Association Past President, Bea Bohm-Meyer and Gala Chairperson, Catherine Vu at the 3rd Annual Inspiring Dreams Gala in support of the Mindful Hearts Project.

As the fundraising arm of the Winnifred Stewart (WS), the Winnifred Stewart Foundation oversees all fundraising activities in support of Winnifred Stewart's programs and services. Since 1972, the Foundation has held annual and ongoing campaigns to raise funds for equipment, program expansion, and budget shortfalls. Successful initiatives include the Empties to WINN program, and annual direct mail campaigns, various special events throughout the year, and joint collaborations with local community groups.

The Winnifred Stewart Foundation also welcomes donations from the community at large. Funds from donors are allocated to areas that need them most, unless specifically indicated by the donor. This includes annual operating costs, special equipment purchases, and funding of new residential projects. Gifts made in memory of an individual can be directed by the family of the deceased to areas of most need or to a specific project. Charitable tax receipts are issued for all charitable donations.

Though the Winnifred Stewart receives funding from the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Board - Edmonton Region, a significant portion of its annual budget for programs and services must be derived from other sources. Thanks to the Winnifred Stewart Foundation's fundraising efforts in the community, WS has been able to expand its residential services, add new programs and services, empower more individuals and inspire more dreams.