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Thank You, Coach Olivia: Miles for Milk and a Community That Showed Up
At Made by Momma, we believe that no family should ever have to question how they will feed their baby. This year, our community proved just how powerful that belief can be, thanks to Coach Olivia’s incredible dedication.
🏃Through her Miles for Milk initiative, Coach Olivia completed an extraordinary 100 km run, turning every single kilometre into tangible support for mothers and babies in need here in Calgary. Because of her determination and the generosity of everyone who rallied behind her, over $7,000 worth of infant formula was donated to Made by Momma and will be distributed to families who need it most.
🍼Formula prices in Canada have risen dramatically in recent years. The average monthly cost to feed a baby with formula here in Canada typically ranges from $100-200 for standard powder, and can exceed $280 per month for specialized and sensitive baby formulas. For many families, this financial burden can feel overwhelming. Coach Olivia’s efforts directly helped relieve that pressure, ensuring babies are fed and parents feel supported rather than alone.
🫶We are deeply grateful not only for the funds raised and formula donated, but for the compassion, awareness, and community spirit Coach Olivia brought to this initiative. Her commitment reminds us that meaningful change often starts with one person deciding to do something hard and inviting a loving community to support them.
From all of us at Made by Momma, thank you, Coach Olivia, for choosing to partner with us, for amplifying this cause, and for putting in the miles (literally) to support families during one of the most vulnerable seasons of their lives.
Your passion has made a lasting impact, and we are beyond inspired.
We’re already looking forward to doing it all again next year…because no family should ever wonder how they’re going to feed their baby.
With Love & Gratitude
Made by Momma🩷
Want to support Coach Olivia’s mission and follow her story? Check out her Instagram page below and her blog, where she shares her Miles for Milk story.
Instagram: @coach.olivia
Miles for Milk GoFund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/miles-for-milk
New Years Bottle Drive
Book your pickup today and turn your holiday empties into community impact
Your holiday bottles and cans are ready for their final, feel-good encore.
Skip the depot and let your empties do some good. With SkipTheDepot, bottles, cans, and cartons are picked up right from your door, and the refund is donated to Made by Momma, supporting families facing adversity or crisis.
It’s quick and easy:
• Book through the link in our social media bios or download the app: https://app.skipthedepot.com/madebymomma
• Select Made by Momma as your charity
• Use code DONATEMOMMA so 100% of your refund goes back to families in need (tax-receipt eligible)
Clear space. Create impact.
Christmas 2025 wrap-up!
As we wrap up another holiday season, we’re taking a moment to reflect with full hearts and deep gratitude. 🎁
From Santa’s Workshop and Adopt-a-Momma, to our Holiday Food Hampers & Turkey Dinners, our 12 CANs Till Christmas food drive, and our annual Cookie Kitchen at Southcentre Mall, this incredible season was made possible by an extraordinary community of donors, volunteers, partners, and supporters who truly showed up when it mattered most!
Because of your generosity, hundreds of families across our community felt supported, seen, and less alone during one of the most challenging times of the year. These programs are about more than food or gifts – they’re about dignity, connection, and reminding families in crisis that their community cares deeply about them.
To every individual, business, volunteer, and partner who gave their time, resources, or voice in support of Made by Momma this holiday season: thank you. 🩷 Your belief in our mission continues to make a real, tangible impact for families facing illness, loss, and crisis.
As we look ahead to 2026, we are inspired by what we can continue to build together. Here’s to compassion in action, community collaboration, and the meaningful difference we can make – together! ✨
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Winter Floral Fundraiser 2025
Bring Home the Beauty of the Season — and Help a Family in Need! 
With the arrival of frost, we’re reminded of the cozy, giving spirit of the holidays 
This season, you can make your home festive and make a difference!
We’re selling beautiful, locally-grown holiday plants — poinsettias, wreaths & more — to raise funds to support local families in crisis.
Every order helps ensure that no family has to face hardship alone.
Order Deadline: Tuesday, November 11
Pick-Up: Thursday, November 27 | 2 PM – 7 PM
Location: Made by Momma | 66 – 21 Street NW
Let’s grow hope together this holiday season! 
Tap the link to order:
https://madebymomma.growingsmilesfundraising.com
2025 Switch Witch
SWITCH WITCH!
Are you trying to cut down on your kids’ treats from Halloween?
Maybe you’ve received candy, chips or treats your child doesn’t like or is sensitive to?
Or maybe your kids want to “Give Back” to other kids.
Donate your extra Halloween Candy, Chips, Pop & Snacks in support of The Happy Birthday Project!
*Please only donate candy from this Halloween!*
DROP OFF OPTIONS:
1.
Preferred drop-off dates / times:
Sunday, November 2nd – 10am – 2pm
Wednesday, November 5th – 12pm – 7pm
Tuesday, November 11th – 2pm – 5pm
Wednesday, November 12th – 2pm – 7pm
At our off-site warehouse offices: 3751 21 Street NE (Bay 5)
We will ONLY have volunteers at this building during the above times.
2.
While less desirable (due to space limitations), drop-offs can be made right to our Made by Momma resource centre in West Hillhurst NW. (free street parking and a loading zone right out front) 66 21 Street NW Our donation drop-off open hours do change up a bit each week, and are posted here: https://madebymomma.org/drop-off-times/ As we are volunteer-run, please make sure you only come during our posted open hours. Candy / Donations CANNOT be left outside!
3.
Additional drop-off options will be available in some communities via the NICU Family Care volunteers Facebook Group ONLY between November 1st and 7th – please check their Facebook Page for communities with drop-off locations and message them for addresses. (we do not have this information)
Thank you! 
