2025 SANCTUM 36 HOUR CHALLENGE
On September 25 & 26 in Prince Albert, and on October 2 + 3 in Saskatoon, community leaders will experience challenges related to homelessness and chronic disease in their communities as part of the Sanctum 36 Hour Challenge.
Join us on Saturday, October 4, for an evening of compassion and community at the annual Sanctum 36 Hour Challenge Fundraising Dinner, hosted at TCU Place.
Help improve care for marginalized populations in Saskatchewan
Donations will help us fund our programs and provide necessary resources for individuals in complex situations.
sanctum care group
Sanctum Care Group is a Not-For-Profit Registered Charity that works directly with populations affected by HIV/AIDS, chronic disease, substance dependence, homelessness, mental health issues, and poverty in Saskatchewan.
OUR PROGRAMS
Your donations will help us fund our programs and provide necessary resources for individuals in complex situations.
Sanctum is Saskatchewan’s first hospice with respite and supportive care for people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.
Sanctum 1.5 is a one-of-a-kind program that simultaneously addresses the health and wellbeing of high-risk pregnant women (women who inject drugs and are pregnant) and their children while also addressing the systemic issues of children entering the foster care system.
The Prenatal Outreach Resource Team (PORT) is SCG’s newest program. Launched in November 2021, it is a multi-sectoral approach that includes partners in health, social services, and the community.
HIV Aids Response Team (HART) is an Interdisciplinary team that supports complex patients living with HIV/AIDS in hospitals and links them to continuing care in the community.
Second stage housing for graduates of Sanctum 1.5 and their children and rapid housing for women on PORT who are pregnant and homeless.
SCG’s Community Outreach and Response Team aims to seek and treat community clients through a rapid and intensive model of care delivery.
Multidisciplinary Endocarditis Program: care initiative focused on treating endocarditis among our most vulnerable — individuals facing homelessness, addiction, and complex medical needs.
Our Impact
904%
reduction in daily substance use
MENDO data as of November 30, 2024
188%
increase in stable housing
- Sanctum 1.5
74%
of mothers involved with SANCTUM 1.5 have custody of their infants.
- Sanctum 1.5
Collaboration
with local organizations + services such as Hands at Work, Food Bank, Navera and Foundations Learning, to enhance support networks and resources for clients.
- 2ndSteps
61%
decrease in daily substance use
- Sanctum
371%
increase in inpatient Dentist review
MENDO data as of November 30, 2024
THEIR STORIES
How to get involved
Your generosity makes it possible to help individuals who have complex health and social issues in Saskatoon.
Can you donate these items?
Miscellaneous
- Beading materials
- Diamond art
- Canvas, paints and brushes
- Adult colouring books
- Journals
- Pens
Food Items
- Coffee
- Fruit
- Non-perishables
- Vegetables
Baby Items
- Baby shampoo and body wash
- Towels and face cloths
- Bottles
- Baby monitor
Personal Items
- Soaps, body wash, shampoos, and conditioners
- Lotions
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Comb and hairbrushes
- Sanitary pads, tampons
- Razor and shaving cream
- Hair ties
- Nail clippers, nail files
- Deodorant
- Q-tips
- Laundry baskets
Household Items
- Single bed sheets
- Blankets
- Pillows
- Towels
- Yoga mats
- Night lights
Clothing
- Sleepwear (pajamas, robes)
- Socks
- Underwear (male and female)
- Maternity bras & underwear
- Towels and face cloth
- Small-Medium mens & womens clothing
- Hats & belts
- Sweatpants
- Maternity clothing
Call ahead before coming to donate: 306-244-1200
A positive impact for people experiencing homelessness
Follow along as community leaders experience some of the innumerable challenges homeless individuals face daily – as we try to spread awareness and raise money.
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