Over 40 Years of Growing Hope
The Mustard Seed is a Christian non-profit organization that has been caring for individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty since 1984. Operating in six cities across Western Canada, The Mustard Seed is a supportive haven where people can have their physical, mental, and spiritual needs met and grow toward greater health and independence.
We have been an agent of change for four decades thanks to our donors, volunteers, and support from the community.
Building Community. Growing Hope. Supporting Change.
Our History
Pat Nixon founded The Mustard Seed in 1984 with a single street ministry location in central Calgary. Today, the organization operates in multiple cities – Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, and Grande Prairie in Alberta, Kamloops in British Columbia, and a seventh location soon to open in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. All locations offer a different range of programs and services to serve our most vulnerable community members.
Programs and services include:
- Basic needs - emergency shelter, meals, clothing, and hygiene items
- Health and Wellness
- Housing
- Employment
- Spiritual Care
- Community Engagement
- Community Impact Centres
With the support of our donors, volunteers, and the community, The Mustard Seed continues to grow and meet the needs of those we serve.
Meet our Executive Team
James Gardiner
Rosanne Goetz
Bill Nixon
Janet Mathieson
Lorne Heppner
Philip Calvert
Brent Trask
MEET OUR FOUNDATION & SOCIETY BOARD MEMBERS
Jeremy Thiessen
Jason Krueger
Carolyn Scheil
Richard Lange
Gregg Becker
Kevin Schular
Jason Krueger
Bonnie Ogilvie
Benjamin Wiebe
Reinhart Issler
Donna Hastings
Accountability
The Mustard Seed is committed to transparent accountability and open communication in all of its practices. We seek to share as much information as possible with you, our valued supporters.
Lives are changed every day because of people like you. Donate today to provide food, shelter, health and wellness support, and so much more. With your help, hope lives here!