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Advent is a time for us to prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of Jesus. We do this by gathering together in prayer, doing good deeds for others, reflecting on the nativity, and going to church. The communities at Chalice’s sponsorship sites all have their own unique ways of celebrating Advent and preparing for Christmas. Over the next four weeks we encourage you to join us as we light candles, pray, sing songs, share our traditions, and prepare the way of the Lord.
Our first week of Advent we spotlight Ukraine!
Our children and families around the globe celebrate Christmas in a unique way! We've collected a traditional song and more!
Play or downlad this week traditional song from our sites around the globe and experience a Christmas closer to our families.
Share your Advent creations
Spread the joy of anticipation by sharing your advent wreathes, nativities, traditions and more using the #Gather4AdventWithChalice hashtag on Instagram and Facebook.
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Jesus said it himself, “where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” (Mt 6:21)
Your heart holds many things, drives many things. Chalice only exists because of your hearts for the poor, your heart for children, and your heart for love.
Your heart might have a special place for education, or sustainability, or advancing opportunities for women and girls. Your heart, like Mother Teresa’s, might simply long to hear Christ say, ‘You did it to me.’
When you leave a gift to us in your Will, you are entrusting your ‘treasure’ to us. Together, we will continue your work to transform the lives of generations of children and their families.
Let us help you plan your gift today. It can be a gift in your Will, or it can be one of several options listed in the menu.
Stories of Hope and Change
Let us pray for you
If you endorse Chalice's work with a bequest, we would appreciate it if you let us know so we can express our thanks.
We understand that your will is a highly personal and confidential document. That's why we don't request details of your intentions. We simply ask for notification indicating that we have been named in your will. This way, you'll begin to receive important information and updates about initiatives related to Legacy giving
Like everything we do at Chalice, we give thanks through prayer. We would love to write your name in our book of Faithful Sowers, and pray for you, your loved ones, and your intentions every workday morning with all our staff.
“To look to the future in order to nourish our enthusiasm, cause dreams to emerge, awaken prophecies and enable hope to blossom. Together, we can learn from one another, warm hearts, inspire minds with the light of the Gospel, and lend new strength to our hands.” - Pope Francis
Contact us at 1-800-776-6855 or planagift@chalice.ca
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“Special money” refers to any additional funds a sponsor wishes to send to their sponsored child or elder. Many sponsors like to send a little extra gift for special occasions, such as birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.
Families are also extremely grateful for gifts of special money during times of acute hardship such as drought, conflict, and after natural disasters. These are the times when food insecurity becomes a greater issue in their community.
Harrison builds his family’s future, thanks to special money
Harrison is the second son of four children, living with his mother on the family farm in rural Zambia. Now in grade 10, he works hard in school and his favourite subject is science.
Maybe he is destined to be an Architect, as Harrison was dreaming of being able to build a better house for his family, because their current one was made of mud bricks, and the roof leaked on rainy days. Unfortunately, his parents did not have the means to buy building supplies.
But, Harrison's very generous Chalice sponsor sent him gifts of special money, which are extra funds in addition to his sponsorship. He started using his special money to buy building supplies, slowly amassing enough cement to start building the strong, sturdy home he dreamed of for his family.
"Through this funding, he now has so much hope that they will have a decent house," writes the Serenje sponsor site staff. "Harrison and the family are very grateful to Chalice for all the help they have received."Special Money FAQs
When can I send special money?
Any time!
Something you can consider: if you pay sponsorship fees via credit card or automatic withdrawal, you can contact us and arrange for scheduled gifts of special money to go automatically. For example, if you wanted to send a certain amount to your child for Christmas each year, we could make it an automatic payment, and you don’t have to worry about forgetting!
Your child/elder’s birthday is on the Annual Sponsorship Update you receive every year. If you cannot find it, just contact us!
How do I send special money?
Click here to donate online. You can also use all our other ways to donate.
How much should I send?
There is no amount that is “too small.” The children and their families will deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness.
I want my child to receive a specific gift through my donation (e.g., a bicycle) - how do I do that?
We cannot place restrictions on how your child and their family uses their special money. We must allow them the dignity to choose to purchase, or save, as is best for their present needs.
However, with close communication and coordination with our local site staff and your child’s family, we can explore the possibility of larger purchases. The site staff can help us determine whether your child would benefit from the gift you have in mind, whether the item would be easily available, and a price point. If you would like to do this, please contact us.
How much of my gift will the child/elder receive?
100% of special money donations go to the child/elder. Chalice does not deduct any amount for administration.
Do I get a tax receipt for gifts of special money?
Yes! You can receive a tax receipt automatically via email, and it will appear on your annual Chalice tax receipt, too.
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The children, elders, and their families are always excited to receive a letter from their sponsors! Your letters, cards, and photos are treasured gifts, and help them feel connected to you.
Tips for your writing
What should I write?
- Put yourself in their shoes – what would you want to know about a kind person supporting you with sponsorship?
- Your sponsored friend would love to know more about you, your family, your life, and your interests. What’s some ‘good news’ from your life you can share?
- Focus on your similarities: maybe you have children or grandchildren their age? Do you share an interest such as art, music, sports, or reading? Perhaps you could share a memory from when you were the child’s age.
- Words of encouragement are always appreciated. As their sponsor, they look up to you and your words carry great significance.
- If you are comfortable, sponsored children and elders love to receive photos of their sponsors and families.
- Please keep in mind: If you do not share a language with your child/elder, a staff member will translate your letter.
What shouldn’t I write?
- We ask you to avoid topics that draw attention to the disparity in your economic circumstances, such as major purchases or vacations.
- Keep to positive, child-friendly topics and refrain from disclosing too much private information.
- To protect your privacy, please do not include your address, phone number, email, or other personal details in the letter.
- Please do not include money of any kind. Click here to learn more about sending special money.
Send your letter to your child/elder
On the front of the envelope, write your child/elder’s name along with their code (AAA1234) which you can find on their correspondence with you.
Place the envelope and letter into an outer envelope and mail it to us: 101-26 Union Street, Bedford, NS, B4A 2B5.
We will send it to your child’s site during our next shipment, where it will be translated (if necessary) and delivered to your friend.
Be patient! Your letter is travelling a great distance and it can sometimes take months to hear a reply. Rest assured it will reach your child/elder and they will love it.
2022-2023 at a glance
*Annual Report
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