Donor Spotlight
Chanda Pacholuk and Allen Gage say they became very interested in donating to food security initiatives as the cost of food began to soar in recent years. Donating to the Food Security Fund means their gift will have the greatest reach by being pooled with other donors’ gifts, then granted strategically to numerous food security organizations with the greatest need.
“Giving back to our community is very important to us,” they said. “The Victoria Foundation has introduced us to several organizations working in [food security] that were not initially on our radar – a reminder that there are so many great entities working hard in our community that need funding. The Foundation has a deep understanding of who they are and how donors can help.”


Impact Spotlight
The 9-10 Club Serving Soup to the Hungry is just one of many food security charities that has received grant funding, thanks to donors like Chanda and Allen. In 2022, the Club was given funding to help with the costs of serving over 32,000 meals to Greater Victoria residents facing food insecurity. On average, the program serves up to 120 people per day, and operational costs have increased significantly with general inflation and the rise of food prices.
“The Victoria Foundation grant has helped the program not only serve at-risk community residents but also address a significant increase in client need,” said a 9-10 Club worker.