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Make a Donation
Support Our Community for Any Amount
Donating to Nawican Friendship Centre is more than just a financial contribution—it’s an investment in community, culture, and hope for the future. Your generous support helps sustain vital programs and services for Indigenous and non-Indigenous families while ensuring that Nawican remains a welcoming gathering place for generations to come. Every donation, large or small, makes a meaningful difference in the lives of Elders, youth, families, and individuals who depend on our Centre.
Charitable Registration Number: 857793525RR0001
- Tax receipts issued for donations $20 and over
You will receive your tax receipt by email within [timeframe], or by mail if requested. - 100% tax deductible
Donations to Nawican Friendship Centre are eligible for charitable tax credits, reducing your tax burden while supporting your community. - Monthly donors receive annual receipt
One consolidated receipt issued each January for the previous year’s donations.
How to Make a Donation
Online:
Visit our secure online donation page at CanadaHelps to make a one-time or monthly donation with your credit card.
In Person:
Drop by Nawican Friendship Centre during office hours to make a donation by cash, cheque, debit, or credit card.
By Mail:
Send a cheque made payable to “Nawican Friendship Centre” to:
10200 17 St, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4C2
E-Transfer:
Send an e-transfer to donations@nawican.ca
Ways to Give
One-Time Donation
Make an immediate impact
A single gift of any amount supports programs and services that strengthen our community right now.
Flexible and simple
Give whatever amount feels right for you, whenever it works for you. Every dollar counts.
Tax receipt provided
Receive a charitable tax receipt for donations of $20 or more.
Monthly Giving
Sustained support for ongoing programs
Monthly donations provide predictable funding that helps us plan ahead and serve our community more effectively.
Convenient automatic contributions
Set it up once and your donation is processed automatically each month. Easy to adjust or cancel anytime.
Single annual tax receipt
Receive one consolidated tax receipt at year-end for all your monthly contributions.
Greater impact over time
Monthly gifts add up! A donation of just $25/month provides $300 annually to support programs.
Honor or Memorial Donation
Celebrate someone special
Make a meaningful tribute by donating in honor of a loved one, friend, family member, or community Elder.
Remember those who have passed
Memorial donations are a beautiful way to honor someone’s memory while supporting the community they cared about.
Acknowledgment to family
We’ll send an acknowledgment card to the honoree or their family (as you wish), letting them know of your thoughtful gift.
Legacy Giving
Leave a lasting impact
Include Nawican in your will or estate plans to ensure future generations benefit from the Friendship Centre’s programs.
Various legacy options
Bequests, life insurance policies, retirement accounts, stocks, or property can all be designated to support Nawican.
Professional guidance available
We’re happy to work with you and your financial advisor to discuss legacy giving options that align with your goals.
Contact us to learn more
Email: donations@nawican.ca or call (250) 782-8239
Corporate & Business Giving
Demonstrate corporate social responsibility
Partner with Nawican through corporate donations, sponsorships, and employee giving programs.
Recognition opportunities
Receive recognition in our communications, on our website, at events, and in our facility (as desired).
Sponsorship packages available
Support specific programs, events, or capital projects through customized sponsorship opportunities.
Contact us for partnership options
Email: partnerships@nawican.ca or call (250) 782-8239
In-Kind Donations
Donate goods and services
We gratefully accept donations that support our programs and operations:
- Office supplies and equipment
- Arts and crafts materials
- Sports equipment
- Furniture and household items
- Gift cards for program participants
- Professional services (legal, accounting, design, etc.)
- Event auction items
- Food for community meals
Please contact us first
Before dropping off in-kind donations, contact us at (250) 782-8239 to ensure we can accept and use your donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Donations support all aspects of our work including programs for Elders, youth, and families, cultural activities, counseling services, facility operations, and emergency community support. Donations are used where the need is greatest unless you specify otherwise.
Yes. We respect your privacy. Let us know if you’d prefer anonymous giving, and we won’t publicly recognize your donation (though you’ll still receive a tax receipt).
Yes! We can work with you to establish memorial funds, endowments, or designated funds in honor of someone special. Contact us to discuss options.