Question 1

I live outside the city boundaries. Can I request help from the Samaritan Club?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to the high demand for our services in Calgary, we are not able to assist those who live outside of the city boundaries.

Question 2

Does the Samaritan Club accept monetary donations?

Accepted Answer

We accept Personal, Corporate, In Memoriam, and Estate donations. Credit card donations are accepted by pressing the “DONATE” button on this website. Cheques can be mailed to our Samaritan Club address ( see our contact page). For further information contact samaritanclubofcalgary@gmail.com.

Question 3

If I require assistance with food or other basic needs, can I contact the Samaritan Club directly?

Accepted Answer

The Samaritan Club of Calgary does not work directly with clients. All requests must be made by a health care or social service professional. Agencies have been provided with lists of telephone contacts who will accept requests for assistance.

Question 4

I am interested in becoming a member, how do I proceed?

Accepted Answer

Select the link on the "How You Can Help Page". We will provide further information about our expectations around commitment and responsibilities of membership.  Membership in the Samaritan Club is currently $75.00 per year which covers all our administrative costs.

Question 5

Does the Samaritan Club accept donations for its garage sale?

Accepted Answer

Due to the large volume of goods donated by members and their friends and family as well as space constraints, we are only able to accept donations through members at this time.

Question 6

Are Samaritan Club services available year round?

Accepted Answer

As the Samaritan Club has no staff, our volunteers do not provide service in July or August.