Donate

As a nonprofit, charitable organization, the Central Algoma Land Trust relies on the generosity of the local community to carry out our work. Memberships provide an important foundation of support, but they do not fully cover the costs of protecting land, monitoring wildlife, and engaging the community. Additional donations help protect the natural spaces, wildlife, and rural character that make the region so special. Every contribution, big or small, plays a vital role in preserving Central Algoma for generations to come.

Donate Online

Other Ways to Donate

  • Supporters can make a donation through e-transfer quickly and securely using their online banking. E-transfer donations can be sent directly to the Central Algoma Land Trust at donate@calt.ca and auto-deposit is enabled so no password is required. Donors are asked to include their full name, email, and mailing address in the message so that a charitable tax receipt can be issued.

  • Donations can be made in person at the Central Algoma Land Trust Conservation Centre, located at 69 Boyer Drive in Desbarats. The centre is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. However, as staff are sometimes out in the field during regular hours, it is recommended to call ahead at 705-782-2200 before making a special trip. Cash, cheques, and major credit cards are accepted.

  • Cheque donations can be mailed to:

    Central Algoma Land Trust
    PO Box 127, 69 Boyer Drive
    Desbarats, Ontario
    P0R 1E0

  • Donating securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.) to the Central Algoma Land Trust is a tax-smart way to support local land conservation. By giving securities directly, you may avoid paying capital gains tax while still receiving a charitable tax receipt for the full market value. This means your gift can go further in protecting the natural places you care about. To make a donation of securities, please download our Securities Donation Form and follow its instructions.

  • If you would like to make a donation to one of the Central Algoma Land Trust’s specific funds, such as the Stewardship Fund, Land Protection Fund, or Operational Endowment Fund, donors are encouraged to contact us for more information.

  • Some supporters choose to make all of their charitable contributions through CanadaHelps, a trusted platform for online giving in Canada. If you prefer to manage your donations this way, you can easily find and support the Central Algoma Land Trust through our CanadaHelps profile. CanadaHelps provides a secure and convenient way to donate, issue instant tax receipts, and track all of your charitable giving in one place.

  • U.S. taxpayers who wish to support the work of the Central Algoma Land Trust while receiving U.S. tax benefits are encouraged to donate to the Friends of Central Algoma Land Trust. This U.S. based nonprofit organization is committed to supporting land conservation efforts in the Central Algoma region and regularly provides financial grants to the Central Algoma Land Trust.

A turtle sitting on a log near the water with green grass and plants in the background, and its reflection visible in the water.
A black bear cub standing on a tree branch in a forest.
Snowy owl perched on a tree stump in a winter landscape with snow and leafless bushes, trees in the background.