Heroes for Hope
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Recovery from an eating disorder is a long journey — and no one should have to walk it alone, or wonder if support will be there when they need it most.
Heroes for Hope is our monthly giving program, and it exists to make sure that’s never a question. Every month, Heroes for Hope fund the trained mentors, peer support, and accessible programming that keep our services running — for everyone who needs them.
When someone reaches out, we need to be there. Heroes for Hope make sure we always are.
Joining Heroes for Hope is easy on your budget, is charged directly to your credit card on the same day every month and you can make changes to your recurring gift at any time.
Become a Hero for Hope today.
Meet some of our Heroes for Hope
Make a One‑Time Gift
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Please use our secure online form to make a one‑time donation by credit card. A tax receipt will be sent to you upon transaction completion.
Would you like to dedicate your donation in the name of someone? Please tick the box in the form and, if desired, you may also send an e-card acknowledging your gift. It’s an easy and meaningful way to recognize someone special.
If you would prefer to make your donation by cheque, please mail it to:
Eating Disorders Nova Scotia
2711 Agricola Street
Halifax NS Canada
B3K 4C7
Like to make a donation via e-transfer? Please send a note to and we can advise you on next steps.
Donate Stocks or Securities
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When you give the gift of stocks or securities, capital gains taxes do not apply and we receive the full fair market value of your gift at the time of sale.
Kindly contact us directly to advise of your pending donation or to get further details.
Gifts of securities can be made quickly and easily online. Note that this process is managed through our trusted partners at Canada Helps by using the form on this page.
Alternatively, you may download this document [coming soon] for your broker to transfer directly to the Eating Disorders Nova Scotia account.
Leave a Legacy
Leaving a gift in your will can have a profound impact on future generations. A bequest of cash, securities or a percentage of the residual of your estate can reduce your final taxes, costs nothing up-front and can be changed at any time.
Please contact us to discuss.
Host an Event
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Get involved! Hosting a fundraiser in support of Eating Disorders Nova Scotia is a fun way to show your support. Get your friends, family and colleagues together and make it a group effort.
How does it work:
Brainstorm a few ideas and come up with a general concept (see below for a few ideas);
Determine logistics: date, time, venue, ticket price;
Build out your event plan with a budget, promotion schedule, food, entertainment, prize solicitation, license applications (e.g., raffle, liquor), etc.;
Prepare a one paragraph summary of your event;
Register your event with us (use the form on this page);
Spread the word (we can help);
Hold your event;
Submit your funds raised on behalf of Eating Disorders Nova Scotia (cheque, e-transfer or via our online donation form); and,
Pat yourself on the back; your hard work has paid off!
How we can help:
Provide you with collateral to help promote your event (logos, images, rack cards, stickers);
Announce your event in our monthly newsletters;
Mention your event on our social media channels;
Help you create an online fundraising page through Canada Helps;
Arrange for official representation from our staff or volunteers (schedules permitting);
Issue official tax receipts, as applicable. Note that not all donations are eligible for tax receipts. Please check with us to determine eligibility in accordance with Canada Revenue Agency guidelines.
Looking for inspiration?
Why not consider:
Paint night
Trivia night
Scavenger hunt
Online auction
Golf tournament
Car wash
Fashion show
You are only limited by your imagination!
