Welcome to the fall 2023 issue of our Making Changes newsletter!

After a busy summer with several events and programming activities, we are very excited about our plans for fall. In this issue, we are bringing you updates about our spectacular fall plans, including our annual fundraiser - Casino Royale.

As always, we thank our sponsors, donors, and other partners for their continued support!

Stay up to date on upcoming events and news on our website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook).

Happy reading!

GET READY TO ROLL THE DICE AND SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE!

Tickets are selling fast and spots are limited! Join us on Friday, November 3, 2023, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. as we bring you an unforgettable night of fun and fundraising at the Hangar Flight Museum.

$95 - Single ticket

$90 per ticket if two or more are purchased at the same time

$680 ($85 each) - Table of 8

Each ticket receives one free drink, $50,000 "Fun Money" for games (Blackjack, Roulette, Poker, Craps, Crown & Anchor, and PLINKO), and access to a cash bar, a raffle, fun snacks & music, a photo booth in a hollowed-out airplane, and a silent auction.

Come and be part of the fun as we raise funds to empower women, those who identify as women and teen girls to reach their full potential.

Sponsorship packages are available - please contact execdirector@makingchangesassociation.ca for sponsorship details.

All silent auction donations are greatly appreciated and will help us make this a memorable night! Contact events@makingchangesassociation.ca for more information on our silent auction.

Purchase Your Ticket

Making Changes Association Annual General Meeting

Our virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be hosted via Zoom on September 27, 2023, from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm.

Please join us to celebrate our achievements and successes during our 2022-23 fiscal year, and learn about our plans for the future.

Reserve your spot now through Eventbrite!

Patti Dalsin and Farah Kaleem attended Back to School BBQ organized by Trellis. They shared information about My Best Friend's Closet.

Adrienne Bozek and Patti Dalsin from our team represented Making Changes Association at the Career Fair organized by Maple Leaf Academy.

Our Impact - Employment and Life Skills Program Graduate

"When I first arrived in Canada my confidence was greatly impacted. The ELS program helped me realize that I have a lot to offer. I learned about so many new resources. From ELS, I gained a Canadian reference and confidence in my interview skills. Now I am working as an Administrative Coordinator at the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute."

Professional Women's Group

Dress for Success Calgary's Professional Women’s Group completed a 5-day Summer Reset Challenge, with 61 participants. Monica won a $250 self-care gift basket as the challenge winner.

The Professional Women’s Group welcomes all women for free membership, providing access to professional webinars, practical information, and inspiration to support their journey towards success.

To learn more about the Professional Women's Group, please contact Michelle Paul, Program Manager, Dress for Success Calgary.

Helping Women Now!

Are you passionate about supporting women and non-binary individuals in their personal and professional lives with your skillset?

Dress for Success Calgary is seeking volunteers to help clients in a one-on-one virtual setting navigate community resources, review resumes and cover letters, carry out mock interviews, and more.

If you are interested in volunteering, visit www.helpingwomennow.ca to learn more!

PARKLUXE 2023

PARK and Richardson Wealth are pleased to announce the return of PARKLUXE in support of Dress for Success Calgary. Join us on October 13th for a luxurious night of Canadian fashion, music, and great food. This event celebrates the 15-year anniversary of PARK and the return of PARKLUXE, last held in 2019!

Event proceeds from PARKLUXE will support Dress For Success Calgary and the many women from our community that access this program on their journey towards economic independence.

You don't want to miss this event. Get your tickets at https://www.showpass.com/parkluxe-2023/

On August 11, 2023, Ms. Calgary 2023 (Ingrid Martinez), Miss Teen Calgary 2023 (Matalyn Schall), and Miss Jr. Teen Calgary 2023 (Sophia Koster), visited My Best Friend’s Closet. Ingrid is a volunteer at Making Changes Association, and she arranged the visit to share more about working being done and the impact of the program on teen girls in our community.

Ingrid has chosen Making Changes as her preferred charity and wanted to raise awareness of the organization's contributions. We would like to express our gratitude to Ingrid, Sophia, and Matalyn for taking the time to visit My Best Friend's Closet to learn more about the program and its impact.

August is the busiest month of the year for My Best Friend’s Closet. This August, 135 clients were provided over 3,780 clothing items and accessories. We are in urgent need of clothing items and accessories for our teen clients.

Donation Information

Making Changes raises important funds through monthly AGLC bingo events, raising an average of $2,500 per event. New volunteers are always needed. Upcoming bingo event dates are:

September 30 – 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

October 22 – 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

November 19 – 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

December 16 – 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

Experience is not necessary as we provide training. If you would like to volunteer with us, please let Patti Dalsin know at volunteer@makingchangesassociation.ca

How to Use Networking to Power Your Job Search

Source: LinkedIn

Job Search Tips & Resources

Source: GoodWork

Women @ Work 2023:

A Global Outlook

Source: Deloitte

- Women In Technology Program

- Dress for Success Calgary

- Employment and Life Skills Program

- My Best Friend's Closet

- Volunteer with us!

YOUR SUPPORT CHANGES LIVES!

With colder weather approaching, we're in urgent need of donations for Dress for Success Calgary and My Best Friend's Closet.

Donation information and drop-off details can be found on our website.

You can also make a financial donation to support our work! Donate today and be a part of someone's success!

STAY IN TOUCH WITH US

Did you know that you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube?

If you aren’t already, follow us on social media where we share information about our programs and events. Share links with your networks to help us spread the word!