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Ways to support Ukrainians beyond the large global aid organizations
As the West unites around Ukraine, individuals are asking what they can do? This post outlines some of the ways you support the Ukrainian outside of direct aid. First off, the base rule is make sure you vet the project or organization before making the contribution....
Slacktivism – Pouring Cold Water on an Old Concept
Slacktivism update
Giving Vehicles: Donor Advised Funds
What is a Donor Advised Fund and how does it work?
Annual Charity List – 2021
Annual charity listing
#GivingTuesday – A Cacophony of Asks
After the uncertainty that 2020 brought, we certainly welcome the hope and sense of normalcy that we’ve started to experience this year. Fortunately, the way that we invest in our community is one thing that the pandemic couldn’t take from us, and in fact, it...
The Giver’s DNA – An Interview with Mr. Murray McCann
In November 2021, seven individuals from Calgary and Area were recognized as this year’s Top 7 Over 70. One of these winners is Murray McCann.
But it’s Worth $1Million!
Protecting Donor Legacy Intentions A recent announcement by the University of Alberta stated it will be demolishing a $26Million mansion gifted to the institution in 2010. The reason cited is that the upkeep, in excess of $250K/yr and the need of $1.5Million in...
Can philanthropy change your personal brand?
Philanthropic Brand: A Case Study Just over a year ago the Sackler Family, founders of Purdue Pharma, came under brand scrutiny when it was discovered that the pharmaceutical company had purposefully misled prescribers and patients on the addictive nature of Oxycontin...
Annual Charity List – 2020
Annual charity listing
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