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A support to adapt and increase frontline services The Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) is a $350-million investment from the Government of Canada allocated through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) to help vulnerable populations manage the impacts of COVID-19. The objective was to help agencies adapt and increase front-line...

Emergency support for vulnerable people In March 2020, the COVID-19 Emergency Fund was created to help community agencies implement exceptional measures to assist isolated and vulnerable people hit hard by the health crisis. The fund was made possible thanks to donations from businesses, organizations and unions, foundations, municipalities and boroughs,...

As committed and influential philanthropists, the volunteers of the Major Donors cabinet are the driving force behind the Major Donations campaign. Each member of the cabinet leads a team of volunteers. Chair of the cabinet Alain B. Auclair's Team Mary-Dailey Desmarais' Team Étienne Dubuc's Team Norman Hébert, Jr.'s Team David...

We work in concert with the largest companies and organizations in Greater Montreal, as well as their unions and employees, to create fundraising campaigns and win-win experiences. These collaborations result in positive benefits for all those involved, including organizations, donors, and Centraide. The remarkable commitment of companies, organizations, and their...

As leaders from a variety of business sectors, Campaign Cabinet volunteers enlist the collaboration of companies and organizations in Greater Montreal. Each member of the cabinet is responsible for a specific sector and leads his or her own team of volunteers. 2024 Campaign Co-Chairs 2024 Campaign Cabinet Members The campaign...

Thanks to your support and trust, Centraide can increase its action to fight poverty and social exclusion in all Greater Montreal neighbourhoods and communities. Every donation is important. When added to thousands of others, your gift becomes a powerful force to improve the living conditions of vulnerable people. Personal donation...

The Audit and Investment Committee assists the Board of Directors in ensuring sound financial management of the corporation. The Committee also ensures the compliance of the corporation’s financial statements. Chairmanship of the Audit and Investment Committee   Members of the Audit and Investment Committee  

Several businesses and organizations in Greater Montreal are opening their doors to Centraide workplace campaigns. Join the many organizations that have decided to position themselves as social change makers in their communities. You have different ways to take part in the Centraide campaign, such as through a corporate donation, an...

The Council of Governors is composed of faithful ambassadors who have previously been on the Board of Directors, Campaign Cabinet, or the Social Development Investment Committee. As members of the council, they continue to promote Centraide of Greater Montreal’s mission and share their vision of the role and future of...

Centraide of Greater Montreal (“CGM”) is committed to protecting your privacy. Last update: November 30, 2023. In Brief We understand how important your privacy is to you, and we are committed to preserving the confidentiality of the personal information we collect about you. Why do we collect your personal information?...

Centraide of Greater Montreal (“CGM”) is committed to protecting your privacy. Last update: September 15, 2023. This policy concerns you and describes how we collect, use, communicate and protect your personal information on our website (the Site) and as part of our charitable activities. It also explains how you can...

Monday, May 15, 2023, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Participant's Guide: Optimize your experience To get the most out of the Together for Housing event, download the Participant's Guide. With essential information on the day's goals, the housing situation in Greater Montreal, and other useful resources, this guide will help...

Centraide is proud to collaborate with a number of partners that support our mission and allow us to have greater impact and visibility.  Advertising partners Advertising partners Centraide can count on the generosity of a number of advertising partners to increase its visibility and help raise awareness about poverty and...

The Philanthropic Development Associate Program lets Centraide benefit from additional human resources without adding management costs. During the critical period of the annual campaign, the Philanthropic Development Associates work with the Centraide team to provide support and guidance to workplace fundraising campaign organizers. You can participate in two ways: loan...

Forward-thinking and daring, the volunteer members on the Board of Directors determine the overall direction for Centraide of Greater Montreal. Responsibility, integrity, and transparency guide their deliberation and decision-making process. Chairmanship of the Board of Directors Committee Members of the Board of Directors Committee *Member of the Executive Committee Committees...

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Emerging philanthropists are Centraide of Greater Montreal's youngest ambassadors. Their mission is to raise awareness of our organization's cause among their co-workers. Co-Chairs of the Emerging Philanthropists Committee Members of the Emerging Philanthropists Committee

Demand for volunteers is high, and agencies are constantly looking for people who are eager to help their community. Where do I start? To get the most out of your volunteer experience, it’s important to choose a cause that is close to your heart and within your comfort zone, such...

The asylum seekers emergency fund is a response to an exceptional situation that requires agencies to be quickly given additional and significant resources to provide new immigrants in vulnerable situations with emergency assistance. What is the asylum seekers emergency fund? It is a fund that provides community agencies that assist...

This directory presents all the community agencies that receive financial support from Centraide to take action against poverty and exclusion in the neighbourhoods, towns, and villages of Greater Montreal. To find agencies sort by name, territory, or area of activity or enter a postal code to list community agencies according...

In a context of labour shortages, a lack of office space, and rising costs amid an abundance of innovative projects, Centraide, which is always attuned to the needs of agencies, aims to support their efforts to share resources. In spring 2023, Centraide brought together community stakeholders to create the webinar...

Major philanthropists choose Centraide to contribute to the social development of Greater Montreal and provide a safety net for vulnerable members of the population. Their enthusiasm and generosity are a great source of strength. Major Donors contribute to Centraide with personal donations of $10,000 or more. They form a network...

Access to decent and affordable housing has become a key issue in the fight against inequality and poverty. Greater Montreal’s housing crisis has exacerbated the vulnerability of many people and impacted other significant social problems, such as homelessness, child development, mental health, food security and domestic violence. The most recent...

A $400 MILLION INVESTMENT From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, community service organizations, including charities, non-profits and Indigenous governing bodies, across Canada have shown impressive stamina and creativity in their response to the diverse and increasingly challenging needs of their communities.   The Government of Canada delivered the Community Services...

Many donors motivated by the positive impact of their donation and a desire to make a difference in Greater Montreal join the Leader ranks. Their continual engagement allows us to plan for the future. Leaders contribute to Centraide through personal donations of $1,200 to $9,999. Together they form a network...

Psychosocial, academic, and technological support for youth The Youth Project was initiated in April 2020 in response to school closures, which increased risks for isolated and marginalized youth, particularly the risk of dropping out of school. The project was made possible thanks to the financial support provided by the Lucie...

Planned giving donors are people who not only contribute to the annual campaign but also support Centraide’s mission over the long term, for example, by leaving a gift in their will, donating a life insurance policy, or creating an endowment fund. Once realized, these valuable contributions are then invested in...

The Governance and Nominating Committee assists the Board of Directors in fulfilling its responsibilities for the development of governance practices and policies. Chairmanship of the Governance and Nominating Committee Members of the Governance and Nominating Committee

The Human Resources Committee shall assist the Board of Directors in fulfilling its responsibilities in developing human resources policies and practices. Chairmanship of the Human Resources Committee Members of the Human Resources Committee