Food Hampers Delivered
Domestic Violence Cases
Veterinary Patients Treated
Emergency Pet Packs Delivered
Since January 1, 2021
ABOUT US
Our Vision
At Parachutes for Pets we understand and celebrate the human-animal bond and proactively work toward building strong community support systems to protect the connection between people and their animals.
Pet Support Programs
At Parachutes for Pets we are committed to assisting low-income families in our community work toward better health & welfare for themselves and their pets through accessible programs and resources.
If you are a low-income household within the city of Calgary you may qualify for assistance through one or more of our programs. Click on our programs below for more information.
Featured Program
Parachutes for Pets and the Backlund family are pleased to announce Lily’s Legacy!
This is a groundbreaking new community program designed to assist in keeping children in care with their pets. You can read more about this amazing program here!
Food Hamper Sponsorship
Sponsor an animal in need and help give their family a hand up! Your $25 with supply a family & their pet with enough animal food for 1 month!
This sponsorship is eligible for a tax receipt - please email admin@parachutesforpets.com to request your tax receipt after your purchase.
DONATE
Donate
Parachutes for Pets relies on community support and donations in order to offer our programs and services for low-income families and their pets.
Without your support we wouldn’t be able to continue our mission keeping families and their pets together. Without you, we couldn’t do what we do.
- For a single $50 donation we can supply a family escaping domestic violence with their pet an emergency pet pack
- For a monthly donation of $25 you can help a family feed their pet
- For a one time donation of $100 you can fund a cat getting a wellness check, vaccines, and be neutered and microchipped.
With your help, the possibilities are limitless. And together, we are just getting started!
CanadaHelps.org is matching donations on Giving Tuesday and will provide you with an instant tax receipt for your records!
Monetary Donations
Monetary donations are essential to Parachutes for Pets as they allow us to source the discounted supplies and services that keep our programs running. Online monetary donations can be made through PayPal and CanadaHelps, and we also can accept cheques mailed to the address below. Donations over $20 are also eligible for a tax receipt!
Mailing Address for Donations: PO Box 12112 RPO Copperfield Calgary, AB T2Z 1H4
Parachutes for Pets is a Registered Alberta Charity #349672 and CRA 778351338RR0001
In Kind Donations
We gladly accept donations of unopened dog food, cat food, cat litter and new or like new pet accessories and products! Check out our list of community partners accepting donations for Parachutes for Pets.
Southwest
- Pet Planet Millrise 150 Millrise Blvd SW Unit 3133, Calgary, AB T2Y 5G7
- Unleashed 2715 14 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 3V2
- Bon A-Pet-Treat 815 49 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1G8
- Central Bark Doggy Daycare 2004 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0J8
- Doggo YYC 1320 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0V7
- Best Bet 4 Pets Inc 19369 Sheriff King St #414, Calgary, AB T2X 0T9
Out of Town
Southeast
- Pet Planet Walden 250-151 Walden Gate SE, Calgary, AB T2X 0R2
- Pet Planet McKenzie Towne 11 McKenzie Towne Ave SE #210, Calgary, AB T2Z 0S8
Northwest
- Charlesglen Toyota 7687 110 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T3R 1R8
- Bon A-Pet-Treat 5111 Bowness Rd NW Unit 3, Calgary, AB T3B 4M9
- Tail Blazers Ranchlands 1829 Ranchlands Blvd NW, Calgary, AB T3G 2A7
- Pet Planet Country Hills 450 Country Hills Blvd NE, Calgary, AB T3K 4Y7
“[Parachutes for Pets has] gone above and beyond anything I ever expected and I greatly appreciate everything that you have done for [us.] You guys are awesome and I highly recommend you to anybody that needs you. Thank you again.”
VOLUNTEER
Become A Volunteer
We want you to join the Parachutes for Pets Team!
Parachutes for Pets recognizes the interconnectedness of people, animals, and the environment, all of which deserve empathy and respect. Our team is dedicated to working toward combating discrimination and inequity by building programs that are welcoming and accessible to low-income families and their pets.
We are looking for people who are passionate about working with people & animals and who want to make a differnce by supporting their community. Check out our volunteering opportunities below!
Events & Fundraising
Do you enjoy planning and participating in fun events? Do you have plans for fundraisers to help benefit people & animals in your community? Join our Events Team or help plan a fundraiser! Click below to join the team!
Hamper Delivery & Pet Taxi Service
Do you love to drive? Do you like to help people and animals in your community? We are looking for drivers to join our Hamper Delivery Team, Special Events/Fundraiser Driver’s, and drivers to join our Pet Taxi Team to help bring animals to veterinary & grooming appointments. Click below to join the team!
Blog Writer & Admin Support
Are you passionate about animal welfare and helping communities? Do you enjoy writing? Or have good computer and administrative skills? We are looking for people who want to contribute to our blog & newsletter or help with admin behind the scenes. Click below to join the team!
RESOURCES
Support Services
Spay/Neuter & Boarding Resources
CUPS Calgary
CUPS partners with the UofC Veterinary Program to provide 6 vet clinics per year to assist low-income pet owners.
Calgary Humane Society
CHS offers a variety of services including emergency pet boarding, pet safe keeping for victims of domestic violence, and a one time food assistance program.
No Cost Spay and Neuter Program City of Calgary
The City of Calgary Animal & Bylaw Services will begin accepting applications for the No Cost Spay/Neuter Program, which provides free spay and neuter surgery for cats and dogs of eligible low-income Calgarians.
MEOW Foundation
MEOW offers a subsidized Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP), Cat Food Assistance Program, and Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program for cats living within the city of Calgary.
Animal Assistance Resources
Calgary Humane Society
CHS is able to take in surrendered animals, offer behaviour advice for your pet, and is able to assist with lost or found pets.
AARCS
AARCS is able to take in surrendered or stray animals. If you have found an animal, please bring them to the nearest 24 vet hospital.
Animal Rescue Foundation
ARF is able to take in surrendered or stray animals. If you have found an animal, please bring them to the nearest 24 vet hospital.
MEOW Foundation
MEOW is able to take in stray cats. If you have found an animal, please contact them at intake@meowfoundation.com or
Pet Card
Pet Card is a veterinary financing company that can help you when the unexpected happens with your pet by offering customized payment options on financing.
Human Assistance Resources
Horizon Housing
Horizon Housing provides afforable, integrated, and supportive living opportunities for low-income Calgarians.
Closer to Home
CTH provides family services while striving to build stronger families who can care for their children and contribute to their communities.
#BeTheChangeYYC
#BeTheChangeYYC offers street outreach and support services for people experiencing homelessness in Calgary.
The Alex
The Alex provides comprehensive care to vulnerable populations in the Calgary area, including health services, housing, and community initiatives.
Veteran’s Association Food Bank
The Veteran’s Food Bank is dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of veteran’s and their families.
Calgary Senior’s Resource Society
The Senior’s Resource Society provides supports that create meaningful and effective change in the well-being of vulnerable seniors.
Parachutes For Pets
Keeping people and their pets together in our community by subsidizing necessary pet care for low-income individuals.
Contact Us
Mailing Address: PO Box 12112 RPO Copperfield, AB, Calgary T2Z 1H4
