Donate to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides
Your donation helps provide specially trained Dog Guides at no cost to Canadians with a medical or physical disability, giving the gift of increased safety, independence, and mobility.
Ways to Donate
One-Time Online Donation
No matter the amount, your donation helps make a difference in the lives of Canadians with disabilities. Your generosity allows us to provide a life-changing match at no cost.
Monthly Giving – Dog Guide Guardian
Monthly contributions are an easy way to give to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides on a regular basis. This type of donation offers ongoing support for our programs and services.
In Honour
Honour a friend, family member or loved one by donating to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides on their behalf (i.e. birthdays, celebrations, weddings) or in memory (i.e. in memorium – person or pet, pet memorial wall, memorial forest).
Planned Giving
Take advantage of these unique opportunities to make a large impact on the future of Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. With planned giving, you are able to leave the legacy that you want.
Other Ways to Donate
There are countless other ways to donate, including sponsoring a Dog Guide team, contributing items on our wish list, or even donating a car.
Corporate Giving
Our corporate sponsors help to unleash the potential of our clients and our Dog Guides! Businesses of any size can demonstrate their commitment to Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides through company sponsorships, fundraising campaigns and events, payroll deductions, and donation matching.
How Your Donations Help
Know exactly where your donation goes
$25
buy dog treats for a dog in training
$50
will provide a training collar and leash
$200
will provide harnesses for 4 Dog Guides
$500
will fund 2 days personalized in-home training with an instructor
$1,500
helps pay for essential equipment and supplier for a training class
$10,000
covers the cost of breeding, whelping and care of one litter.
Where would we be without our generous donors and incredible volunteers?
As a national charity, Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides receive no government funding. We rely on the generosity of donors and support of our volunteers so that we can continue to provide Dog Guides at no cost to Canadians living with disabilities.
Thank you for caring and giving back throughout the year. We couldn’t do it without you!
Your Donations at Work!
Jamie & Hollie
Jamie found that her white cane didn’t meet her mobility needs. It felt cumbersome and disorienting, and as a parent, she constantly worried about her and her children’s safety. She often avoided using it, relying on others for help.
Everything changed with her CVC Dog Guide, Hollie. Jamie was told to “trust your dog” – advice that proved lifesaving. While walking in a rural area, Hollie calmly stopped just in time to keep Jamie from stepping into the path of an oncoming truck.
“After receiving my Dog Guide Hollie, it significantly improved my independence, confidence, and overall sense of security. Hollie helps me navigate the world more smoothly, safely, and with far less anxiety.”
Hollie has given Jamie the confidence, safety, and independence she had been missing, and in that moment, saved her life.
Geoff & Greta
Hearing Dog Guide Gretta’s impact on Geoff’s life has been profound. She alerts him to important sounds he can no longer hear, especially when his hearing devices are off. Even in windy conditions, when most sounds are hard to detect, Gretta stays attentive. Whether they are at home, walking through the neighbourhood, or out in nature, Geoff feels safe and supported with Gretta by his side.
“Before I got Gretta, I often withdrew into myself and didn’t feel confident going out alone. I would usually stay home, even when invited to spend time with friends, because I felt out of place and had lost much of my outgoing nature. Gretta has given me renewed confidence and the freedom to do things I may never have done without her.”
The two continue to build on their training, working together on new sound alerts outdoors.