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Supporting Our Community

Holiday Giving

This holiday season we're spreading cheer and bringing our community along for the fun!

Reverse Advent Calendar

Give back in support of the Cultural Food Hub.

Starting December 1, each day add another item to your giving box.

After Christmas drop off your filled giving box at Camrose & District FCSS, 4821-51 St. or Wild Rose Foodservice Distributors, 3823-44 Ave.

Download The Reverse Advent Calendar

19th Annual Charity Checkstop

Saturday, December 6 from 10am-2pm
48th Ave. East Bound Service Road in front of Camrose Registry Ltd.

We'll be there with the CPS and RCMP collecting monetary donations, non-perishable food, gently used freshly laundered winter coats and gear, new socks and hand/toe warmers.

Please make cheques payable to the Camrose Helps Foundation. Monetary donations $20 or larger qualify for a tax receipt.

Check Out Our Christmas Wishlist

Camrose Helps Holiday Hampers

We're supporting Camrose & District FCSS's Christmas Angel initiative by helping provide food hampers.

During the holiday season we'll be collecting food and monetary donations from local food drives and events throughout our community.

Host Your Own Food Drive

About Us

Camrose Helps Foundation reimagines charity by collaborating with our community to provide barrier-free supports that reduce poverty and suffering for those facing challenges.

Our Programs

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Community Pantry Some individuals may face challenges accessing traditional food banks due to certain requirements, yet still need emergency food assistance. This gap is being addressed by these pantries available at two locations: Camrose & District FCSS and the Camrose Library. Our pantry items are dependent on donations from the public and through Second Harvest, a food rescue organization that is working to keep food where it belongs, on plates and out of landfills.
Cultural Food Hub We provide cultural and dietary specialized hampers to those in need of food support in our community. This program was created to address a gap in food support. Clients can choose from a variety of foods that suit their cultural preferences, such as different oils and flours. Hampers are then personalized for each client. This approach ensures that individuals receive both the nutrition they need and food that respects their cultural practices. Referrals can be made through local service agencies and community partners.
Winter Coat Drive This initiative helps keep those in need warm over the winter months. We have a generous community that gives its support to this project, donating jackets, mittens and funds. Having low-barrier access to warm clothing for all ages is one step to reducing the impact of poverty in our community. The Cozy Community Coat Closet is currently operating two days a week at the Duggan Wellness Centre and is entirely run by volunteers.

Donations help us make a lasting impact in our community!

Help us reduce gaps and strengthen Camrose!

Donate Today!

In-person donations can be made at 4821-51 St., Camrose, AB T4V 1R9
Please make cheques payable to: Camrose Helps Foundation

Tax receipts for donation under $20 are only issued for online donations. Charity Registration Number: 704236546RR0001

What's Inside: Overview on hosting a drive Posters Social Media Graphics & Sample Text Bin Labels Most Need Items List Cut & Grab Slips

Host A Food Drive For Camrose Helps

Want to make a difference in your community? Hosting a food drive is a great way to help support local families.

Download our Food Drive Toolkit to make it easy to get started. Inside, you’ll find:

  • An overview on hosting a food drive
  • A list of most need items
  • Printable posters and social media templates
Download The Toolkit Now

Volunteer

Our services are made possible by the incredible support of our volunteers.

Become A Volunteer

Volunteer positions are currently handled through our partnership with Camrose & District FCSS

Annual General Meeting

Monday, June 8, 2026

4:30pm

Camrose County Office, 3755-43 Ave., Camrose

RSVP Attendance

Call For Members

Eligbility

Membership is open to individuals from the community interested in addressing social needs by helping to provide basic necessities of life to those without.

Criteria
  1. Individuals who are of legal age.
  2. Individuals residing in the boundaries of the City of Camrose or County of Camrose and must maintain residency for the majority of the year for which membership is granted.
  3. Individuals who support the purposes of the Society.
  4. Individuals who are well acquainted with the Society and have knowledge of it’s mission and purpose.
  5. Individuals with professional or service–related knowledge and experience in social support services.
  6. Individuals with people-skills to work with fellow board members, staff, volunteers, external donors and stakeholders.
  7. A visionary change agent who can foster the change the organization needs.
Deadline: May 22, 2026
Apply To Be A Member

Board of Directors

Ina Neilsen

Chair

Kirsten Bergstrom

Vice Chair

Kristy McKay

Director

Lee Kroeger

Director

Jean Martens

Director

Abby Pasychnyk

Director

Officers

Lyndel Kasa

Executive Director

Eva Sveinbjornson

Secretary

Angela Vanouck

Treasurer

Want to become a member?

Joining as a member is a simple way to show your support and stay connected to the work we’re doing in the community.

Click here to fill out the membership form.
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For more information or find out how you can help contact us at: info@camrosehelps or 780-673-1945

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Charity Registration Number: 704236546RR0001