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A Donation Makes a Difference

With Centres in Calgary, Medicine Hat and Online Programs, Unison is the go-to place for older adults — a vibrant, engaging hub of activity and diverse resources that help individuals and their families live their best lives. It’s our passion and purpose to create a space for older adults to join together in enriching experiences for the mind, body and spirit.

There are many reasons to give to Unison – to support programs and services that matter to you, to honour your loved ones, to leave a legacy for your community or to support vulnerable seniors during challenging times. Every donation is a gift from the heart and makes a meaningful difference for seniors.

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The Power of Monthly Giving

Becoming a monthly donor means providing steady, reliable support that seniors can count on. Your ongoing generosity helps ensure vulnerable older adults have access to nutritious food, safe shelter, social connection, and vital wellness programs - all year round.

Small gifts. Big impact. Lasting change.

Monthly giving provides Unison with continual revenue, allowing us to support seniors consistently throughout the year. Plus, it’s convenient - you’ll receive just one tax receipt for your total annual donations.

Join our community of monthly donors and make a difference every day.

Leave a Gift in your Will - A gift today. A legacy forever.

Thank you for considering a gift in your Will to Unison (Kerby Centre/Veiner Centre). Every gift, big or small, makes a lasting impact - providing safe shelter, grocery delivery, affordable housing support, frozen meals, and wellness programs for thousands of seniors.

Legacy Gift Options:

Bequests in a Will
Gifts in Kind (art, real estate, etc.)
Publicly Traded Securities
RRSPs, RRIFs, TFSAs
Life Insurance
Charitable Annuities

Why Leave a Legacy Gift?

Significant tax benefits
Preserve assets for loved ones
Easy to arrange with lasting impact

Contact Us: RobL@unisonalberta.com | 403-705-3235

Wording for your Will

Here is some sample wording to help you include a charitable gift in your Will.

You can name the residue of your estate or a specific gift or a percentage of the residue. The residue is what remains after taxes, administrative expenses and your heirs have received their specific gifts.

Sample wording: “I bequeath the residue of my estate (or _______% of the residue of my estate) to UNISON SOCIETY (Unison at Kerby Centre/ Veiner Centre)

Another way is to name a specific amount.

Sample wording: “I give $_____________to support the work of

UNISON SOCIETY (Unison at Kerby Centre/ Veiner Centre)

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Legacy Giving

By including Unison in your will or estate plans, you’re creating a lasting impact that supports seniors for generations to come. Your legacy gift helps provide essential services like food security, safe shelter, social connection, and wellness programs - ensuring older adults in our community continue to thrive.

A gift today. A legacy forever.

To learn more about legacy giving, please contact RobL@unisonalberta.com or call 403-705-3235.

Gift of Securities to Unison Alberta

Click here to download the Gift of Securities Form

Food

Drop off non-perishable items or grocery store gift cards to reception at the Veiner Centre and Kerby Centre locations.

Other Donations

We are able to accept select donated goods; the following items will help seniors in your community:

iPads or tablets
Personal protective equipment (PPE) including reusable masks
Money and dollar-value gift cards (which go directly to our Crisis Fund)
New and gently used clothing for our Wise Owl clothing store
Yarn and other knitting supplies

In Calgary call 403-265-0661 to donate or email JoyP@UnisonAlberta.com

In Medicine Hat call 403-525-8901 to donate or email CoriF@UnisonAlberta.com

Donate Your Used Vehicle

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to get rid of your used vehicle? Turn your well-loved or estate car into a charity car and donate it to Unison!

Old or new, running or not, Donate A Car will accept your vehicle for donation and even pick it up free of charge.

Donate a Car

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