Community Service & Charitable Organizations near Coldwell MB (198 Result(s))

Blue Bombers Alumnus and former CFL Executive Lyle Bauer conceived Never Alone Foundation after being diagnosed with throat cancer in 2004. 'When I was first diagnosed with cancer, I can tell you that in spite of family and friends, I had never felt so alone and unsure of what the future would bring,' recalled Bauer, who has since successfully fought the disease.His experience with the disease and the support he received from friends, family, and cancer service providers inspire him to help other cancer patients to let them know that they are Never Alone.As a national registered charity, Never Alone Foundation has the flexibility to support many worthwhile agencies, projects and programs that aid in the fight against cancer. Funds totaling over $800,000.00 have been donated to cancer fighting agencies including CancerCare Manitob,a Canadian Cancer Society, Health Sciences Foundation, Riverview Health Centre Foundation, Camp Quality and other deserving programs.Officially launched during the 2005 CFL Coach of the Year Luncheon, Never Alone Foundation's program has grown

Wayfinders is a community-based mentorship program that supports the journey to high school graduation. The program currently serves students living in Winnipeg's Elwick and Watson Street neighbourhoods. In addition to supporting daily homework challenges, Wayfinders helps students develop their life goals through post-secondary and career explorations; leadership activities; and community service.Do you think you have what it takes to make a difference? Wayfinders depends on the help of talented and valued volunteers, mentors and tutors.Spread the word and keep our Bright momentum moving!Bookmark/Search this post

The Kidney Foundation of Canada exists for the enhancement of kidney health and the reduction and, if possible, the elimination of the burden of kidney diseases. The primary beneficiaries are people at risk of or affected by kidney disease.

The Manitoba First Nations , through Sub-agreement Holders and Local boards, mandated by their Chiefs and Council members established First Peoples Development Inc. (FDPI) with a new Board of Directors effective April 1, 2006.The FPDI is comprised of thirty-four First Nations Sub-agreement Holders as designated by their Local Boards, with the mandate to address the employment and training interests of First Nations people. The articles of incorporation support the principle of grassroots or local decision-making while promoting, advocating and addressing the needs of First Nations through their Local boards.FDPI is established in accordance with the Human Resource and Social Development Canada - Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy ( ASETS ) and focuses upon its three priorities:ASETS , administered though the FDPI, is designed to help Aboriginal people prepare for and find high demand jobs quickly, as well as keep them in the long term. All Aboriginal people may access - through their local band offices and sub agreement holders - programs and services that include:The ASETS is the federal government's successor strategy to the AHRDS and is designed to help improve the employment opportunities of Aboriginal peoples and enable them to fully participate in the Canadian economy in a relationship based on mutual trust, respect and openness.