HOW TO MAKE A DONATION
CHARITABLE REGISTRATION # 771422623RR0001
There are 2 ways you can support women and children through the YEG BUILT FOR LIFE FOUNDATION:
1. Contribute financially to our NEW Scholarship Program (2026 Scholarships)
In most cases, women who flee an abusive relationship are financially dependent on their perpetrator and are more likely to be stay-at-home moms, leading to reduced work experience in a changing society. While returning to school may seem daunting, YEG BUILT FOR LIFE FOUNDATION encourages women to invest in themselves and their education.
Prospective Students: Attending post-secondary or technical trade school and must Reside in Edmonton or an immediate surrounding community (Sherwood Park, Fork Saskatchewan, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Devon, Leduc, Beaumont
Application Window: April 1-August 1 (Annually)
Successful Applicants Contacted: September (Annually)
Criteria:
- Provides the primary financial support for yourself and your dependents. (Dependents include children, siblings and/or parents).
- Has financial need.
- Is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program.
- Is motivated to achieve your education and career goals.
- Has not previously been the recipient of a YEG BUILT FOR LIFE SCHOLARSHIP
Requirement: Outline your career goals (500 words max.) and how you plan to reach them while maintaining a work, study and life balance.
HOW TO CONTRIBUTE:
b. E-Transfer: [email protected]
c. Contact us and we can arrange for a pick-up at your location (Edmonton and surrounding areas)
Please include your name or organizations name, mailing address, phone number and email address so we can provide you with a tax receipt in 2026!
In most cases, women who flee an abusive relationship are financially dependent on their perpetrator and are more likely to be stay-at-home moms, leading to reduced work experience in a changing society. While returning to school may seem daunting, YEG BUILT FOR LIFE FOUNDATION encourages women to invest in themselves and their education.
Prospective Students: Attending post-secondary or technical trade school and must Reside in Edmonton or an immediate surrounding community (Sherwood Park, Fork Saskatchewan, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Devon, Leduc, Beaumont
Application Window: April 1-August 1 (Annually)
Successful Applicants Contacted: September (Annually)
Criteria:
- Provides the primary financial support for yourself and your dependents. (Dependents include children, siblings and/or parents).
- Has financial need.
- Is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program.
- Is motivated to achieve your education and career goals.
- Has not previously been the recipient of a YEG BUILT FOR LIFE SCHOLARSHIP
Requirement: Outline your career goals (500 words max.) and how you plan to reach them while maintaining a work, study and life balance.
HOW TO CONTRIBUTE:
b. E-Transfer: [email protected]
c. Contact us and we can arrange for a pick-up at your location (Edmonton and surrounding areas)
Please include your name or organizations name, mailing address, phone number and email address so we can provide you with a tax receipt in 2026!
2. Donate Essential Items for our Essentials Baskets (contact us for pick-up)
When leaving a domestic violence/abuse situation, women often leave with few items. Donations by patrons can assist in purchasing essential items such as groceries and gas, other personal items to build a sense of independence and security.
(Each basket costs approximately $75)
WHAT TO CONTRIBUTE:
a. Gift Cards (Grocery, gas, coffee)
b. Personal Hygiene Basket Items (Toothbrush/Toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, chapstick, pads/tampons, q-tip box, brush, razor/shaving cream, mouthwash, hand soap, lotion, toilet paper),
c. Baby Basket Items (facecloths, outfits, bottles, baby shampoo/body wash, teething rings, soothers, diapers, wipes),
d. Personal Item For Children (Teddy Bear, coloring book/crayons, house coat, blanket),
e. Monetary donation for our food basket (fresh fruit, vegetables & meat)
Please include your name or organizations name, mailing address, phone number and email address so we can provide you with a tax receipt in 2026!
When leaving a domestic violence/abuse situation, women often leave with few items. Donations by patrons can assist in purchasing essential items such as groceries and gas, other personal items to build a sense of independence and security.
(Each basket costs approximately $75)
WHAT TO CONTRIBUTE:
a. Gift Cards (Grocery, gas, coffee)
b. Personal Hygiene Basket Items (Toothbrush/Toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, chapstick, pads/tampons, q-tip box, brush, razor/shaving cream, mouthwash, hand soap, lotion, toilet paper),
c. Baby Basket Items (facecloths, outfits, bottles, baby shampoo/body wash, teething rings, soothers, diapers, wipes),
d. Personal Item For Children (Teddy Bear, coloring book/crayons, house coat, blanket),
e. Monetary donation for our food basket (fresh fruit, vegetables & meat)
Please include your name or organizations name, mailing address, phone number and email address so we can provide you with a tax receipt in 2026!
