It Takes a Village
No one should face financial crisis alone.
Every day, people across Canada find themselves overwhelmed by debt. Illness, job loss, relationship breakdown, and unexpected hardship can leave families struggling to find a way forward.
Start a fundraiser with your friends, family, church, or workplace and help provide free debt help to Canadians who need hope.
Eleanor never expected to spend her retirement fighting to keep her home.
After suffering a stroke, she lost her income. Legal expenses and urgent home repairs quickly became overwhelming, leaving her wondering how she would make it through.
Then the Church showed up.
Through Christians Against Poverty Canada, Eleanor found practical help, compassionate people, and hope for the future.
Names and identifying details have been changed to protect privacy.
"Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfil the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2
Why It Takes a Village? The work of the Church has always included caring for those who are carrying more than they can bear.
When you raise funds through It Takes a Village, you help ensure that more Canadians can receive free debt counselling and practical support. Your generosity allows trained Debt Coaches to walk alongside people as they repay debt, establish healthy financial habits, and work towards lasting financial stability.
Your fundraising helps provide:
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Free, one-to-one debt counselling
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Practical guidance to help people manage their debt
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Budgeting education through CAP Money Course
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Encouragement and support from trained Debt Coaches
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Financial stability for individuals and families facing hardship
Join the Village
You can take part in many different ways. You might organise a community meal, mark a birthday, take on a personal challenge, or invite your church to raise funds together.
Whatever form your fundraiser takes, your generosity will help someone receive practical support, wise guidance, and the opportunity to build a more secure financial future.
