Season of Caring

Each year the SAMRU supports MRU students wanting to brighten their holiday season and the Calgary Interfaith Food Bank with the Season of Caring. Through the Peer Support Centre (PSC), SAMRU provides support to MRU students and their families. You can get involved by volunteering, donating, or buying a gift to fulfill a holiday wish.

Some of the events happening during our Season of Caring include:

Candy Canes for Pocket Change – November 2-13th, 2009 – West Gate

Donate your pocket change for a candy cane and loads of good karma. All funds raised go towards Season of Caring projects spearheaded by the Peer Support Centre. Cash donations are also accepted if sweet, swirly treats don’t tempt your sweet tooth. Tax receipts can be provided for all donations over $10.

Wish Tree - November 16-December 4th, 2009 – West Gate

Fulfill a holiday wish for a child, a single student or an entire family! During the Wish Tree campaign, come by the tree and pick off a tag with the name and gift wish. Your gift could brighten someone’s special day! Drop off your unwrapped gifts on or before December 4th at 4pm in the Peer Support Centre, room Z210.

Holiday Gift Hampers – Applications accepted November 9-27th, 2009 – Peer Support Centre

All students are eligible to apply for a gift hamper to help make the Season of Caring a bit brighter for themselves and/or their families. If you have a special wish to make the season extra special, fill out an application before November 27th in the Peer Support Centre, room Z210.

Season of Caring Food Drive - Thursday December 3rd, 2009 - Main Street by the Bookstore - 11am-1pm

We ask that you bring in a non-perishable food item, hygiene product, or cash donation in exchange for a Delicious Hot Chocolate.
Please pass on to all your contacts and spread the word to all other students, faculty, and staff.

Season of Caring Wish List

Food Bank Items
Beans (canned)
Beans (dried)
Brown rice
Brown sugar
Canned chickpeas
Canned fruit
Canned salmon
Canned tomato juice
Canned tuna
Canned vegetables
Crackers
Dried spaghetti
Dry lasagne pasta
Fair trade coffee
Juice
Lemon Juice
Lentils
Macaroni & cheese
Macaroni (dry pasta)
Non-perishable food
Pasta sauce
Seasonings
Snack food
Soup
Soup (dry mixes)
Sticky white rice
Sugar-free juice
White rice

Baby & Toddler Items
Baby food
Baby hair detangler
Baby Oil
Baby Powder
Baby Shampoo
Baby wipes
Booster seat
Burp cloths
Car seat cover
Cleaning wipes
Crib bumpers
Crib rail
Diaper bags
Diaper cream
Diaper pail
Diapers
Formula
Orthodontic pacifier
PBA free baby bottles
Potty training seat
Potty training step stool
Re-usable baby bottle nipples
Re-usable cloth diapers
Sippy cups
Sugar-free baby food
Training pants
Wide opening baby bottles

Toiletries & Cleaning
Body wash
Dental floss
Dish soap
Dishwasher detergent
Facial tissues
Hand sanitizer
Laundry detergent
Razors
Shampoo & Conditioner
Soap
Tampons
Toothbrushes
Toothpaste

Winter Items (new with tags)
Balaclava
Ear muffs
Extra-thick winter socks
Gloves for the winter
New winter boots
New winter coat
Scarves
Toques
Waterproof jacket
Winter boots
Winter jacket
Winter mittens
Wool hat for the winter
Wool scarf

Wish Tree Gift Items
Backpack
Bookstore gift certificates
Co-op gift cards
Costco gift cards
ESSO gift cards
Gas station gift cards
Grocery gift cards
Husky gift cards
IGA gift cards
Long distance phone cards
Petro-Canada gift cards
Postage stamps
Pre-paid phone cards
Safeway gift cards
Soby’s gift cards
Superstore gift cards
Wal-mart gift cards
Zellers gift cards


 

Contact

Stephanie Kusnick
Peer Support Centre Coordinator
Phone: (403) 440-8601
Email:

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