Year-End Giving: Make an Impact That Matters

December 19, 2025

Year-End Giving: Make an Impact That Matters

As we approach the end of the year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on gratitude, generosity, and the impact we can have on our community.

Your year-end gift to The Brenda Strafford Foundation not only helps change lives for the people we serve, but it also provides meaningful tax benefits for you or your company.

Donate by December 31 to be eligible to claim your donation on your current tax return. Eligible donations receive an official donation receipt.

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How your donation works for you as an individual (general example): 

When you donate to a registered charity, you receive an official donation receipt that you can claim on your tax return. (any monetary donations over $20.00 receive an official tax receipt)

Example for illustration only (Alberta, varies by province):

Federal credit: 15% of $100 = $15

Alberta credit: 10% of $100 = $10

*Total tax credit on a $100 gift: $25

For businesses:

Businesses don’t receive “tax credits” instead, they receive a tax deduction.  A charitable donation reduces the company’s taxable income, lowering its overall tax bill.

This can make charitable giving a high-impact strategy for corporate social responsibility and year-end tax planning.

Make your gift go further:

Some employers offer donation or volunteer-hour matching programs. Check with your HR team to see if your workplace participates.

Your Gift Matters!

Whether you’re an individual, a family, or a business, your year-end contribution to The Brenda Strafford Foundation creates real change.

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Questions about donating or tax receipting?

If you would like to learn more about our work, or you need more information regarding donations and tax receipting, please contact our Philanthropy team: philanthropy@theBSF.ca.

This information is provided for general awareness only and is not intended as tax advice, and taxes vary by individual circumstances. Please consult the CRA or a qualified tax professional for more information.

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