Donations

Donations to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society

Ways to Give

The Canadian Down Syndrome Society is a registered charity that accepts donations to fuel its efforts to progress advocacy and education on behalf of people with Down syndrome and their families ( Canada Customs and Revenue Agency Business Number 11883 0751 RR 0001).

Donations can be made in a variety of ways. Click on any of the following icons to find out how to donate.

Donate Online

Online donations are a quick and easy way to give. Tax receipts for donations over $10 will automatically be e-mailed to your account. Please click the button below to donate.

Donate by Telephone

Call CDSS Toll-Free at 1-800-883-5608 or 403-270-8500 to donate by Visa or MasterCard.

Donate by Mail or Fax

Print and complete the donation form, then mail or fax it to the CDSS office at:

The Canadian Down Syndrome Society
#283 - 5005 Dalhousie Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta
T3A 5R8

Monthly Giving

Monthly donations provide consistent financial support to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society, and make your donation go further in supporting Canadians with Down syndrome. Through our pre-authorized giving program, you can pledge your support on a monthly basis, receive a valuable tax receipt and incorporate your charitable giving into your monthly financial plan.

To arrange a monthly donation to the CDSS please download the donation form and select payment options. If you would like to set up your recurring billing over the phone, please call our office at 1-800-883-5608 or 403-270-8500 and a CDSS staff member would be happy to assist you.

Donations in Honor of Celebrations

What better way to “Celebrate Being” than to honour a loved one or recognize a special occasion by making a difference for Canadians with Down syndrome.

Celebrate the arrival of a new baby.
Honour someone who is celebrating a special occasion such as a birthday, wedding or anniversary.
Recognize someone special for all their hard work, or simply let them know they are appreciated. Tribute donations make great teacher appreciation gifts.

You will receive a tax receipt for your generous gift of $10 or more and CDSS will send a card with your personal message to the recipient of your choice.

Memorial Gifts

Remember a loved one by making a donation in his or her memory to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society. A memorial gift is a wonderful way to honour life, express sympathy and contribute to an important cause.

You will receive a tax receipt for your generous support of $10 or more, and CDSS will acknowledge your thoughtful gift by sending a card with your personal message to the bereaved family or recipient of your choice.

To coordinate a celebration or memorial gift, please contact Kim Antifaeff at 403-270-8500 or via our contact page. If you prefer to make your donation online, please click on the “donate now” button below.

When making a donation online, please choose “Yes, as a gift in memory of” or “Yes, as a gift in honour/on behalf of” under “Dedications and Gift Options” so that we can send a card of acknowledgement. Please be sure to include a complete address and personal message.

Celebrate Weddings

Celebrate your wedding by including the Canadian Down Syndrome Society in your special day.

In Lieu of Wedding Favours. Show your appreciation of guests and loved ones by making a donation to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society instead of purchasing wedding favours. The CDSS can create personalized place cards for each guest or a single card for the centre of each table or guestbook, to let your guests know you of the gift you have made in their honour.

In Lieu of Wedding Gifts. For couples that are looking to contribute in other ways, ask your guests to make a donation to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society instead of purchasing wedding gifts. The CDSS can create small cards to include in your wedding invitations acknowledging your generous request. Guests can conveniently make their donations online, by phone or by mail.

For more information or to coordinate your wedding donation please contact our Development Associate through our contact page.

In-Kind Contributions

The Canadian Down Syndrome Society thrives because of the generous donations we receive from individuals, families and local businesses. You can share in the power of our efforts through in-kind donations of goods and services which may help alleviate the costs associated with our programs, events and campaigns.

If you or your company have access to items and services which may help the CDSS continue to support the over 35,000 citizens with Down syndrome and their families, please contact our office at 1-800-883-5608 or 403-270-8500 or via our contact page.

Here are some examples of how to support CDSS and their efforts: