Every dollar raised during annual campaign supports community
projects for children and youth across Canada
OTTAWA,
ON, April 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the
Canada Post Community Foundation kicked off its annual campaign to
raise money for children's programs across Canada with an uplifting new stamp.
Featuring an illustration of a group of animals flying in a hot
air balloon, the stamp is a nod to the Foundation's mission to
support young Canadians to reach for their dreams and soar as high
as they can imagine.
Each year, the Foundation distributes grants to Canadian
charities, schools and community organizations that make a
difference in the lives of children and youth. In addition to the
sale of the stamp, funds are raised through customer donations in
post offices, grassroots fundraising activities and employee
payroll deductions.
100 per cent of funds go to local
communities
Since 2012, the Foundation has provided $13.5 million to more than 1,100 initiatives
nationwide, including literacy and language programs; youth
outreach services; projects that support Indigenous youth; gender
and sexual diversity programs and many others. Every dollar raised
during the campaign goes straight to community projects in every
province and territory. This year's grant recipients will be
announced in August.
About the stamp
The 2024 Canada Post Community Foundation stamp was designed by
Seung Jai Paek. The artwork was
selected by Canada Post retail employees. The stamp, Official First
Day Cover (OFDC) – cancelled in Ottawa – and postage-paid postcard are
available at post offices and online at canadapost.ca/shop.
One dollar from the sale of each
booklet of 10 stamps, or 10 cents
from the sale of each OFDC and postcard, helps fund programs that
elevate children and youth and fuel their dreams to take
flight.
About the Foundation
The Canada Post Community Foundation is a registered charity
that aims to have a positive impact on the lives of children and
youth (up to age 21). Through its grassroots, community-based
approach, the Foundation is one of the best examples of Canada
Post's commitment to building a stronger Canada. Supporting initiatives that benefit
children and youth helps strengthen communities for all
Canadians.
To donate to the Foundation, purchase a booklet of stamps at a
local post office or visit canadapost.ca/community.
For links to images of the stamp and other resources:
- External folder with high-resolution images
- Watch the YouTube video
- Social media platforms – Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
SOURCE Canada Post