Nonprofit Organizations in Calgary

The <strong>Friends of Kananaskis Country</strong> is a federally-registered charity committed to sharing this special place with the world through education, community engagement and volunteer participation. We are aligned with the Government of Alberta’s vision of engaging the public in participating in the long-term use and enjoyment of Kananaskis Country though a <a href="https://kananaskis.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/2014-2018-Cooperating-Agreemen.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cooperating Agreement</a> we have with Alberta Parks.

We are a community of over 1,600 individuals committed to the balanced, sustainable use of Kananaskis Country, as well as the protection and sharing of its unique natural and cultural experiences. With over 5 million visits per year, and a population base exceeding 1 million bordering this natural wonderland, Kananaskis Country is not immune to development and use pressures. Working collaboratively with our partners, we develop programs and activities that:
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<li>Actively protect the ecosystems within Kananaskis Country through trail care and other volunteer programs;</li>
<li>Educate people about the appropriate use of this natural treasure through our environmental education programs;</li>
<li>Engage communities and individuals in the stewardship of Kananaskis Country through direct participation and sponsorship opportunities;</li>
<li>Support sustainable use initiatives undertaken in partnership with the Kananaskis division of Environment and Parks.</li>
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Welcome to Girl Guides! We empower young girls and women to be everything they want to be, and as a volunteer, you will help make that happen! Our volunteers support girls as they build confidence, develop new skills and become leaders in their communities.
As part of a unit’s leadership team, you’ll facilitate fun and engaging program activities, like scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, games and more. You can choose to work with girls in one of five branches: Sparks (age 5-6), Brownies (age 7-8), Guides (age 9-11), Pathfinders (age 12-14) or Rangers (age 15-17).

Dr. J. K. Mulloy School is located in the northwest community of Huntington Hills, which is situated at the base of Nose Hill between the communities of Beddington Heights and Thorncliffe/Greenview. Our school offers the Traditional Learning Centre Program. We offer kindergarten classes as well. Students coming to our school for are a culturally diverse group of learners who contribute to a vibrant, challenging and support environment for teaching and learning.

<p style="text-align: center">GFLS 55+ celebrates 45 years as an Activity Centre servicing the community of Greater Forest Lawn.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><em>"We are more then an activity center - We are a home away from home"! </em></p>
<strong><em>Our Mission</em></strong>: We provide a welcoming place for information, programs, and services that enhance the quality of life for older adults and their families.

<em><strong>Our Vision: </strong></em><span class="x-el x-el-span c1-7z c1-80 c1-b c1-9i c1-9j c1-9k c1-9l c1-9m">Active, engaged older adults and their families.</span>

<em><strong>Our Values: </strong></em>

Service: responding to older adults is the heart of our center

Information: we provide older adults the knowledge to maintain control of their lives

Welcoming: we offer a warm, friendly "home away from home"

Commitment: we provide the services that are most essential to our members

Reliability: we stand behind our words and actions

Innovation: we have the courage to explore new ways and ideas

We are a boxing and fitness club for youth, adults, older adults & seniors.  We have been in operation in Calgary since 2012, offering both competitive and recreational boxing training.  In 2016 we launched an adaptive fitness and cognitive skills based program for people living with Parkinson's Disease.  This program is non-contact of course and it is truly at the "heart" of everything we do at Grizzly!

Ground Zero Theatre is a non-profit organization dedicated to producing contemporary theatre not seen in Calgary. Our mission is to develop and nurture home-grown talent in an environment where we bridge the gap between educational and professional theatre by combining established artists with up and coming artists.

At Grow Calgary, our ultimate goal is to ensure that all residents of Calgary, especially those who are vulnerable and living in poverty, have consistent access to healthy, local food. Grow Calgary is a 100% volunteer-run community farm; We donate 100% of the fresh food we grow to compassionate social agencies in Calgary with food access programs. Thanks to our volunteers and the generous spirit of our community, we have donated to over 40 Compassionate Food Access Agencies in Calgary, with 95% of our recipients being women and children.

 

From planting seeds to building greenhouses, each day at Grow Calgary represents a new opportunity to learn. Mother nature is our true boss, so please come with a flexible mindset. Task-lists change from day to day depending on the time of season & weather conditions. Some tasks may include seeding & transplanting, mulching garden beds, watering plants, pest control, or harvesting produce.

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<p class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default">Along with donating our produce, we advocate for system-level change to address food insecurity in our communities and provide education on this issue as well as small-scale farm management.</p>
<p class="elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default">Our ultimate goal is to ensure that all residents of Calgary have consistent access to healthy, lo0cal food.</p>

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Hakili Community for Sustainable Development is a non-profit organization born in Calgary in 2016. We work within our communities to tackle the complex problem of poverty in Canada but also all around the world. We want to address intergenerational poverty and identify creative and sustainable strategies to eradicate the problem.

<strong>Handsome Alice </strong>is an independent theatre company supporting women’s perspectives through creative narratives that fuse life with art. We are a catalyst for activating diverse voices through performances and events that empower both artists and the community.

<p>Scaring for a cause since 1992</p>
<p>Haunted Calgary is one of Western Canada’s largest and longest-running haunted attractions, offering spine-chilling, immersive Halloween experiences that thrill thousands of guests each year. Operated by a passionate team of volunteers, we transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary worlds of horror, using professional-quality sets, special effects, costuming, and live actors to create unforgettable scares.</p>
<p>Our events aren’t just about fear—they’re about community. Proceeds support local charities, community programs, and Haunted Calgary’s year-round work to spread the joy of Halloween. We welcome volunteers of all ages, skills, and scare levels, with opportunities in acting, makeup, construction, set design, technical operations, customer service, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned haunter or brand new to the spooky scene, you’ll find a place in our creative, inclusive, and wildly fun family.</p>
<p>Join us to make memories, meet new friends, and be part of something legendary—while making hearts race and screams echo.</p>
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<p>Haunted house actors and performers</p>
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<p>Set builders and decorators</p>
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<p>Technical and lighting crew</p>
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<p>Event operations and guest services</p>
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As a social enterprise, any profits are reinvested into more scares for Calgary and shared with the charitable partners that our volunteers choose.
<p><strong>Scare up some fun—volunteer with Haunted Calgary!</strong></p>

For over 60 years, Heart & Stroke has been dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Our work has saved thousands of lives and improved the lives of millions of others.

The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is a national voluntary non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the health of Canadians by preventing and reducing disability and death from heart disease and stroke through research, health promotion and advocacy.