our impact
Real Women. Real Transformation. Real Results.
Since 1981, Making Changes has helped thousands of Calgary women overcome barriers to financial independence. Your support creates measurable outcomes and lasting transformations.
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*Between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026
Meet The Women Your Support Empowers
Women achieving financial independence. Teens discovering their voices. Mothers creating different outcomes for children.
This is the sustainable transformation your support funds.
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They provide the best customer service. They have a wonderful team of professionals and volunteers. Thank you for your services.
Thank you for the kindness and support you showed my daughter, whose joy over the clothes she received meant so much to us. As newcomers to Canada facing challenges, this gift reminded us we’re not alone and that there are kind people who care.
I would like to recommend The Employment and Life Skill Program thatI recently finished, all topics are really useful. I only want to say thanks all team, specially to Andrienne and Luckshinie.
As a member of a marginalized group, I can state with absolute certainty that the representatives that worked with me were accommodating, helpful, understanding, and respectful, and that they were an immense bolster to my dignity.
This organization benefits from generous folks like yourselves. They happily accept gently used clothing from individuals or organizations (like we just donated to on behalf) then make a positive impact on someone else. The proceeds also help to find programs aligned with the same purpose of helping women in need. Check it out!
I feel more confidence and happiness. I loved everyone’s kindness. I will make failure a lesson not a defeat. I arrange my steps to reach my dream
The staff was super nice too. They even help you decide what looks good on you. Definitely highly recommend. Jill was supporting me and she was amazing!
It was a very welcoming environment. I loved the games and the life skills we learned.
From Barriers to Breakthroughs
Our programs help remove the specific barriers preventing women from achieving financial independence,
creating visible transformations across Calgary families and workplaces.
Evidence-based programming builds confidence, resilience, and leadership skills before girls internalize messages that certain opportunities aren't for them.
Safe community spaces help women build connections and mentorship relationships that open doors to new opportunities.
Dignity-centred programs treat women as capable individuals facing solvable barriers, strengthening their confidence and sense of self-worth.
Professional wardrobes and workforce preparation enable women to present themselves confidently in interviews and workplaces.
Comprehensive training provides the skills, credentials, and industry connections needed to enter and advance in male-dominated tech sectors.
Foundational digital skills empower women to independently navigate Canadian systems and access community resources.
Create Lasting
Transformation
In Your Community
Every contribution removes barriers preventing women from achieving financial independence. Your support strengthens families, diversifies workplaces, and lifts entire communities through sustainable transformation.