How to Apply Please forward requests to: Corporate Giving Committee corporategiving@ccscorporation.ca Corporate Giving Application (PDF) Corporate Giving Application (WORD)

At CCS, we know that we have a responsibility to respect and contribute to the communities in which we operate. We are proud to demonstrate this commitment year after year by contributing to numerous organizations that benefit these communities. CCS’ Corporate Giving Program provides charitable donations and sponsorships to non-profit organizations that provide important services at the local, provincial and national level. Applications are reviewed bi-monthly and are evaluated based on the following pillars: Environment Education Safety Family Aboriginal

Environment:
As a leader in environmental stewardship, CCS believes in protecting our natural resources and ecosystems through conservation and long-term sustainability. We participate in and support sustainable environmental programs with long-term goals of creating a strong foundation for our future. Our partnerships and programs focus on sustainability and innovative technology that have a positive impact on the environment. This includes education, recycling and conservation programs.

Education:
CCS fosters an environment of life-long learning and continuous improvement. We believe that education is essential to the growth and well-being of our employees and communities. CCS supports organizations that encourage learning and growth through education and knowledge sharing.

Safety:
CCS maintains the highest standard of safety for its employees. We support programs and initiatives that ensure a safe and productive work environment through education, technology and innovation.

Family:
At CCS, our culture is based around family. The company’s success is attributed to its people and those people who support them. We believe in making a strong commitment to the communities in which we live and work. CCS is an active supporter of social assistance programs that provide independence and essential services that improve quality of life.

Aboriginal:
CCS is dedicated to working with Aboriginal people in the communities in which we operate. We value these relationships and want to continue to work with Aboriginal organizations on projects that relate to health, family, education and the environment.

Corporate Giving Guidelines

CCS’ corporate donations are evaluated and approved according to these guiding principles:

• Calgary, provincial and national organizations (local charities outside of Calgary are encouraged to contact CCS facilities in your community. Click here to find a list of facilities in your area.)
• Provides long-term, sustainable, positive results for the greatest number of people possible
• The organization seeking donations fits with our values and principles
• Organizations and programs must operate without regard to race, political affiliation, religion, creed, sex or sexual orientation
• Organizations are tax-registered, non-profit groups. They must have a published list of directors and officers and provide current financial statements upon request
• Organizations must fill out a corporate giving application in order to be considered for funding.
• Organizations that have received support in the past, should include a clear statement of the benefits that resulted from that support

CCS Corporation will not provide funding for the following kinds of requests (except in unique circumstances):

• organizations without a tax-registered number;
• individual applicants, stand-alone research, advocacy groups or lobbying organizations;
• third-party fundraisers or professional solicitors; and
• organizations supported through the United Way (CCS contributes annually to the United Way through a week-long fundraising campaign).