Our Key Charities & Organizations

As a group, we plan a variety of fun, informative and interactive events so we are able to contribute funds to our charities. We are involved in many ways with several Initiatives and Organizations.

Supporting Women and Men's Initiatives

The Canadian Progress Club - Elevate is committed to supporting initiatives that empower men and women in our community. We believe in fostering environments where women can thrive and reach their full potential.

Caring for our Elderly Community

We recognize the importance of providing support and care for the elderly members of our community. Canadian Progress Club - Elevate actively seeks opportunities to contribute to the well-being and quality of life for seniors.

Volunteering and Funding Initiatives

Canadian Progress Club - Elevate supports our key charities through both volunteering our time and providing vital funds. We are dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.

Learn Who We Help

Explore our website to discover the specific charities and organizations that Canadian Progress Club - Elevate proudly supports. See how our efforts are making a positive impact in the lives of women and elderly individuals within our community.

Special Olympics Canada

In 1986 the Canadian Progress Club established the Canadian Progress Charitable Foundation in support of Special Olympics. With the help of all Canadian Progress Clubs across Canada, including Elevate, the Foundation has donated over $1 million dollars to help athletes across Canada achieve their dreams and goals of participating in the Olympic games. All Canadian Progress Clubs in Calgary also volunteered their time when the Special Olympics were held here in 2019. 

Children's Cottage Society

CPC Elevate has contributed over $400,000 to Children's Cottage Society since our inception in 2007 in support of their program helping families in need. Donations helped to build their new facility in Calgary which opened April 8, 2024 which enabled them to help even more families. From CPC Elevate's support our name is on the "Triage Room" in their new facility.

- April 2023, CPC Elevate presented a donation of $25,000

- February 2024 CPC Elevate presented a donation of $10,000.

Veterans Food Bank of Alberta

CPC Elevate has donated over $20,000 and volunteer time at the Veterans Food Bank of Alberta. CPC Elevate also support by attending their fundraising events.  

- April 2023, CPC Elevate presented a donation of $2,500.

- October 2024, CPC Elevate presented a donation $10,000.

- December 2025 CPC Elevate supported the Annual Veterans Food Bank Fundraiser that was held at the Kings Head.  CPC Elevate presented a donation of $5,000.

Unison at Kerby Centre

CPC Elevate has donated over $35,000 and has volunteered time hosting a dance, preparing and serving dinner and renovating rooms to help support the seniors in the programs offered at the Kerby Center.

- March 2023, CPC Elevate presented a donation of $15,000

- February 2024, at a tour at Unison for Generations 50+, CPC Elevated presented a donation for $10,000.

- October 2024, CPC Elevate presented a donation of $10,000.

Community Kitchen Program of Calgary

CPC Elevate regularly volunteer time packing Good Food boxes in support of this program helping people secure fresh, wholesome food.

Samaritan's Purse Canada

CPC Elevate purchases and packs items for shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child.  Our teams also volunteer inspecting shoe boxes at the facility in Calgary.

Seniors Secret Service

CPC Elevate provides Christmas Cheer to seniors in this amazing program.

The Royal Canadian Legion

CPC Elevate proudly supports the Royal Canadian Legions, utilizing their facilities for meetings and hosting our Annual Cinco de Mayo fundraising event. 

Gems for Gems

In 2023 CPC Elevate began volunteering at the Gems Jewelry drive by helping to sort and package donated jewelry that is delivered across the country to survivors of abuse residing in shelters during the Christmas season.  CPC Elevate also volunteers at the Gems Cup, a charity polo tournament.

- January 2025, CPC Elevate presented a donation of $12,400.

- August 2025, CPC Elevated supported Gems Cup and presented a cheque for $5000.

Street Sisters

In 2023 CPC Elevate was introduced to and began supporting Street Sisters. CPC Elevate has contributed by volunteering to make sandwiches,  organizing collections for their jacket and clothes drive and attending their fundraising events.

- May 2024 CPC Elevate presented a donation of $1,500.

- January 2025 CPC Elevate presented a donation for $2,400 from the proceeds of the CPC Elevate Holiday Spirits Raffle Basket

Reset Society

In 2023 CPC Elevate was introduced to Reset Society who support women exiting sexual exploitation and trafficking.

- May 2024 - CPC Elevate attended a fundraiser and presented a donation of $3,000.

Purses of Hope

In 2024 CPC Elevate began helping by collecting new or gently used purses, filling them with a few essentials to support their motto of "Giving Hope...One Purse at a Time" to make a meaningful difference in women's lives.

Basically Babies

In 2025 CPC Elevate was introduced to Basically Babies.  Our team has volunteered by sorting and measuring clothes for their layette program and supported them by attending their annual Mother's Day Brunch and Silent Auction. 

- June 2025, CPC Elevate presented a donation for $2,400 from the proceeds of the CPC Elevate Cinco de Mayo Raffle Basket.

- December 2025 CPC Elevate presented a donation for $5,000,

My Friend Dave Project

In December 2025, CPC Elevate purchased, packed and donated 40 Christmas Stockings to support the vulnerable men through their project. 

CPC Elevate also contributes to various programs including:

- Calgary Drop Inn Center

- Feed the Hungry

- Brenda’s House

- Soup Sisters

- Inn From the Cold

 

Elevate also supports all other Canadian Progress Clubs in Calgary with their initiatives to help those in need.