Frequently Asked Questions & Quick Links:
Please pick a category to learn more
🤝 Receive Support & Applications
🎂 What is the Birthday Closet?
In partnership with Community Links, this program helps provide birthday gift and essentials for individuals in need. Applications are completed though the link below
Learn More & Apply🎄 What are Holiday Hampers?
Holiday hampers include food, gifts, and seasonal essentials for families during the holiday season. Eligibilty is based on financial need.
Please check back in Fall for applications.
🧺 What is the Helping Hands Hamper?
Handmade blankets and care essentials for individuals and families experiencing difficult circumstances.
Learn More💝 What are Giving Back Program?
Funding opportunities for local organizations making a positive impact in Airdrie.
Funding come from our Casino nights and is redistrubuted to support local agencies.
View Details💝 Give Support: Donations
🎁 What item donations do you accept?
- New toys (unwrapped)
- Gift cards
- Teen gifts
- Adult gifts
- Household essentials
Updates in Hamper season. We are usually short on teen and adult gifts. We also have an amazon wish list that we update as applications come in.
🚚 Where do I drop donations off?
We accept donations year-round. However, official drop-off locations are typically available starting in October.
We also:
- Partner with local organizations that host donation boxes
- May provide tap machines for card donations (location to be confirmed)
📍 Drop-off locations for 2026: To be announced
💵 How can I make a monetary donation?
- Tax receipts available for eligible donations
- Secure online donations
- Event tap machines
ℹ️ About Us
👥 Who we are?
We began in 1977 as the Lioness Club and became Airdrie 1st in 2021. We are a volunteer-run community organization focused on supporting local individuals and families through kindness, connection, events, and community programs.
💡 What we do?
We support the community by organizing, and running:
- Community programs
- Donation drives
- Local events
- Support initiatives for individuals and families in need
🙌 How can I Get Involved?
🙋 How can I become a member?
We are always looking for volunteers to support our programs, events, and outreach efforts.Reach out to our new member cordinator to learn more
Contact Us🏢 How can businesses support Airdrie 1st Club?
There are many meaningful ways to support Airdrie 1st, from financial sponsorships and community partnerships to in-kind donations. Every contribution helps us continue supporting local families, programs, and events.
Ways businesses can help include:
- Sponsoring community programs, events, or local initiatives
- Hosting fundraising events or donation campaigns, including friendly workplace competitions and gift drives
- Donating products, services, gift cards, or supplies, and offering volunteer support or discounts for families and community members
We are always open to creative partnership ideas that strengthen our community. Businesses of all sizes can make a meaningful local impact.
👨👩👧👦 What is adopt a family?
Adopt A Family is a holiday support program that allows individuals, families, businesses, or groups to sponsor a local family during the holiday season.
Contact Us Application Form