Purses & Prosecco Returns October 2

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Luxury meets generosity.

The Venue

Calgary, mark your calendar: designer purses, Prosecco, and a night that gives back are all coming together!

Join us on Friday, October 2, 2026, for Purses & Prosecco at The Brownstone, an unforgettable evening where designer handbags, bubbly, delicious food, live entertainment, and community come together in support of Made by Momma.

Whether you’re planning a girls’ night out, celebrating with friends, or looking for a meaningful Calgary event this fall, Purses & Prosecco offers an experience unlike any other.

Every ticket purchased helps Made by Momma continue supporting Calgary families with young children facing adversity through practical essentials, compassionate care, and community support when it’s needed most.

An Evening to Remember

From the moment you arrive, you’ll experience an elevated evening designed to celebrate community while making a meaningful impact.

Guests can look forward to:

  • Designer handbags up for auction
  • Prosecco and signature cocktails
  • Curated food stations
  • Live music
  • Premium raffles and exciting prizes
  • Interactive experiences
  • Inspiring stories of impact

Whether you’re bidding on your dream handbag, raising a glass with friends, or discovering something new through our auction and experiences, every moment helps support families in our community.

Guests winning an Auction

Designer Handbags with Purpose

One of the highlights of the evening is our designer handbag auction, featuring a curated collection of new and lightly used handbags generously donated by businesses, brands, and community members.

Every winning bid helps raise critical funds that allow Made by Momma to continue providing practical support to families across Calgary.

Looking for your next statement bag? You just might find it while supporting a great cause.

More Than a Girls’ Night Out

Purses & Prosecco is more than a fundraiser.

It’s an evening to reconnect with friends, celebrate community, discover beautiful handbags, and enjoy an elevated night out—all while giving back.

Your ticket helps Made by Momma provide meals, diapers, baby & family essentials, and other practical support for families navigating challenging circumstances.

Together, we can celebrate, connect, and make a lasting impact.

Guests enjoying the event

Can’t Make It to the Event?

No worries! You can still be part of the excitement through our online auction.

Bid on a selection of beautiful designer handbags from wherever you are, with auction details and bidding link shared on our social media channels closer to the event.

Joining us in person? You’ll enjoy the full Purses & Prosecco experience, including live music, signature cocktails, curated food stations, interactive experiences, raffles, prize opportunities, and access to exclusive handbags available only to event guests.

Save the Date

📅 Friday, October 2, 2026

📍 The Brownstone, Calgary

Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening where luxury truly meets generosity.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Purses & Prosecco 2026.

🎟️ Get Your Tickets

Support Made by Momma through Fundscrip gift card fundraising at no extra cost

Support Calgary Families with FundScrip Gift Card Fundraising

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Did you know? Statistics Canada found September 24 had the highest average number of births in Canada.

With birthday season here and Christmas on the horizon, gift cards are an easy option for friends and family members who are difficult to buy for. They can choose something they will actually enjoy, and when you purchase the card through FundScrip, your gift can also support Made by Momma!

FundScrip Gift Card Fundraising is not only for gifts. It is a simple, year-round way to support Calgary families through purchases you were already planning to make. 💗💜

What is Made by Momma?

Made by Momma is a grassroots, 100% volunteer-run registered Canadian charity in Calgary.

For 17 years, we have provided prepared meals, diapers, formula, baby and family essentials, in-home support and other no-cost services to caregivers and families navigating crisis.

Because sometimes the people caring for everyone else need care, too.

What is FundScrip Gift Card Fundraising?

FundScrip is a Canadian fundraising program that has been helping groups raise funds since 2004.

You purchase gift cards at face value from more than 230 participating retailers. You receive the full value of the card, and each purchase automatically includes a donation to Made by Momma. The donation percentage varies by retailer.

You pay $100. You receive $100 in gift card value. Made by Momma receives a donation.

A little extra care, at no extra cost to you!

How does FundScrip work?

Register in Three Simple steps via Fundscrip

1. Join our FundScrip group

Register using Made by Momma’s group code:

UGP23P

It only takes about 30 seconds to get started.

2. Choose your gift cards

Choose cards for groceries, gas, restaurants, pharmacies, clothing, entertainment and more.

Depending on the retailer, physical gift cards, eGift cards and reloadable cards may be available.

Ordering through FundScrip can also help reduce the risk of purchasing a compromised gift card from a physical store display. Cards are ordered directly through the FundScrip platform, and their values are clearly identified for added peace of mind.

3. Use the full card value

Use the cards for purchases you were already planning to make.

Fill the tank. Pick up the week’s groceries. Buy a birthday or Christmas gift. Enjoy dinner with your family.

You keep the full value of the card, while the included donation supports Made by Momma’s essential programs.

Three ways to participate

Give a gift card

Gift cards are an easy option for birthdays, teacher thank-yous, hostess gifts and Christmas.

The recipient can choose something they will actually use, while the purchase also supports Made by Momma.

Buy cards for your household

Purchase cards for expenses already included in your budget, such as groceries, gas and restaurants.

Using FundScrip regularly can provide steady support throughout the year without adding another expense to your budget.

Donate gift cards to Made by Momma

We are always grateful to receive grocery, gas and general retail gift cards to support Calgary families and purchase supplies for our programs.

Gift cards can be ordered online and shipped directly to:

Made by Momma
66 21 Street NW
Calgary, Alberta T2N 4T9

Your donated gift card may also be eligible for an official donation receipt! Eligibility depends on how the card was purchased and donated.

Please contact us with any questions before placing your order.

Ask About Donating a Gift Card

Plan ahead for Christmas

Consider using FundScrip for Christmas gifts, teacher thank-yous, stocking stuffers, groceries or gift cards for an adopted family.

You can give the card to someone special, use it for your own Christmas preparations or send it directly to our Resource Centre. 💗

A helpful payment and shipping tip

Electronic funds transfer and online bill payment have no transaction fees through FundScrip.

Credit cards are also accepted, but 2.5% of the order total is deducted from the donation generated by the purchase. Using electronic funds transfer or online bill payment allows the full available donation to support Made by Momma.

Physical-card shipping fees may apply. FundScrip currently offers free Lettermail shipping on qualifying physical-card orders valued at $300 or more. eGift cards do not require shipping.

Get started today!

Register directly with Made by Momma’s FundScrip group:

Group code: UGP23P

Shop Gift Cards & Support Made by Momma

Share the code with family, friends and coworkers across Canada so their eligible gift card purchases can support Calgary families too!

Questions? Please contact us at info@madebymomma.org.

Thank you for supporting Made by Momma, one everyday purchase at a time. 💗💜

Made by Momma is a Calgary registered charity, 827110008 RR0001. Seventeen years of care. Volunteer-run. Donation-driven. Impact-focused.

Snaptique

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Purses & Prosecco – our upcoming signature fundraising event – brings our community together for an evening of connection and giving. We wanted to create a space where guests can relax, celebrate each other, and most importantly, support the families we serve. A feature wall from Snaptique will become that gathering place, giving people a natural spot to pause and share the moment with one another.

Every dollar raised moves our mission forward, and events like this remind us how generous our community truly is. We are grateful for the partnerships that help us bring these gatherings to life. Thank you Snaptique! Stay tuned for pictures of the event – even better…join us!

Follow us on Instagram at @madebymommayyc to stay in the loop on upcoming events and ways to get involved with our charity!

Rogers Birdies for Kids: Give More Support to Calgary Families | Made by Momma

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Donations to Made by Momma may be matched by up to 50% until August 31.

What if your donation could provide even more support for families in our community at no additional cost to you?

Through Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, donations to Made by Momma may be matched by up to 50% until August 31.

At Made by Momma, we believe no family should have to navigate crisis alone. Because sometimes, mothers are the ones who need to be taken care of. Every day, we provide practical support to families with young children facing crisis, adversity, or overwhelming circumstances.

As a 100% volunteer-run organization, community support makes everything we do possible. Every donation helps provide direct, practical support to families in our community.

How Your Donation Helps

Your gift helps provide:

  • Home-cooked meals
  • Grocery support
  • Diapers and wipes
  • Formula and baby essentials
  • Household necessities
  • Community connection

Last year alone, support from our community helped provide:

  • 219,125 servings of meals and baked goods
  • 174,887 diapers
  • More than 1.5 million grams of baby formula
  • Meals and snacks for more than 1,000 parents with babies in Calgary NICUs and pediatric units

Why Give Through Rogers Birdies for Kids?

Eligible donations may be matched by up to 50%.

That means:

$100 becomes up to $150

$500 becomes up to $750

Your gift goes further and helps us support even more families.

Donate Before August 31

The matching opportunity is available for a limited time.

If you’ve been thinking about supporting Made by Momma, now is one of the most impactful times to give.

Donate through Rogers Birdies for Kids before August 31 and help provide even more support for Calgary families.
Donate Today →

More Than a Hamper: What MRU Nursing Students Learned About Supporting Families

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What happens after a family receives a food hamper?

That question became the focus of a recent six-week community project completed by a group of Mount Royal University nursing students in partnership with Made by Momma.

Working alongside our team, the students explored how food insecurity impacts local families and how community organizations can provide support that is both practical and meaningful. Through family surveys, staff interviews, research, volunteer experiences, and community food drives, they gained a deeper understanding of the realities many families face when navigating difficult seasons of life.

One of the most important lessons they learned was that food support is about much more than food.

Every week, approximately 50 to 60 non-perishable food hampers leave our Resource Centre and make their way to families across Calgary. These hampers support families experiencing a wide range of circumstances, including illness, financial hardship, housing instability, newcomer experiences, postpartum challenges, domestic violence, and other unexpected crises.

As the students quickly discovered, no two families are the same.

Each family has unique needs, cultural backgrounds, dietary considerations, household sizes, and life experiences. What works well for one family may not work for another. Providing meaningful support requires listening, learning, and adapting to those differences.

Through surveys conducted with families receiving food hampers, the students gathered valuable feedback about the support currently being provided.

The results were encouraging.

Nearly nine in ten families reported that the amount and variety of food they received met their household’s needs. For our team, this feedback was a meaningful reminder of the impact that community donations, volunteers, and supporters make every day.

At the same time, families also identified opportunities to make food support even more helpful.

One finding stood out in particular: access to food is only one part of the equation.

Some families may be unfamiliar with certain ingredients. Others may have limited kitchen equipment, dietary restrictions, cultural food preferences, or simply little time and energy to prepare meals while caring for young children. A hamper can provide ingredients, but families still need the tools and confidence to transform those ingredients into meals.

More than 60 percent of surveyed families expressed interest in receiving simple recipes using common hamper ingredients, highlighting that access to food is only one part of meaningful support.

In response, the nursing students developed easy-to-follow recipe cards designed specifically for families receiving food hampers. Their goal was to help families make the most of the food available to them, reduce food waste, and build confidence in the kitchen.

For us, this recommendation reflected something we believe deeply at Made by Momma: support is most effective when it is shaped by the people receiving it.

The project also gave students the opportunity to witness the power of community in action. Throughout their placement, they connected with volunteers, organized food drives, engaged with local businesses, and saw firsthand how donations and community partnerships come together to support local families.

Behind every food hamper is a network of people who care.

Every donated item, volunteer shift, financial contribution, and community partnership helps ensure families receive support when they need it most.

We are incredibly grateful to the Mount Royal University nursing students for their curiosity, compassion, and commitment to learning from the families we serve. Their work provided valuable insights and practical recommendations that will help strengthen our food support programs moving forward.

Most importantly, their project reinforced a lesson we continue to learn every day: meaningful support begins with listening.

When we listen to families, we gain a better understanding of their needs, identify barriers, and discover new ways to provide care that is responsive, respectful, and impactful.

Because every family deserves to feel supported, understood, and cared for.

Golf for Girls Wrap Up 2026

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15th Annual Golf for Girls Charity Classic:
A Day of Community, Connection, and Giving Back

Rain or shine, our community showed up in support of local mothers and families, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

As we reflect on our 15th Annual Golf for Girls Charity Classic, one word continues to come to mind: gratitude.

Despite the rain, last-minute adjustments, and unpredictable weather, our community showed up in a truly remarkable way. What could have been a challenging day became a powerful reminder of what can happen when people come together to support a meaningful cause.

While we may not have left with the sun-kissed glow we were expecting, we left with full hearts. To our golfers, volunteers, sponsors, donors, the Kinette Club of Calgary, and the team at Blue Devil Golf Club, thank you. Your generosity, positivity, flexibility, and unwavering support made this event possible.

For 17 years, Made by Momma has been supporting mothers and families facing adversity by providing nourishing meals, essential items, support services, and a community of care. Every meal delivered, every family supported, and every moment of compassion shared is made possible because of generous people like you.

To everyone who attended, bid on an auction item, purchased a raffle ticket, golfed, volunteered, enjoyed our signature drink, or simply cheered us on – thank you! Your support directly impacts the families we serve, and we are incredibly grateful to have such an amazing community standing behind us.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making our 15th Annual Golf for Girls Charity Classic such a memorable and meaningful day. We can’t wait to see you again next year.

With gratitude,
The Made by Momma Team 💜

PS – Pictures, Video & More still to come!

Neighbour Day 2026

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Our Neighbour Day Block Party is Back!

Join Made by Momma & The Happy Birthday Project on Saturday, June 20, as we celebrate Neighbour Day with an afternoon of free family fun, community connection, and neighbourhood spirit.

Bring your family, meet your neighbours, and enjoy a variety of activities designed to bring our community together. There will be games, family-friendly activities, great food, and plenty of opportunities to connect with others in the neighbourhood.

Event Details

  • Saturday, June 20, 2026
  • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Made by Momma Resource Centre / Social Good | Charity Kitchen
  • 66 21 Street NW, Calgary

    * BIG BAKE SALE * BOUNCY HOUSES * AVATARA PIZZA TRUCK * ROAMING MAGICIAN *
    * YARD GAMES * GLITTER TATTOOS * FACE PAINTING * LIVE DJ * HUGE YARD SALE *
    * GIANT INFATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE * BUBBLES * SIDEWALK CHALK * COLORING *
    * POPCORN * SLUSHIES * CANDY * DON’T FORGET THE YUMMY BAKE SALE! *

    We look forward to celebrating with you and creating meaningful connections within our community.
    See you there!

Spring Florals Fundraiser 2026

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Order Today: SPRING FLORALS FUNDRAISER

Our Spring Garden Fundraiser is back — help us grow hope for local families in need. 

Every purchase from our Garden Fundraiser supports Made by Momma and brings comfort to families facing crisis.

Beautiful hanging baskets, stunning planters, veggies, colourful annuals, and more!

Order by: April 28

Pick-Up: May 14 | 2–7 PM

Made by Momma | 66 21 Street NW

madebymomma.growingsmilesfundraising.com

Beautiful plants do more than brighten your yard — they help families bloom again. 🌿

2026 Summer Intern Opportunities

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Looking for a meaningful summer position in a dynamic and vibrant non-profit organization? Love giving back to the community? We’ve got exciting news… we’re looking for fabulous summer interns to join our team!.

As a volunteer-run organization, every aspect of what we do is done by volunteers….client intake, cooking & baking, updating the website, tracking data, planning events, making baby essential care packages, answering emails, delivering meals, organizing donation drives, attending community events…and everything in between!

The summer months can be a busy time for our organization, so we’re looking forward to finding dynamic summer interns to join our team and help us run our Resource Centre, the Social + Good Charity | Kitchen, our warehouse, and our community events. The positions currently available are: Events & Community Engagement Intern & Program Support Intern

We’d love to find passionate and caring applicants who are taking or have taken Non-profit Studies, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Business or Management studies to be a part of our team.

If you are passionate about the work our charity does and you’d like to apply for this position, please get in touch with us. Additional information on the available roles can be found here: 2026 Summer Interns Job Posting

This summer job will provide you with the opportunity to acquire new skills and gain valuable work experience in the non-profit sector.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Suitable applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Made by Momma 2025 AGM

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On March 8, 2026
Notice is hereby given from the Made by Momma Board of Directors
for the purpose of: 2025 Annual General Meeting.
The meeting will be held on: Sunday, April 26, 2026
at: 11:00am MST

Location:
Made by Momma
66 21 Street NW Calgary, AB
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Social + Good | Charity Kitchen
2203 Westmount Road NW Calgary, AB

No special resolutions will be presented at this meeting.

Attendance by confirmed RSVP Only

Our Made by Momma Board of Directors – 2024 AGM (missing T. Saville)