2022 AFP National Philanthropy Day Awards
Each year, in November, the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) celebrates National Philanthropy Day. This day is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating those in our communities who embody philanthropy – the charitable giving of time, money, knowledge or skill.
The Southern Saskatchewan and Saskatoon chapters of AFP each held an awards luncheon to honour individuals, businesses and community groups who are making a positive impact on the people of our province.
The following donors to the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan were honoured at the awards luncheon and received awards. Continue reading to learn more about the ways they are making a difference in the lives of those affected with cancer in Saskatchewan.
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IG Wealth Management – Saskatchewan SouthOutstanding Community Group, ReginaFor 16 years, IG Wealth Management has cared about cancer patients in southern Saskatchewan. They created the IG Day of Caring that beautifies the outdoors of the Regina Cancer Patient Lodge operated by the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency. The Lodge provides cancer patients living in rural areas a home away from home while taking treatments across the street at the Allan Blair Cancer Centre. IG staff volunteers partner with the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan to roll up their sleeves, wash windows, paint fresh parking lines, rake, mow, sweep, and plant flowers. In addition, they have donated over $80,000 for the Lodge. In southern Saskatchewan IG Wealth Management continues their support through the YWCA, STARS, United Way and the Alzheimer’s Society.
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CamecoHonoured Supporter, SaskatoonSince 2012, Cameco has supported cancer patients in Saskatchewan through the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and now the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan. Most known for the Cameco Riders Touchdown for Dreams, they have delivered over 70 dreams to women with cancer and their families. Also, they have quietly provided a northern health bus, funding for upgrades to the chemotherapy unit at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre, support for the 4D CT Simulator campaign, breast cancer research, and education for youth. |
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Wild Rose 4-H Beef ClubYouth in Philanthropy Award, SaskatoonIn 2021, the Wild Rose 4-H Beef Club cared for and raised a steer which they then auctioned off for charity at the Prince Albert Regional 4-H Beef Show and Sale. Inspired by community members who were battling cancer, the club chose to support the purchase of a new 4D CT Simulator for the Saskatoon Cancer Centre. Raising $49,930 for the steer, the clubs efforts inspired additional donations from their community – Prince Albert Canadian Tire and JGL Group of Companies both stepped up to match the auction amount, bringing the total raised to $150,000! |
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