Article by Sara Neely, Director of Philanthropic Services. Published in The Scrivener – Spring 2021 Volume 30 Number 1. Sourdough bread. Raised gardens. Planting from…
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Your Guide to Giving: Designated and Discretionary Funds
Similar to our donor advised fund where the capital of the donation is invested in permanence, our designated or discretionary funds provide ongoing, annual funding…
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Did you know you have Will Power?
Only 5% of Canadians leave a gift in their Will to charity. While 86% of Canadians know they can make a charitable gift in their…
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Your Guide to Giving: The Donor Advised Fund
The most popular fund that is established at the Victoria Foundation is a donor advised fund which provides the donor with flexible, personal involvement in…
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Your Guide to Giving: Starting a Fund at the Victoria Foundation
There are many reasons why one would establish a fund with us. Some people view it as an opportunity to give back in return for…
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Community Recovery Program Distributes Over $2.3 Million to Local Organizations Impacted by COVID-19
A distribution of over $2.3 million from the Victoria Foundation’s Community Recovery Program will help 126 organizations on Southern Vancouver Island weather the impacts of…
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Rapid Relief Fund Disbursements
Just as the money was raised quickly, Rapid Relief Fund donations have been distributed to those in need equally as fast. Below is a listing…
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Island talent raises funds in ‘Living Room’ concert on Friday
Originally printed in the Times Colonist on April 14, 2020. Some of Vancouver Island’s top musical talent will be coming together — virtually, of course…
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Sandra Richardson: Citizens step up in time of need
What a difference a day makes. It’s a cliché, but I’m not sure I’ve ever been more aware of how true it can be. And…
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Local Grocers and Victoria Foundation Raise $32,112 to Support Food Rescue Project
VICTORIA, BC – At a time of great need in our community, Greater Victoria residents have reached deep to help support the Island Food Caring…
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