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GIFTS OF HOPE

The Salvation Army's 'Gifts of Hope' program provides an unique opportunity for ethical giving. Purchasing a 'Gift of Hope' can make a significant and lasting difference in the lives of many who live in low-income countries throughout the world.  

Holidays and family celebrations often provide opportunities to exchange gifts as an expression of our love and affection for special people in our lives. Choosing the right gift is always a challenge! As an alternative to, or extension of your gift giving tradition, a tax-deductible "Gift of Hope" can be given to honour a loved one at a special occasion or in memory of a loved one who has passed away.  Once your gift has been processed, you will receive a tax-deductible receipt and be given an opportunity to secure a gift enclosure card suitable for the occasion.

The gift items in our on-line Gifts of Hope Catalogue have been carefully chosen to complement the international work of The Salvation Army in the over 130 countries in which it operates. Each 'Gift of Hope' contributes to the Army's strategic priorities in order to support and facilitate holistic and sustainable integrated projects.

Please join us in 'making a world of difference' one gift at a time!

On behalf of the people whose live you have changed, we thank you for your heartfelt generosity.

For more information, please feel free to contact us at SAID@salvationarmy.ca.

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Gift options available in this program are as follows:

Family with goat.Hope through Farming:

One must eat to survive, but eat nutritionally to thrive. Our farming gift options offer a way to obtain protein, essential vitamins, and nutritious sustenance for families to grow, learn, work and contribute positively to their community.

Gifts in this category are:

  • Chickens and Goat
  • Train a Farmer, Farming Tools and Agricultural Training
  • Plant a Garden and A Bag of Seed

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Hope through Education:

Education is the key to unlocking opportunities and creating brighter futures. Our gift options provide children and adults with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive, empowering communities to grow and prosper together. 

Gifts in this category are:

  • School Supplies and Fees
  • Vocational Training
  • Textbooks and School Uniform

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Hope through Health:

We can take for granted the many things that help us live a healthy life, from clean, safe water and flushing toilets to accessing health care. These gifts help families and communities live healthier lives. 

Gifts in this category are:

  • Water and Sanitation
  • Hygiene Kit
  • Medical Aid and Supplies
  • Nutritional Support


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Hope through Communities:

These gifts will help communities grow, work and play together as they move towards a better future. 

Gifts in this category are:

  • Sports and Recreation
  • Cleaning Supplies
  • Transportation (ox cart, bush ambulance, and bicycle)
  • Disaster Relief
  • Mission Resources


Donations to this program can be made to honour a loved one at a special occasion or in memory of a loved one. Once your donation has been processed, you will be given an opportunity to download a gift enclosure card suitable for the occasion.

The Salvation Army is at work in over 130 countries worldwide. We are committed to empowering people and giving support and resources to those who need it most. 

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Gifts of Hope donations are tax deductible.

Together, we're making a world of difference!