes as they search for appropriate adoptive homes.

The Rainbow Society of Alberta is a non-profit, registered charity dedicated to fulfilling wishes of Alberta children with chronic or life threatening illnesses. Founded in Winnipeg in 1983, the Rainbow Society was the first children's organization of its kind in Canada. The Alberta chapter was created in 1986 by a handful of caring volunteers who saw a need to bring such a strong support system to children in Alberta.

Throughout each year, our hard-working group of board members and volunteers will put on events which promote and celebrate the strength, diversity and positive spirit of the LGBTA community. These events will be fundraising opportunities to fund the annual Pride Dance, Pride Parade and Pride Street Festival.

The Motion Picture Player Association (MPPA) is a non-profit organization, that exists to provide services to facilitate the growth of independent filmmaking by empowering the individual through information, guidance and resources. The MPPA is dedicated to attracting filmmakers, and enabling them to learn, develop and practice digital filmmaking. We embrace emerging technologies as they affect the capture, editing, distribution and delivery of entertainment content. We support and encourage the development of an indigenous film community.

Offering contact information, support groups, information services, physiotheraphy and more for those with Parkinsons and for those who want to know more about it.

Calgary Reads pairs struggling readers in Grade One and Two with trained adult volunteers for twice weekly, one-to-one tutoring sessions in the child’s school, during school hours. Tutors are trained to use a proven effective lesson framework, which provides structure for the tutor and consistency for the child. Time is spent coaching budding readers while providing a strong role model in each child’s life.

CHHA-Calgary promotes self-help, advocacy, information and visibility for Calgarians with hearing loss. They assist the hard of hearing and those they love.

This organization helps children in need in Ukraine. Become a foster sponsor to one of the needy children.

Breaking the cycle of poverty. They raise funds for those living in extreme poverty by hosting art auctions.

Tuscany Calgary Community

Furever After Rescue Society is a Calgary, AB Canada based group focused on saving dogs from high kill shelters, disasters, neglect and other tragic situations.

The Calgary Doula Association is a non-profit organization formed to provide information about doulas and doula services to the general public and concerned professionals. Providing a referral list for both birth doulas and post-partum doulas. Monthly meetings provide a networking opportunity and exchange of information for individuals interested in birth, especially doulas, expectant couples and health care providers.

CCCSA empowers current and future generations in the Chinese community by acting as a bridge to mainstream institutions and organizations, through education, facilitation and advocacy in addressing multicultural and diversity issues. The Calgary Chinese Community Service Association (CCCSA) envisions an inclusive and supportive society, where Calgarians of Chinese ethnic origin will have full and equitable access and participation in Canadian society. We value our participants and inspire trust and confidence in them through our actions by: believing in them; not being judgmental; and validating their experience.

Currently no Provincial Regulations Governing the Whitewater Industry in Alberta Exists. It is buyer beware. PROAOA is comprised of voluntary members concerned with the safety and well being of their guests. PROAOA ensures your safety. More information available on their website.

The CSIF formed in 1978 in response to a growing interest in film production and a need for film equipment in Calgary. As a non-profit, arts-based society, they encourage, support and endorse production and the exhibition of work by independent filmmakers of Calgary.

5-day residential retreat program offered by the Alberta Cancer Board for cancer survivors. Professional staff. Runs approximately every 2 months. Deals with the emotional impact of cancer. Cost $750, but bursary support available as needed.

In October of 2003, 6 Calgarians came together with the same vision – to increase the awareness of Reggae Music in Western Canada and to provide an avenue where this music can be heard. The Calgary Reggae Festival Society (CRFS) was formed. CRFS is set on a mission to promote local, regional and national awareness of Reggae Music in Canada and will also strive to lobby mainstream media to give the music more airplay.

The Owen Hart Foundation provides opportunities for hardworking people who have limited resources and unlimited potential. This non-profit organization funds a variety of programs throughout the Calgary area, including helping families in need, the Owen Hart Housing Program and the Forest Lawn Scholarship Program.

The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta serves and advocates for people affected by cerebral palsy. Through their collaborative network, the CPAA offers services to individuals, families and communities in areas such as employment counselling, job development and placement, individual and family support, financial help, education and awareness, social and recreation programs and referrals.

Single Volunteers of Calgary is a volunteer group serving the Calgary area. This is a unique organization in that we not only supply other non-profit groups with volunteers for their events and projects, but also offer an alternative way for single men and women to meet other singles. We are also unique in that we are primarily an Internet-based group using a web site and e-mail to communicate with most of our members. If you are single, over the age of 21, and interested in giving back to the community as you meet others doing the same, then stop by our web site for more information. If you are non-profit group looking for volunteers for an event, please contact us.

The Coral Springs Childcare Society is an accredited day care centre offering a variety of programs including family resource services. Subsidies are available. They are a non-profit charitable organization.

The mandate is to promote liver health and to reduce the incidence and impact of all liver disease. To achieve this goal, the organization works through volunteer chapters across the country to improve public awareness and understanding of liver health and liver disease, raise funds for research and reach out to liver disease patients and their families.

The Calgary Breastfeeding Support Group is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting, protecting and supporting breastfeeding in the Calgary region. Prenatal breastfeeding classes are available for expectant couples and for breastfeeding mothers. The Calgary Breastfeeding Support Group also facilitates monthly Mother-to-Mother Breastfeeding Support Group meetings, designed to help parents prepare to breastfeed once their baby is born.

Professional Association for member dentists in the Calgary and district area. Promotes continuing education through a yearly lecture series.

Child & Youth Friendly Calgary provides meaningful opportunities for young people to contribute to the community. They envision a community where all children and youth of Calgary are engaged, involved, informed and inspired.

For those needing information on sexual orientation or gender identity, PFLAG Canada is a registered charitable organization that provides support, education and resources to parents, families and individuals who have questions or concerns about sexual orientation or gender identity. Everyone is welcome to the monthly meetings on the last Saturday of each month.

Vollunteer Non profit Organization, Working bingos, Casinos, and doing fundraising. Motto: People helping people

A nation-wide scientific and technical association for geologists working in the petroleum industry. Purpose is to advance the professional development of members, advance the science of geology, promote awareness of the role of petroleum geologists and strengthen the petroleum geology community.

EducationMatters, Calgary’s public education trust, funds innovative public education enhancement programs and scholarships, to help Calgary students succeed, and to enrich their learning experience. EducationMatters believes the best public education happens when the community participates in its development and that a strong public education system is the cornerstone to a healthy, vibrant society.