Endowment Funds

The purpose of an endowment fund at L’Arche Calgary is to support vital work that is essential to the mission of L’Arche Calgary, but that is rarely covered by public funding. Some examples of activities that endowment funds make possible are:

• The growth of L’Arche Calgary through new homes, educational initiatives, recreational activities and the arts.
• Leadership development for people with and without intellectual disabilities that supports their empowerment to carry responsibility in their communities and their lives.
• Advocacy work with provincial and national partners to shape social policy and foster the full participation of people with intellectual disabilities as valued leaders and citizens.

$50,000 is the minimum gift to establish a named endowment fund. The endowment agreement between  L’Arche Calgary and the donor ensures that the fund you create will continue in perpetuity in the name you have chosen. Friends, colleagues and family members are welcome to make additional donations to a named endowment fund once established. Bequests to  L’Arche Calgary may also be directed to a named endowment fund. The donor or designated family member or representative will receive an annual report that includes a financial update on the endowment fund.

We would be delighted to talk with you about starting a named endowment fund. Please contact Christian Andres  (403) 930 2263.