This holiday season, TrueSkin Clinic wants to give back to our communities by contributing to some wonderful local non-profits. This fundraiser will run from Tuesday, November 17th until Wednesday, December 23. All items may be directly dropped off at our TrueSkin Clinic location, Tuesday to Friday between 10:30AM and 6:00PM.
With each donation, your name will be entered into a draw to
win 1 of 5 $100 TrueSkin Clinic gift cards!
Calgary Humane Society
Wish-List
- Gift cards to grocery stores, Walmart, Canadian Tire, Superstore, and/or pet supplies stores
- Toys for Dogs: KONG Goodie Bones, Large KONGs, Premier biscuit block, Petsafe busy buddy chuckle, Petsafe busy buddy barnacle, Hol-ee roller balls, and feeder toys (indestructible and treat/kibble-dispensing are best toys are best)
- Toys for Cats: fabric mice, plastic balls, knotty knots, etc. Simple toys that are easy to clean/disinfect, fit nicely into kennels, and are travel-friendly are best!
- Toys for Rabbits/Small critters: Wooden chews and blocks, cottontail cottages, NEW bird toys that are budgie/cockatiel sized, hanging parrot toys, and rope perches of all sizes.
- Food for Dogs: Liver bites (chicken/liver Benny Bully brand), Cheeze Wiz, wet canned foods such as Pedigee, Cesars, and Iams
- Food for Cats: Royal Canin Diet High Energy Felin wet and/or dry food, KMR milk replacement (Pet Ag brand), wet canned foods such as Friskies Pate, Fancy Feast, and Whiskas.
- Food for Rabbits and small critters: items from Oxbow Animal Health Products, however gift cards are best so that the Humane Society can purchase specialty food items needed for these little guys!
- Other high-needs items: towels, flat sheets, fleece blankets (to be placed in a clear labelled bag), double-ended leashes, collars of all sizes, AA and CR2032 batteries, Ice cream pails or new 2L plastic containers WITH lids
Items to avoid bringing for the Calgary Humane Society:
- expired or open medications
- used animal brushes, toothbrushes, or grooming supplies
- open pet food
- cushions and pillows
- fitted sheets (small animals can get easily caught in the elastic!)
The Calgary Food Bank Wish-List
- Canned foods
- Vegetables: Carrots, Peas, Green Beans, Mixed Vegetables, Tomatoes
- Fruit: Peaches, Pears, Pineapple, Mixed fruit, oranges
- Protein: Ham, turkey, chicken, salmon, tuna, beans
- Soups
- Grains
- Pasta
- Boxed macaroni & cheese
- Rice
- Cereal
- Pasta sauces, juice, peanut butter
- Hygiene products like shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, toilet paper, and deodorants
Items to avoid bringing for the Calgary Food Bank:
- Expired food items
- Bread
- Candy and pop
- Dented or unlabeled cans
- Broken and/or open packages
- Fresh or frozen fruits and/or vegetables
- Fresh or frozen meats
- Supplements
- Homemade food items
Made by Momma Wish-List
- Baby Diapers: ALL sizes (opened packages are acceptable)
- Baby Wipes
- Baby formula
- Baby Food
- Baby Hygiene Items: Baby wash and shampoo, diaper cream, baby lotion, kids toothbrushes, baby toothbrushes, Vitamin D Drops, Non-Fluoride toothpaste (0-12 months)
- New and/or gently used toys, books, and clothing
- Gift cards to essential stores (Superstore, Walmart, Safeway, etc)
- Hand sanitizer
- Sanitizing wipes
- Paper towels
- Toilet paper
- Laundry pods
Items to avoid bringing for Made by Momma:
- Previously used stuffed/plush toys
- Expired (or expiring within 12 months) car seats
- Household items such as kitchen items, towels, and/or small appliances
- Soiled clothing, books, or toys