Fort McMurray – Several Ways to Give!

100Brokers • May 11, 2016

Our hearts go out to all the people impacted by the fires in Fort McMurray. Below is a list that we have put together outlining charities that are making a difference locally in the fire relief effort in Fort McMurray.

At the time of writing this, our membership is at 74 brokers across Canada, and although our goal is to reach 100 members in each region, BC, The Prairies, Eastern Canada, and Atlantic Canada, we feel that the severity of this cause is enough to unite brokers across Canada to give as a consolidated group!

Over the next week, 100Brokers Who Care will be narrowing down this list to 3 potential recipients, and voting on who will receive our donation of $7400. However if there is a charity on the list below that you would like to support independently, please do that!

This list is being provided for your consideration! 

 

Redcross

With the federal government announcing that they are  matching all donations made to the Red Cross for the Fort McMurray Wildfires, this is a very good option! The Redcross has a reputation of doing great work in disaster relief. You can donate $5 by texting REDCROSS to 30333 or donate $10 by texting FIRES to 45678. Be careful: There are some scammers posing as the Red Cross asking for money on social media. 

The organization said it will likely be working in Fort McMurray for the next four or five years.

 

Salvation Army

As fires rage in Alberta, The Salvation Army’s Emergency and Disaster Services is on alert to provide fast, efficient service to first responders and those impacted by the disaster. The Salvation Army’s established and well-rehearsed emergency protocol allows the organization to offer practical support such as food, clothing and shelter, as well as emotional and spiritual care. The Salvation Army is committed to serving both in the response and recovery p

 

Save The Children

Children are the most vulnerable during emergencies, that’s why Save the Children has deployed staff to Edmonton to help minimize the impact of the disaster. We are continuously assessing the situation based on the most current Fort McMurray fire news and determining where help is most needed. Currently we are providing the necessary supplies for the safety and wellbeing of children, including hygiene kits, pop-up kits, baby baths, and clothes for newborns, in addition to the creation of Child Friendly Spaces. A Child Friendly Space or CFS is a critical component to providing support to children and families in temporary locations following a disaster.

 

Save on Foods

Join Save-On-Foods in supporting victims of the Fort McMurray fires at your local Save-On-Foods. You can donate cash or points. Displaced residents in need of emergency prescription refills can access their files at any Save-On-Foods/Overwaitea Food Group store. Our thoughts are with the residents of Fort McMurray and with the more than 300 Save-On-Foods team members affected by the wildfire.

 

United Way Fort McMurray

By donating to United for Fort McMurray you will help thousands of our city’s residents recover from this disaster and return to our families, our friends, and our neighbourhoods.  Your generosity will help address important social needs like housing, food assistance, trauma and mental health supports, and much more.

 

Canada Helps

CanadaHelps.org has a great resource list of charities that are setup to help the victims of the Fort McMurray fires. Have a look and find somewhere to give! 

PROUD TO SUPPORT Let's Cure Lucas RECIPIENT EASTERN 1st QUARTER 2026

By Brokers Who Care • February 16, 2026
Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Let's Cure Lucas - Fighting an Ultra-Rare Genetic Disease our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rocco Mongelli for bringing this Cause to our attention. Lucas Azevedo is a four-year-old with an ultra-rare gene variant affecting the RBM28 gene—a condition so rare that only one other child in the world has been discovered with it. This disease is currently unnamed and has no cure, but his smile and spirit inspire everyone around him.  Lucas lives with significant physical challenges. His ultra-rare gene variant affects all four of his limbs, his balance and coordination, his speech, his oral strength, and much more. His muscles are both tight and fragile, making even the simplest movements a challenge against gravity itself. Nothing happens automatically for him—every movement requires intention, strength, and support. The RBM28 variant affects his cerebellum, the area of the brain vital for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, posture, and motor learning. While there is currently no cure, gene therapy has been developed and has proven successful in stopping progression for many ultra-rare diseases. Lucas's family is hopeful about ongoing research and potential breakthroughs. In the meantime, Lucas works incredibly hard six days a week undergoing physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, swallowing therapy, and hydrotherapy to build strength and independence. His goal is to walk independently, run, jump, and ride a bike. Your support directly funds the therapies and care that allow Lucas to keep fighting and growing stronger. Together, we can help this remarkable little boy achieve his dreams and contribute to the research that may one day lead to a cure. Thank you for standing with Lucas and his family in this urgent fight.

PROUD TO SUPPORT Lisse's Family Fighting for Healing and Stability RECIPIENT WESTERN 1st QUARTER 2026

By Brokers Who Care • February 16, 2026
Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Lisse's Family Fighting for Healing and Stability our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Lauren Sbitney for bringing this Cause to our attention. Lisse and her husband Zach are facing an urgent crisis after Lisse was diagnosed with aggressive MS that threatened complete paralysis. In January 2025, emergency hospitalization revealed major spinal lesions, and she was told she could lose all mobility within months. Desperate to save her life and health, they drained their life savings and fundraised to pursue a stem cell transplant in Mexico. While the treatment has halted the disease's progression, recovery requires one to two years of intensive care and therapy. Eight months in, Lisse continues to make slow gains alongside expected setbacks. With Zach unable to work since December 2024 to care for both Lisse and their 10-month-old daughter Effie, the family is drowning in mounting debt despite living on an extremely tight budget. Their income-assistance application is still pending after six months of waiting.  They urgently need support to access therapies that could meaningfully accelerate Lisse's healing and provide their family with basic stability. Your help would ease their financial burden and allow them to focus on recovery and giving Effie the secure childhood she deserves.

PROUD TO SUPPORT Andrea Mundie RECIPIENT 3rd QUARTER 2025

By Brokers Who Care • November 3, 2025
Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Andrea Mundie our Recipient of the 3rd Quarter 2025 vote. Thank you Marci Deanefor bringing this Cause to our attention. Andrea Mundie is a devoted mother of four—Rex, Dace, Clove, and Penn—facing the fight of her life. Already living with Stage 4 cancer, she has now been diagnosed with leptomeningeal disease, a rare and aggressive complication. Her priority is simple yet profound: to spend meaningful time with her children and create lasting memories while she can. To extend her time, Andrea has begun permanent chemotherapy. But the financial strain is overwhelming. Many of her most urgent needs are not covered by insurance. Funds raised will directly support: Health and wellness costs to ease her treatment Meals and home care for her children Educational expenses to secure their futures Despite her challenges, Andrea’s resilience shines. She celebrated her 50th birthday with loved ones, even while beginning chemotherapy. Soon after, she faced emergency surgery where her heart stopped and doctors cracked her ribs and sternum to save her life. Through it all, she has held onto positivity and humor. A grant from 100 Brokers Who Care would ease Andrea’s burden, giving her peace of mind and the ability to focus on what matters most—her children. Your support will provide comfort, dignity, and precious moments of love and memory.
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