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85th Anniversary: The Grants – from $7,000 a year to $2M a month!

Posted as News Post on April 29, 2021 in General

Since 1936 the generosity and commitment of our community has enabled the Victoria Foundation to fulfill its vision of connecting people who care with causes…

Picking up the Stitches

Posted as Post on April 28, 2021 in General, Philanthropy

Article by Sara Neely, Director of Philanthropic Services. Published in The Scrivener – Spring 2021 Volume 30 Number 1. Sourdough bread. Raised gardens. Planting from…

Tags: Charities, COVID, covid-19, Non Profits, Recovery, Support, The Scrivener, Unraveling

Comment: Working together to get through the pandemic

Posted as News Post on February 10, 2021 in Foundation News, General

Published in the Times Colonist – February 10, 2021 A commentary by Sandra Richardson, CEO of the Victoria Foundation. I read with interest, Gwyn Morgan’s…

Tags: Community, Gwyn Morgan, Non Profits, Support, Times Colonist

Victoria Foundation distributes $300K towards the advancement of gender equality

Posted as News Post on January 21, 2021 in General

Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Foundation is distributing $300,000 to 12 organizations to support ambitious local projects working towards the advancement of gender equality. This…

A Holiday Greeting from the Victoria Foundation

Posted as Blog Post on December 22, 2020 in General

Please enjoy a special holiday message from Victoria Foundation CEO Sandra Richardson, as she takes the opportunity to thank all of you for your support…

$735,000 in Emergency Community Support Fund Grants

Posted as News Post on December 10, 2020 in General

United Way Greater Victoria and the Victoria Foundation are investing $735,000 in 41 local charities to help them serve the immediate needs of populations who…

So with that, I say see you all soon.

Posted as Blog Post on December 7, 2020 in General

I’ve been reflecting on working in Victoria and the region, the organizations and people who I’ve had the opportunity and privilege to collaborate and work…

Vital Signs: COVID-19 Pandemic Brings Big Changes to How Residents Perceive Region

Posted as News Post on November 5, 2020 in General

Victoria, BC – In Greater Victoria, 51 per cent of residents have felt a decline in their mental health due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and…

Thank you to our sponsors!

Posted as Blog Post on November 2, 2020 in Foundation News, General, Victoria News

Existing and new businesses in our community are a vital and enriching thread in the economic, social, and cultural fabric of our region. We would…

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2020 Victoria’s Vital Signs Launch

Posted as Blog Post on October 30, 2020 in General

Welcome to the launch of the 2020 Victoria’s Vital Signs! Our broadcast will begin here live at 9am on Thursday, November 5. Starting November 5,…