Between Friends

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At Between Friends, we focus on abilities, not disabilities!

Between Friends provides quality social, recreation, and development opportunities so that people with disabilities can connect, grow, and belong. Through our wide offerings we aim to create safe and supportive environments for people with disabilities to engage with their peers, have fun and learn skills, not only in our programs but in the community as well! We endeavour to increase the community's awareness, positive attitudes, and sensitivity towards their fellow citizens with disabilities.

2026 Giving Opportunities

Complete Giving Opportunities to earn points in the September Games standings!

Option 1: Lunch and Learn
Grab your colleagues and spend 30 minutes learning about what Between Friends is all about. The presentation will include some history as well as what makes Between Friends such a unique program in our community.
This opportunity is ONLY AVAILABLE to companies who have not done a lunch and learn in the past due to the duplicity of the material. We will nudge you towards the Option 2 if you sign up and have already completed a lunch and learn with us in the last two years.
Minimum of 10 employees must be present to receive this point. In person and online option available.
Fill out attached form to book: CCC Booking Form
Option 2: Learning Module
This learning module is based on the values and practices of Between Friends and the TED Talk “The Autism Spectrum Isn’t What You Think It Is” by Chloé Hayden. In her talk, Chloé Hayden challenges common stereotypes about autism and explains why autism should be understood as a spectrum of diverse experiences, not a single story or a problem to be fixed. She highlights the importance of listening to autistic voices, valuing lived experience, and creating spaces where people feel accepted, understood, and able to be themselves. After the module, they will be required to complete a short quiz.
Minimum of 10 quiz submissions to receive this point.
Complete the module: Understanding Autism, Inclusion, and Community with Between Friends
Option 1: Days of Caring at Camp Bonaventure (Sandy Beach)
Get prepared to get DIRTY! Camp Bonaventure has many projects leading up to and during camp that we can use volunteers to help! These include: setting up and maintaining our Camp Garden, and other possible construction/cleaning projects.
This opportunity is only available May 1 - September 30 weather permitting with a 3-4 hour time commitment. Only available Monday - Thursday 10am - 3pm.
Up to 10 volunteers recommended (if groups have more than 10 we may have to split the group into multiple projects).
Fill out attached form to book: CCC Booking Form
Option 2: Relive your camp counsellor days
Opportunity available July and August only, at all sites: Sandy Beach, Thorncliffe Community Association, Willow Ridge Community Association (BBQ only available on Fridays, Volunteering available Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm)
Host a BBQ Lunch
Bring your group down to Camp Bonaventure to host a BBQ lunch for our campers!
Companies will provide; hot dogs, buns, chips and juice boxes for 50 campers on average (shopping list will be provided). Between Friends will supply all condiments, cooking supplies and dietary restricted food options.
Shift: 11am - 2pm (or end of lunch, whichever is later)
Max 5 Volunteers
Spend a half day on site with our Campers lending a hand.
Your group will be placed into a group of campers for the morning or afternoon, this will likely be one volunteer per group. Experience what a day at camp looks like and support our wonderful team of leaders and volunteers provide an unforgettable summer for our members.
Max 5 Volunteers
Shifts 9am - noon OR 1pm - 4pm
Fill out attached form to book: CCC Booking Form
Option 3: Host a fundraising event of your choice!
Looking to inspire positive change at your workplace? Here are a few simple, office-based fundraising ideas that can easily raise $500 or more while keeping things fun and inclusive:
- Casual Dress Days: Ask employees to donate $5–$10 to dress casually for a day or week. With broad participation, this adds up quickly.
- Office Bake Sale or Snack Bar: Homemade treats, coffee, or snack packs are always popular and can raise significant funds in a short time.
- Team Challenges: Host a step challenge, trivia contest, or desk-to-desk competition with entry fees and prizes for top performers.
- Matching Gift Drive: Encourage leadership to match employee donations to quickly boost total funds raised.
- Silent Auction: Auction off donated items, experiences, or even “perks” like an extra vacation day or preferred parking spot.
- Raffle or Prize Draw: Collect small prizes or gift cards from staff or local businesses and sell tickets throughout the office.*
With just a little creativity and teamwork, your office can make a meaningful impact while reaching the $500 fundraising goal.
Want to collect donations online? Let us know and we can get a shareable form set up for you!
Raise $500 or more to earn the point.
*If you wish to do a raffle, prize draw, or 50/50 then you will need to get a license number from us - get in touch!
Fill out attached form to book: CCC Booking Form
Option 4: Run for a Cause
Sign up 3 or more runners to the Servus Calgary Marathon (Bonus Point Available!)
Grab your runners and take to the streets as Team Between Friends with a team of at least three from your workplace! Sign up for the SERVUS Calgary Marathon and run, walk, or wheel your way toward supporting youth and adults who benefit from Between Friends programs. Whether you’re chasing a new personal record or just showing up for the high-fives and snacks at the finish line, every step helps spread awareness and support.
Don’t forget to share the fun! Grab a photo on race day, post it on social media, and tag @betweenfriendsab to show your team spirit. Run, walk, or wheel in support of connection, inclusion, and brighter futures.
Ready to take on the challenge? Register your team today!
Even better, by signing up with our unique link, we get to keep some of your registration fee!
Our link: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/107196/2026-servus-calgary-marathon?aff=MNLUH
Option 5: Volunteer at one of our programs
We are always looking for more volunteers to support our WESOAR and Adventurers programs. If you are interested in an opportunity outside of those above, and something in the list below takes your interest, please do reach out and we can discuss on a case by case basis. Check out opportunities: Volunteer Opportunities
Contact Rosie directly at RStreat@betweenfriends.ab.ca
For this opportunity to count as a point, you will need to provide 3 volunteers.
Option 1: Donate directly to support our Programs and Services
Minimum $500 donation for a Give More Point.
Donations will receive a tax receipt plus the company will be recognized through social media as well as in our annual impact report and newsletters.
Donate through this direct link: Between Friends Donation Link
Option 2: Friends in Motion
Grab a team of 4 and join our flagship fundraising event FRIENDS IN MOTION!
Wednesday March 18th at PowerPlay. Teams will be partnered with a Between Friends member and compete in bowling and GolfZone. Arcade tokens and refreshments will be provided.
Teams need to raise minimum $1000 to participate
Click here to register: Between Friends - Friends in Motion
Option 3: Enter a Team for our Golf Tournament
Join us on Wednesday August 26th at one of the most scenic golf resorts; Silvertip Golf Course in Canmore, Alberta. Silvertip is surrounded by 600 acres of grasslands, wildlife and mountain vistas. Enjoy a friendly round of golf while raising much needed funds for people with disabilities.
Fill out attached form if interested in joining us for golf: CCC Booking Form
Donate Online: Between Friends Donation Link
By Cheque: 401 8989 Macleod Trail S, Calgary, Alberta T2H 0M2 (Memo: Calgary Corporate Challenge & Your Company)
Note: Donations will receive a tax receipt plus the company will be recognized through social media as well as in our annual impact report and newsletters.
Benevity: Simply ensure you add a note in the comment section to indicate your donation is a part of the Charity Challenge.