All Charities Campaign

The All Charities Campaign is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered as a Private Foundation with the Canada Revenue Agency under the Business Registration Number 889978664RR0001. It functions primarily as an Employees' Charity Trust, facilitating charitable giving among current and retired employees of the Manitoba Government and its affiliates. Established in 1966, the campaign has raised over $30 million for thousands of registered charities across Manitoba and Canada.

Mission and Purpose

The mission of the All Charities Campaign is to encourage philanthropy by providing an accessible and convenient way for Manitoba government employees and affiliates to donate to registered charities of their choice. The campaign operates mainly through workplace giving, allowing donors to contribute via payroll deductions or through one-time gifts made by cash or cheque. Importantly, the campaign upholds the principle that the decision of how much to give and to which charities is entirely at the discretion of each individual donor.

Structure and Operations

As a volunteer-driven initiative, the All Charities Campaign is managed and operated by employees within the Manitoba Government and associated organizations. It supports a wide array of charitable causes, reflecting the diverse interests and charitable priorities of its donors. The campaign serves as a centralized platform to streamline charitable donations, reduce administrative burdens for charities, and promote sustained philanthropic support within the government workforce.

Impact

Since its inception, the All Charities Campaign has had a significant impact on charitable fundraising in Manitoba and Canada. It has mobilized substantial financial support, exceeding $30 million, benefiting thousands of charitable organizations working in various sectors throughout the country.

Classification

The campaign is officially classified as a Private Foundation, falling under the category of "Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community" and categorized within the Foundations/Funding Foundations sector.

The All Charities Campaign continues to play a vital role in fostering a culture of giving among Manitoba government employees, supporting numerous charitable organizations and contributing positively to the Canadian nonprofit landscape.

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