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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Victoria Foundation – 85 Years and Counting
It all started with such humble beginnings: one person, with a commitment to community service and the simple idea of starting an organization with…
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Victoria Foundation Marks 85 Years of Giving to Community
This year marks the 85th anniversary of the Victoria Foundation, which has been striving to make our community a vibrant, caring community for all since…
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2021 Board of Directors and Committee Changes
Welcome We would like to welcome Karen Cameron to our Board of Directors. Karen is a Chartered Professional Accountant, and a founding Partner in…
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YOU are a COVID Hero
Victoria Foundation, and the community of donors and organizations behind the Rapid Relief Fund received three awards during the month of December 2020 – which…
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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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Applications open until November 30!
Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants (R-NSG) are available across the Greater Victoria region to support small scale individual-led community projects that comply with social/physical distancing guidelines…
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Round 2 Applications Open for Emergency Community Support Fund
VICTORIA, BC October 5, 2020 – United Way Greater Victoria (UWGV) and the Victoria Foundation are partnering again to distribute an additional $685,000 to local…
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Your Kindness Changed Everything
When COVID-19 arrived in our community, your kindness changed everything. You helped us collect over 15,000 donations from individuals, families, and businesses to support 97…
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Youth Financial Well-being: COVID-19 Considerations
COVID-19 has disrupted our normal flows of information and left us with more questions about the future. Join us for virtual conversations on Youth Financial…
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