Donate to AEBC
“The support and generosity of people like you and others working with and for AEBC, reaffirms my belief in myself as I see that others are willing to invest in my future.” --Scholarship Recipient
We rely on the generous support of our members, friends, and corporate sponsors. Please consider making a donation so we can continue advancing our goals. Our supporters help us provide:
• Community, peer connections, and mentorship
• Scholarships for blind, deafblind and partially sighted students
• Peer support and resources
• Technology and skills development
• Advocacy for the rights of blind Canadians
Please consider donating below using CanadaHelps, which provides secure online donation processing for charities across Canada. When you donate through CanadaHelps, you will automatically receive an electronic tax receipt which you can use for income tax purposes at the end of the year. CanadaHelps can process single, one-time donations as well as monthly, recurring contributions. If you’d prefer, you can also donate by e-transfer or mail us a cheque by regular mail. See information further below.
DONATION OPTIONS
Donate Online
Our preferred donation method is CanadaHelps secure payment processing. Click on the button below to process your donation.
Donations by E-Transfer
Donations may also be made by e-transfer to accounting at blindcanadians dot ca When sending an e-transfer include in the transfer memo or notes your full name, mailing address, phone and email address along with any other instructions for your donation.
Donations by Cheque
If you would prefer to send a cheque donation, please contact us for instructions. When sending a cheque, please include your full name, mailing address, phone, and email address along with any other instructions for your donation.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring an event or program is a great way for corporate donors to get involved and support AEBC. We have sponsorship opportunities available for our Annual General Meeting, upcoming 2024 Leadership Symposium and more. Please contact us for details.
Fundscrip Gift Cards
Help us raise money using our gift card fundraiser! FundScrip is an innovative program that enables you to earn cash rebates for our charity based on things you buy every day like groceries, gas and other household items. For more details and how to sign up, visit this page which explains how the program works.
Planned Giving
Including AEBC in your estate planning is a thoughtful way to help future generations. Please contact us to learn more.
Donation FAQs
How does AEBC raise funds?
In addition to member and donor support, we raise funds through corporate sponsorships, grants and foundations, and fundraising events.
Someone came to my door collecting donations for AEBC. Are they legit?
The AEBC does not undertake any door-to-door fundraising activities.
Can I donate money to a particular chapter?
Yes. Just let us know when you donate, that your donation is intended for a particular local chapter, and we will designate it to that chapter or affiliate.
I represent a business or corporation and would like to support AEBC. What can I do?
Please contact us with any questions you have about ways for your organization to sponsor the work of AEBC.
What do you do with my personal information?
We do not rent, sell, or otherwise share our donor lists with anyone. Your privacy is assured. For more information, please read our privacy policy HERE.
AEBC is a registered, non-profit charitable organization pursuant to the Income Tax Act of Canada (#895648335 RR0001).