The Impact of the Floods on the Nonprofit Sector in Calgary and Area - October 2013 Update
The third in a series of Flood Reports by CCVO, this update examines the community needs and organizational issues that have arisen, and outlines the existing funding available for nonprofit groups.
Flood Report #2: Resilience in the face of adversity
The months following the worst flooding in decades across southern Alberta have been filled with endless examples of citizens and organizations stepping up to meet the needs of our communities. From the onset, nonprofit organizations have been at the forefront of, both, immediate responses, and now, ongoing recovery efforts.
New Flood Recovery Survey now open
On June 26th CCVO and Propellus (formerly Volunteer Calgary) initiated an online survey of Calgary and area nonprofit organizations designed to get an initial sense of how the local nonprofit sector has been affected by the recent flood disaster.
Alberta Flood Relief Resources
We have compiled a list of flood recovery resources available for nonprofits, businesses and individuals. Priority listing has been given to long-term recovery funding and programs, as well as donated legal, insurance and health and wellness services.
Calgary and Area Nonprofit Flood Impact Survey
On June 26th CCVO and Propellus (formerly Volunteer Calgary) initiated an online survey of Calgary and area nonprofit organizations designed to get an initial sense of how the local nonprofit sector has been affected by the recent flood disaster.
Media Release: Impact of flood on nonprofits and charities to be felt in the months to come
In the immediate aftermath of the extensive flooding that began in Calgary on June 20, 2013, Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO) and Propellus (formerly Volunteer Calgary) began to assess the immediate and long-term impact that the flood has had on local nonprofits and charities.
Come hell or high water, I’m going to meet my MLA
Here’s a list of of events that Calgary area MLAs will be hosting in conjunction with Stampede. We’ll be updating it as more information becomes available. Stampede breakfasts and BBQs are a great way to interact with your MLA, and eat some pancakes and hot dogs too.
After the Flood – Moving Forward with Calgary’s Nonprofit Sector
The past six days have been a hugely challenging time as Calgary and other communities in Southern Alberta have dealt with the impact of massive flooding. We are indebted to many for their heroic, selfless and generous response to this emergency. The immediate reaction of many of our nonprofit organizations and the community’s reaction, in both structured and spontaneous ways, has been overwhelming.