Barb Sheppard
The Good Sheppard
Donor Program
Your support can make a lasting difference to those who need it most. The Good Shepherd Donor Program provides vital resources to individuals facing significant challenges, helping them overcome obstacles and seize opportunities that enhance their well-being. Every donation goes directly to supporting critical programs and services for at-risk individuals, the vulnerable, and those in crisis, giving them the tools to participate fully in their community and thrive.
The Good Shepherd Donor Program honors the remarkable legacy of Barb Sheppard, whose lifelong dedication to serving others touched countless lives across Central Alberta. By contributing, you’re supporting life-changing services and continuing Barb’s mission of compassion and community empowerment.
Barb Sheppard is a long-term resident of the city of Red Deer who is known for her dedication to serving her fellow community members, especially those most at-risk, through both her personal and professional pursuits. Barb started her career in Red Deer in the mid-1970’s as a residential aide working with developmentally disabled adults at the Michener Center, and while her career path took a different route, she maintained her service to this population as a board member of the Society of Parents and Friends of Michener Center for almost 2 decades.
In the 1980’s Barb embarked on, what was at the time, a new industry, the career development field, where she spent almost 40 years helping individuals with barriers to employment seek, secure and maintain meaningful careers. Barb’s contributions to the career development field in Red Deer are extensive. She worked as an employment consultant at both Excel Career Services and Employment Placement and Support Services before opening her own business, Career Assistance Network which she operated from 1996 until her retirement in 2016.
Through her efforts 1000’s of individuals in the Central Alberta region have experienced increased confidence and self-sufficiency through employment.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Barb’s passion for supporting and serving others is evident in her contributions to numerous community organizations and boards.
Member of Safe Harbour Society, 2008 – 2016
Member of Society of Parents & Friends of Michener Center, 2001 – 2016
Member board of directors, Canadian Mental Health, 2001 – 2004
Vice chairman, board of directors, Michener Centre, 1998 – 2001
Friends of the Raiders Parent Advisory Committee, 1993 – 1995
Scouts Canada, youth leader & regional trainer, 20+ years
Barb’s extensive contributions to the citizens of Red Deer have been acknowledged through various awards and commendations including the Premiere’s Award of Excellence and the 2009 Woman of Excellence Award. Barb will always be remembered as an exceptional service provider who dedicated her career to serving others and for her passion to assist the most vulnerable among us.
Ways to Give
DONATE ONLINE, OR IN PERSON
One-Time Monetary Donation – you can make a onetime monetary contribution in any amount that you wish. We will ensure you receive a tax receipt at the time of your donation.
Recurring Monetary Donation – you can setup a recurring amount that you would like to donate and we will ensure a donation receipt is mailed out annually.
Memorial/Planned Giving – you can donate in celebration of a loved one or as a lasting legacy contribution We can accept check, cash, debit, credit and e-transfers. Donations can be made by stopping in at our main office or by completing the online donation form below. All donations will be kept confidential unless you would like to be recognized on our website.
