by Sloan Ramirez | Nov 10, 2023 | DI Staff, Free Goods Program, Learn, Volunteers
By Cindy N., Manager, Fund Development & Community Engagement | Calgary Drop-In Centre World Kindness Day is celebrated on November 13th as a reminder of the incredible power of empathy, compassion, and the willingness to give back to make the world a better...
by Sloan Ramirez | Oct 24, 2023 | DI Staff, Free Goods Program, Learn, News
By Chris K., Supervisor, Free Goods | Calgary Drop-In Centre Colin’s warm welcome to the Donation Centre made me certain I was in the right place. Myself, and many of my hospitality industry colleagues had been hard hit by the pandemic, and for the first time, I...
by Chris Cutler | Apr 20, 2021 | Free Goods Program
Spring has sprung, and many fortunate Calgarians who have a home to call their own are housekeeping and letting go of old items. If you are in the same boat and have items (like furniture, kitchenware, clothing, computers, mobile phones, small appliances, books, and...
by Chris Cutler | Apr 8, 2021 | Free Goods Program
We, at the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI), are more than an emergency shelter. We provide essential care as well as health and recovery services, employment training, and housing supports to people who need help. Our programs and services connect people to permanent...
by Chris Cutler | Apr 1, 2021 | Free Goods Program
In 2020, the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) housed a record 428 people. With that many Calgarians living independently again, it takes a lot to furnish those homes. Thankfully, the Free Goods Program & Donation Centre, an extension of the DI, accepts donated...
