December 1 through 25, a suggested charitable or non-profit donation will be made. The goal is to open doors for people, not doors for chocolate, and work on building community. Though Christmassy, this is a secular project. The only organizations with religious ties to be featured will be fully inclusive of all people. The range of organizations will be diverse and are not intended to be exhaustive suggestions; our city has too many to cover all. (So I'll do this annually to promote as many wonderful organizations as possible.)

Please consider monetary or in-kind donations for the featured organizations. I'm hoping each reader can contribute $5 per organization, per day. Please feel free to give more or to give what you can; some organizations have lists of items they need. Many are desperate for volunteers now and all year.

Please post if you have contributed in some way. I'd like to see if there is interest in a municipal charity advent calendar.

Thank you for participating!

Monday, 7 December 2015

Dec 7: Pride Centre of Edmonton



Today's door was opened, revealing The Pride Centre of Edmonton! http://pridecentreofedmonton.org/

The Pride Centre provides the LGBTQ2+ people of our city and surrounding areas, as well as families and friends of LGBTQ2+ people with programs, support groups, resources, advocacy, and all variety of supportive activities. The Pride Centre plays a vital role in moral and emotional support for individuals; many, many people, especially youth, cite The Pride Centre as one of the most important elements in their lives.

The Pride Centre also offers educational information and discussion for people without direct connection to the LGBTQ2+ community, people who want to learn more.

Please donate at http://pridecentreofedmonton.org/donate.html to help ensure The Pride Centre can continue offering all the wonderful programs and initiatives it does.

During the holiday season, many LGBTQ2+ people are at greater risk of depression and suicide if they have not got family support. The Pride Centre offers a refuge, welcoming, open arms, and a community. In short, The Pride Centre, by its very existence, saves lives.
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