Support The Calgary Ostomy Community
We rely on donations from people like you!
The Calgary Ostomy Society is a member-driven, non-profit organization that relies on income from both annual membership dues and donations to operate.
Support the Calgary Ostomy Community!
Here are a few ways that your donations support the goals of Calgary Ostomy Society
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Events, educational seminars, support groups, the Ostomy Visitor Program, virtual and in-person meetings.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
General operations, not limited to, but including our administration, bookkeeping, newsletter, website, social media and publications.
GIVING BACK
Calgary Ostomy supports the initiaves of Ostomy Canada and Friends of Ostomates Worldwide.
OSTOMY YOUTH CAMP
Calgary Ostomy is a proud sponsor of the Ostomy Canada Youth Camp, held in Bragg Creek, AB.
Ways to Donate to Calgary Ostomy Society
MEMORIAL & HONOR GIVING
A donation to the Calgary Ostomy Society is a thoughtful way to honor someone whose life has been impacted by an ostomy.
Please contact us to set up a Memorial Campaign for your loved one.TAX RECEIPTS
Tax receipts are issued for donations of $20 or more. Tax receipts are mailed every February.
Our CRA Charity Registration Number is: 119218071 RR0001.ONLINE DONATIONS
We accept online donations via PayPal, credit or Visa debit card. All payments are processed via PayPal, but an account is not required to do so. Click a Campaign below to get started!
OFFLINE DONATIONS
Please address your cheque or money order to:
Calgary Ostomy Society
PO Box 30365 Chinook
Calgary, AB T2H 2W1
Donate To One Of Our Current Campaigns
Mad Melodie Kreations
For Ostomy Youth Camp
Join Mad Melodie Kreations in sponsoring a child’s life-changing experience at the Ostomy Canada Youth Camp this July. Your support can bring joy and unforgettable moments to young individuals facing ostomy-related challenges. Let’s make a difference together!
DONATECalgary Ostomy Society General Fund
Support Calgary Ostomy Society’s mission by donating to impact lives in the community, and providing outreach, support services, and education. Your generosity also sponsors kids for the Ostomy Youth camp for growth and friendship. Join us in nurturing a supportive ostomy community.
DONATEGarry Doyle
Memorial Fund
The Garry Doyle Memorial Award, established by the Calgary Ostomy Society in 2023, honors Garry’s legacy by assisting RNs in NSWOC training. Recipients of this $1000 award are encouraged to engage in community involvement. Join us in contributing to this fund today.
DONATEDONATE OSTOMY SUPPLIES
Do you have unneeded Ostomy Supplies?
Perhaps you had a reversal, or your stoma size changed. Did a loved one with a stoma recently pass away? Don’t throw those supplies away! Many ostomates around the globe are in need!
Friends of Ostomates Worldwide (Canada)
FOWC is a non-profit organization operated solely by volunteers. Since 1986, they have collected and sent over 50,000 KG of ostomy supplies and literature to more than 52 needy countries. FOWC endeavours to improve the quality of life of people with ostomies and assist in educating their caregivers in countries where the latest technology is not available. They works in cooperation with the International Ostomy Association in shipping products. Calgary Ostomy Society is a member of FOWC, and supports them in a number of ways, including donations to assist with shipping fees, and bi-annual Pack-Ups!
LEARN MOREWhat Ostomy Supplies Are Accepted for Donation?
FOWC is no longer able to accept anything other than ostomy pouches, skin barriers, flanges, rings, pastes and paste strips, barrier extenders, skin barrier /protectant wipes, belts, clamps, and powders.
Packaged products are preferred, but if you have loose items like pouches, wafers, flanges, rings, we can accept Ziploc bags that are clearly marked with the following: • Company name (i.e., Hollister, Convatec, Coloplast) • Product line (i.e., Sensura, Mio, New Image, Surfit) • System (i.e., 1 piece drainable or non, 2 piece drainable or non) No liquids please!Where Can I Drop Off Donations?
CB Medical is the Western Canadian (SK, AB, BC) collection depot for FOWC. Please mail, ship or deliver your ostomy supply donations, clearly marked for FOWC, to:
CB Medical 21A, 3900–106 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2C 5B6 Phone: 403-295-9545 www.cbmedical.ca