Here are some commonly asked questions and answers to assist you in making informed donations with the Newcomer Centre.
Your donation supports the programs and services that help newcomers settle and thrive in our community. While our core programs receive government funding, many essential elements such as food support, cultural integration outings, mentorship opportunities, and external facilitators are only possible because of donor generosity.
Your gift helps us enhance these programs, respond to emerging needs, and ensure newcomers receive the holistic support they deserve.
There are several meaningful ways you can support the Newcomer Centre:
Give a One-Time Gift or Give Monthly (Become a Monthly Hero)
- Online: Click the Donate button on our website.
- By Mail:
10170 112 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 2L6
Make cheques payable to ‘Edmonton Newcomer Centre’
- By Phone or Email: Contact our team at 780-423-9680 or Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com.
Give Securities
You can donate publicly traded securities, this is an impactful and tax-efficient way to give.
- To arrange a gift of securities, please contact Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com or call 780-423-9680.
Leave a Legacy Gift
You can create lasting impact by including the Newcomer Centre in your will or estate plans.
- To discuss legacy giving, please contact Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com or call 780-423-9680.
Yes. All donations are processed through a secure, encrypted platform to protect your personal and financial information.
Yes. Donors receive regular impact updates with stories, program highlights, and the real change made possible through your generosity.
- You can ‘opt out’ of impact updates at any time.
- You can also contact Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com to learn more about your staying informed on how your donation helps the Edmonton Newcomer Centre.
One-time donations: You will receive your tax receipt within 24 hours after your donation is processed.
Monthly donations: You may choose to receive:
- A monthly receipt, or
- One cumulative receipt at year-end
You can become a monthly hero by making monthly donations using your credit card.
Find out more about the Monthly Hero program.
Yes. You can adjust your donation amount, update your information, or cancel at any time.
Please contact Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com to adjust your donation amount, update your information or cancel your monthly donations.
To update your credit card details, please send an email to ahayes@newcomercentre.com.
To update your email or mailing address, name, credit card or any other info, then please send an email to ahayes@newcomercentre.com.
Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double or triple your impact. Check with your HR department to see if your workplace participates so that you can greatly maximize your donation to the Edmonton Newcomer Centre.
We typically provide name recognition in our annual Community Report.
If, however, you choose to make an ‘Anonymous’ donation, then you can select that option or email Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com to ensure your donation remains anonymous.
To learn more about how to donate to us, please contact ahayes@newcomercentre.com
Yes, we are a registered Canadian charity.
Charity Number 118893957RR0001
You can find out more by visiting Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
We occasionally accept in-kind donations depending on current needs (e.g., period supplies, children’s books, or newcomer-specific items). Please contact us before dropping anything off.
If, however, you are looking to donate household essentials to our C5 Northgate & Market then you can contact them directly at https://www.c5yeg.ca/market.