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The Calgary Public Library Foundation is a registered charity, separate from the Calgary Public Library itself. The funds raised by the Foundation through the generosity of our donors do not replace the Library’s core funding, but rather enhance the special programs and services that the Library can provide. For information, please contact: Paul McIntyre Royston Executive Director Calgary Public Library Foundation Memorial Park Library 1221 2nd Street SW Calgary AB T2R 0W5 O: 403.355.3302 M: 587.226.5329 paul.mcintyreroyston@calgarypubliclibrary.com

We are a dynamic SK to Grade 6 Jewish day school committed to academic excellence in a warm, supportive environment. The school's distinct program integrates Judaic and general studies while encouraging artistic expression as a tool for learning. Committed to social justice, we nurture responsible citizens and compassionate, confident human beings. We offer students the opportunity to meet their full potential as individuals, Jews and valued members of the larger community. Embracing the values of diversity and equality, students of all Jewish backgrounds are welcome at our school.

PESI seeks to bridge leaders across cultures to bring about positive change in our world. Your donation will go toward fulfilling our vision of: • Investing in the young people of today to become global servant-leaders of the future • Building understanding and collaboration between the Canada, China, and other Asian countries • Fostering friendships and exchange between cultures

La mission de l’organisme est soutenue par des actions et des interventions visant le développement global de l’enfant et l’enrichissement des compétences parentales par le biais de différentes activités et de programme de soutien à la famille. La Relance Jeunes et Familles a développé un modèle d’intervention inspirée de l’approche systémique qui tient compte de l’ensemble de l’écologie familiale, sociale et économique. Ce modèle repose sur le développement de l’estime de soi, la réussite scolaire, la concertation avec les partenaires du milieu, le renforcement des compétences et l’implication des familles dans la résolution des problèmes.

The NCCI Foundation supports the NCCI school by providing scholarships and bursaries as well as funds for material projects such as technology, music instruments, etc.

The Minstrel Foundation has been instrumental in launching the Regent Park School of Music, in expanding music and arts programs at the Dixon Hall Music School, University Settlement Music School, Pia Bouman School of Dance and the Canadian Children's Opera Chorus, and in sponsoring summer music camps for underpriviledged youth. In addition, The Foundation each year presents the Hagood Hardy Protege, Fan Po Chu, and the Cassels Brock and the Minstrel Foundation music awards for advanced students to study.

We are a hands-on charity which provides real aid to young people in the developing world by putting desks in classrooms, textbooks in children's hands, and libraries in their communities. In 1999, we installed our first computer lab in sub-Saharan Africa and since then have gone on to provide technology and training in IT in Ghana, Zimbabwe, and Kenya as well. Working with local organizations such as the Emmanuel Boyz Rescue Centre (Kenya), we help address the most basic needs of street children, AIDS orphans, and other vulnerable youth. Our organization is entirely volunteer run.

reachAbility is more than a grassroots agency — it’s a culture of acceptance dedicated to enriching and empowering individuals and the community through a fair, equitable and inclusive culture. Our reputation for fun, interesting, engaging and creative programming is well-founded. Our culture is built on the belief that we are all equal, and accommodation is simply about equalizing the playing field. At reachAbility we provide accessible opportunities for persons of all abilities. Our programs, camps and events are all free to our clients.

The Shakespeare Company (TSC) bridges the truths of the past with the challenges of today through fresh, brave, and highly accessible performances. For 17 seasons, TSC has used the works of William Shakespeare to strike at the heart of what it means to be human in our rawest moments.

Peterborough Native Learning Program offers help for adults who want to improve their reading, writing or math skills. Our services are free and confidential.Our students are Native and non-Native, male and female, from 19 to 65 plus years of age and from all backgrounds.

S.O.A.R. (Survivors of Abuse Recovering) is a community based, consumer driven, Peer Counselling service offered to adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. SOAR also offers education and insight, through public information sessions, on survivor issues, so that survivors can feel more supported and understood in their healing process.

ALMS and its members are active across Alberta in providing support to individuals, local communities, educational institutions, governments and industry that are interested in lake and watershed management. The Society organizes an annual workshop at a different Alberta lake community each fall. The workshop provides a forum to discuss water quality issues, technical aspects of lake and watershed management, and practical solutions to local problems. Each ALMS member receives our newsletter, The New Wave. ALMS is also widely recognized through its two community-based water quality sampling programs called Lakewatch and Alberta Water Quality Awareness (AWQA).