Thousands of philosophers over the years have considered and debated our reason for existence and the meaning of life. We at movers North America would put forth that working to improve the condition of another while expecting nothing in return should certainly be considered as one of the prime reasons for our time here. If you've never worked with a charity before, you're definitely missing out on a wonderful experience. And you just may find out that donating your time to others is the best way of rewarding yourself. Below are just a few of the charities and organizations which could benefit from your time and energy's.
As the purse is emptied, the heart is filled.
Victor Hugo
If you haven't got any charity in your heart, you have the worst kind of heart trouble.
Bob Hope
Foster Parents Plan Foster Parents Plan is one of the world’s largest international, child-centered development organizations. We work in 45 developing countries where, worldwide, our long-term community programs benefit 1.3 million children and impact the lives of 13 million people. Plan is non-religious, non-political and has no government affiliations.
Amnesty International Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of “ordinary” people who work together to achieve extraordinary results. Each day we stand in solidarity with - and help protect - individuals and communities around the world whose human rights are under attack. We appeal for the violations to stop. We mobilize public pressure to prevent human rights abuses from taking place. And we support Amnesty’s campaigns through our financial contributions.
Every good act is charity. A man's true wealth hereafter is the good that he does in this world to his fellows.
Mohammed
Canadian Federation of Humane Societies The CFHS was formed in 1957 as the first and only national voice of Humane Societies/SPCAs across Canada and remains so to this day. The Federation serves as a forum through which member societies can meet to discuss issues of national importance. Together, we advocate for the universal humane treatment, care and protection of all animals.
Car Heaven Car Heaven was founded by the Clean Air Foundation, an organization working specifically on air quality issues in Canada. The Car Heaven Program encourages Canadians to get their old high-polluting cars off the road. Since the launching of the program in June 2000, over 28,000 cars have been donated to the program reducing green house gasses such as VOC emissions by 192 tonnes, CO by 1244 tonnes, and NOx by 109 tonnes.
The mission of the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada is to work within the community to fulfill heart felt wishes for children diagnosed with a high-risk, life-threatening illness. We desire to help every child enjoy the best quality of life possible, including the experience of laughter, shared joy and treasured memories with important people in their lives.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Canada is an affiliate of Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International which started in 1970, by a group of concerned parents of children with juvenile (type 1) diabetes. JDRF's commitment to funding is a symbol of hope - with a strong, continued effort - a cure will be found.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services. The Society's mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Since its founding in 1949, the Society has invested more than $424 million for research specifically targeting blood cancers.
The meal call web site is a collection of all of the various provincial ‘Meals on Wheels’ sites. All local senior meal programmes are completely independent, and rules and procedures vary. However, it is a great site for finding out whether your local community may have a ‘Meals on Wheels’ program.
And now keep faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
I Corinthians (Ch. XIII, V.13)
The mission of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada is: To be a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. Our two major programs provide hope for the future through the support of MS research into the cause, treatment and cure of the disease and hope for today through our many services that assist people with MS and their families.
Since 1954, Muscular Dystrophy Canada has been committed to improving the quality of life for the tens of thousands of Canadians with neuromuscular disorders and funding leading research for the discovery of therapies and cures for neuromuscular disorders. We strive to ensure that people with neuromuscular disorders lead full and engaged lives by providing services that increase mobility and encourage independence. We also aim to increase the awareness of neuromuscular disorders and their implications amongst Canadians to motivate changes in social policy at a national level.
Oxfam Canada is dedicated to fighting poverty and injustice around the world. We believe that every individual is entitled to an income, an education, affordable health-care, protection from disasters and violence, equality of opportunity and the right to have a say in his or her own future. We work with people in poor communities, with local partner organizations at home and abroad and with members, volunteers and financial supporters to make this a reality. Oxfam Canada is a member of Oxfam International, a federation of twelve, autonomous non-governmental organizations.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Canada is dedicated to helping children with serious and/or life-threatening illnesses or disabilities and their families lead happier and healthier lives. RMHC achieves this by supporting the Ronald McDonald House in communities across Canada and by awarding grants to children's charities that directly improve the health, well-being and quality of life for children in need.
The Terry Fox Foundation’s mission is to maintain the vision and principles of Terry Fox while raising money for cancer research through the annual Terry Fox Run, memoriam donations and planned gifts.
UNICEF works for and with children in 157 countries and territories, advocating for children's rights, insuring their basic needs are met and enabling them to reach their full potential. UNICEF's programming priorities include immunization, girl’s education, HIV and AIDS, child protection, and early childhood development. UNICEF is also present whenever emergency strike, working to ensure the well-being and development of children.
As Canada's largest relief and development agency, World Vision's passion is to help children and their communities transform their lives by fighting poverty and injustice. Since 1950, we have been providing hope for children in nearly 100 countries. We are motivated by God's love for all people, regardless of race, religion, or gender.
As a charity that’s over 150 years old, the YMCA continues to serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities and through all stages of life. We’ve always been dedicated to helping people attain good health through a healthy lifestyle and encouraging them to get involved in making their community a better place for everyone. Our concept of health focuses on prevention, rehabilitation, self-management and the social support needed to grow in spirit, mind and body. In everything that we do, we try to inspire a sense of responsibility to each other and the global community. We believe in leveraging the power of one for the benefit of the collective good.
Nothing is so hard for those who abound in riches to conceive how others can be in want.
Jonathan Swift
