Youth and Mental Health

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Picture this: It's 2014, and Nichole is sitting in a volunteer interview. The interviewer poses the question, "What's your driving force?" Without hesitation, she responds:

"See a need, fill a need."

Nichole’s work with Kids Help Phone (KHP) began in 2014, when she stepped into the role of Volunteer Coordinator for the “Walk So Kids Can Talk” event in Saskatoon.

From organizing volunteers to coordinating entertainment and managing venue logistics, she took on every aspect of the event with care and determination.

She remained involved with the event for three consecutive years (2014–2016), and her dedication was recognized with the Inukshuk Award—a symbol of leadership and service that she still proudly displays to this day.

Her commitment to youth and mental health didn’t stop there.

Scroll down to see how Advocate Fundraising’s very first client carried this mission forward in a powerful way

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“I first met Nichole while I was looking for volunteers in Saskatoon to help support the Walk so Kids Can Talk event for Kids Help Phone... Nichole exceeded my expectations and helped with volunteer recruitment, assisted with the venue, and was a huge help on event day…”

“This was 10+ years ago... Nichole is committed to making a positive impact in her community... She embodies the spirit of compassion and service that is essential in the charitable sector.

- Trish Dupruis, Manager, Community Fundraising & Events Kid Help Phone

Kickstand: A Groundbreaking Youth Wellness Hub

Advocate Fundraising’s very first client was the Mental Health Foundation of Alberta. We were proud to support early fundraising efforts for their transformative initiative—Kickstand—a youth wellness hub.

What they offer:

  • Mental Health Support

  • Substance Use Counselling

  • Peer Support

  • Support Groups & Workshops

  • …and more!

Now Open!

West Edmonton Mal, Level 2 (Near The Brick)

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“Very professional, very personable, great at investigating grants, qualifying, and understanding the granting process.”

- Jill Buehler, Grants Coordinator Mental Health Foundation

Know a youth-focused cause that could use fundraising support? Let them know we’re here to help.