Brick x Brick: Navigating Real Estate, Finances, and Life for Women13 Feb 2025

Episode 23: The Power of Giving Back with Valdene Callin; Why Volunteers are Needed

In this episode of Brick x Brick, host Roxann Klepper sits down with longtime Red Deer resident and dedicated volunteer Valdene Callin. Since 1997, Valdene has devoted countless hours to local organizations, from the Red Deer Public Library and Urban Spirits Rotary Club to 100 Women Who Care and Dress for Success. Together, they discuss the critical role volunteers play in supporting nonprofits, the challenges organizations face in recruiting and retaining help, and practical steps for anyone looking to get involved. Whether you're offering time, resources, or financial support, this episode explores how small actions can make a big impact in building stronger communities.

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE

• The Importance of Volunteering in the Community

• How to Get Started with Volunteering

• Challenges Facing Nonprofits and Volunteerism Today

TODAY’S GUEST

Valdene Callin

Organizations volunteered for:

Newcomers Club - 1997-2000

Parent council for my son’s elementary and middle school 2001-2008

Red Deer Childcare Society 2003-2006

Red Deer Public Library – 2003-2010 and 2021-2024

Crime Prevention Committee – 2008-2010

Red Deer Soccer Association – 2008-2014

Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools – 2010-2016

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) – 2016-2022

Mayor’s Special Recognition Committee 2015-2021

Canada Winter Games – Bid Committee 2013 and 2016-2019 Special events committee

100 Women Who Care – 2015-2025

Children’s Wish Breakfast 2016-2023

PCN Fun Run – 2011-2023

Society for Hospital Expansion of Central Alberta (SHECA) 2017-2025

Bull Skit – 2017-2023

Urban Spirits Rotary Club – 2017-2021

Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery 2020-2025

United Way of Central Alberta 2014-2024

This is all on my own time. I worked for Family Services of Central Alberta from 2001-2013 and hosted many special events with many volunteers.

Special events and limited time volunteering – Mastercard Memorial Cup 2016, Scotties Tournament of Hearts 2004 and 2012, World Juniors, Dress for Success many different roles, The Outreach Centre – fundraising, Dancing with the Stars for a couple of different charities, Fire and Ice Gala, making meals for Ronald McDonald House

HELPFUL LINKS

• Search of Registered Charities: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/charities-giving/list-charities/list-charities-other-qualified-donees.html

• Your home might be worth more than you think. Request your FREE Market Evaluation here: https://www.roxyk.ca/home-evaluation

PODCAST

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WHERE TO FIND ROXY

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxklepper/?hl=en

Website: https://www.roxyk.ca

Email: roxann@roxyk.ca

Phone: 403-872-4546

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