Making Art Making Change

Thank you. 💛

Because of your support, MAMC can continue offering free artmaking programs that bring people together to connect, create, and share their stories.

You also helped spark change at West Neighbourhood House, where the art room has reopened — giving residents a welcoming space to gather and grow community through creativity.

We’re grateful to have you with us. Here’s to more connections in 2026!

Creativity is one of the most powerful tools we have for building connection.

At MAMC, donor support allows us to offer free artmaking programs for participants with partners like West Neighbourhood House — creating space where people can express themselves, build relationships, and be connected.

👉 Give the gift of connection today. Donate today!
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💛 Until December 31, your donation is matched (up to $15,000).
There’s still time to make your year-end gift!

That passion helped spark something powerful at West Lodge.

What began as a series of artmaking workshops grew into a strong sense of community — strong enough that partners reopened the building’s art room permanently.

Now, residents have a dedicated space to create, connect, and share stories together. It’s one more place where connection grows.

💛 Learn more or support this work: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78600

Meet César.
When a case manager encouraged him to join a MAMC art workshop at West Lodge, he decided to give it a try — and found himself painting scenes of the neighbourhood he loves.

“It really woke up the artist’s spirit inside,” he says. “But most importantly, it helped me connect with people again.”

Your support makes stories like César’s possible.
Donate now: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78600

🎨 When you give today, your donation is matched until December 31 — doubling your impact on programs that spark joy, creativity, and social connection.

For many West Lodge residents, MAMC’s workshops are the brightest part of the week — a place to breathe, create, and feel connected.

Help us bring more of these moments to more communities.

💛 Donate today (your gift will be matched): https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78600

This spring, Making Art Making Change (MAMC) partnered with West Neighbourhood House to bring a community arts project to the residents of West Lodge.

For eight weeks, neighbours discovered their inner artist through painting, collage, and storytelling — mapping out the places and shared memories that make Parkdale home. From riding the 501 Streetcar to tending the gardens, the “Faces and Places of West Lodge” project brought their community to life on canvas.

Your support helps us offer workshops at no cost to participants, creating space for connection and creativity.

💛 Donate today and your gift will be matched until December 31.
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78600

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⏳ Last chance to make TWICE the impact!

Today is the final day to have your donation matched by the McDonald Family, doubling your gift to Making Art Making Change (MAMC). Every dollar helps bring creativity, connection, and community to caregivers, seniors, and newcomers who need it most.

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference. Donate before midnight and help us reach our $30,000 match goal!

💜 Together, we can transform lives through the power of art. Donate now: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78600

💜 When Shahla became a full-time caregiver for her husband Alaeddin after his dementia diagnosis, life became overwhelming. But through MAMC’s workshop in collaboration with Rare Dementia Support Canada, she discovered a creative outlet and a supportive community that understood her journey.

Shahla’s story shows the healing power of creativity, even in the hardest times. These workshops bring comfort and connection to caregivers like her—offered at no cost, thanks to supporters like you.

✨ This December, your gift will go TWICE as far! The McDonald Family is matching all donations made by December 31, up to $30,000.

🎨 Help us support more caregivers like Shahla. Donate today! https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78600

💜 After losing her husband Paul, Lise found healing through art. At MAMC’s caregiver art-making workshop in collaboration with Rare Dementia Support Canada, she transformed her grief into remembrance and rediscovered purpose with every brushstroke.

Lise’s journey is a testament to the power of creativity to build connection and community. Programs like this are offered at no cost to participants—thanks to supporters like you.

✨ This December, your donation will go TWICE as far! The McDonald Family is matching all gifts made by December 31, up to $30,000. Help us bring connection and creativity to more people like Lise.

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✨ We’re celebrating stories of art-making, connection, and community in the coming weeks.

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