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AHC Hosted Annual Casino Fundraiser

In August 2025, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) hosted our annual Casino Fundraiser at Pure Casino Yellowhead. This unique and important opportunity was only made possible by the generosity of our volunteers. This wasn’t just a fun night out; it was a purposeful, well-coordinated effort to raise essential funds that help us keep delivering programs and services to the diverse communities we serve.

Casino fundraisers are a special opportunity in Alberta for nonprofits like ours. The proceeds from these events significantly contribute to our funding, help launch new initiatives, maintain ongoing programs, and reach even more individuals, families, and communities in need. While the atmosphere may feel like entertainment to casino guests, behind the scenes is the dedication, focus, and teamwork of volunteers that make the event a success.

Over two days, our volunteers filled every role needed—from handling chips and monitoring tables to greeting participants and ensuring accurate counts. Each shift required attention to detail, adherence to rules, and a high level of integrity. Volunteers arrived early, stayed late, adapted to schedule changes, and learned the ins and outs of the casino environment. They didn’t just “help out”—they took full ownership of their roles and made sure the event ran smoothly.

We were especially moved by the flexibility and dedication our volunteers showed. Some rearranged personal commitments to step in, while others took on long or late-night shifts without hesitation. Their willingness to work together, adapt on the spot, and maintain a positive spirit created an atmosphere of both professionalism and camaraderie. It’s this kind of commitment that truly reflects the heart of AHC’s mission.

Why It Matters

The impact of the Casino Fundraiser reaches far beyond those two days. The funds raised go directly into our free programs—whether that’s helping newcomers settle into their new lives, offering youth and family activities, providing small business support, or creating spaces where people can connect and grow. Funds raised are turned into opportunities, resources, and tangible change in the lives of newcomer and equity-deserving individuals and communities.

Events like this remind us that an organization’s strength comes from its people—those who give their time, skills, and energy for something bigger than themselves. Without our volunteers, there would be no Casino Fundraiser, and without the fundraiser, many programs would lose vital support. Every single person who participated played a direct role in sustaining our programs and services.

We thank all our volunteers for their generosity and dedication to our mission in building healthy communities across Alberta. We look forward to working together and to continuing to build healthy communities across Alberta.

Thinking of Volunteering?

AHC offers many ways to get involved to help our communities. Whether you’re looking for a one-time commitment like the Casino Fundraiser or a regular role in ongoing programs, events, or administrative support. Volunteering with us means giving back, making a lasting difference, building new skills, and connecting with community-focused people. Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page on our website to learn more and apply.

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As an organization, we commit ourselves to continue to acknowledge, learn, understand, and create opportunities to educate our staff, volunteers, and community members about the lived experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis, walking the path of reconciliation.

Action for Healthy Communities Society of Alberta (AHC's) Diversity and Inclusion Statement

AHC is a proud proponent of diversity in the workforce, and we support an inclusive workplace that values the diversity of ideas.

AHC fosters diversity and inclusion at all levels of our organization. It is among the cornerstones of our core values of inclusion, collaboration, participation, personal development, innovation and excellence. We understand that equity deserving individuals and communities possess huge potential for growth and development but facing myriad of challenges which can be addressed through their capacity building by hiring and retaining individuals with an array of competencies, talents, experiences, and ideas to propel the innovation that drives our success. 
A diverse workforce and inclusive culture help us strengthen performance and inspire creative solutions. We believe the attention given to diversity and inclusion makes us more responsive, agile, trustworthy and innovative.

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