A letter from the Victoria Foundation’s Board Chair, Zaman Velji As the Chair of the Board of Directors for the Victoria Foundation, it is my…
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Unraveling: New Research Reveals Vital Services in BC at Serious Risk
Non-profit organizations across BC continue to be at risk. Back in Spring 2020, the No Immunity report showed 15-19% of non-profits faced closure and 23%…
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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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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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Youth Volunteerism: Barriers and Breakthroughs
Help us kick off National Volunteer Week with this Vital Conversation! On April 8th, come celebrate young people (aged 15-29) in our region that are…
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Gail O’Riordan Memorial Fund for Music and Performing Arts
Gail O’Riordan was an extraordinary musician and teacher. She started her career on the piano at the age of 5 and quickly won competitions with…
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Help us Make it Happen!
We don’t think this will surprise you – local charities are doing some excellent work in our community. Each year we receive grant applications for…
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Celebrating generosity
On Monday, April 19, 2016, the Victoria Foundation held its annual Donor Tea at Government House, this year in honour of our 80th Anniversary. Thank you to all those who came out to share in this celebration of your generosity and the Victoria Foundation’s past, present and future.
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Having a Vital Conversation
In our communities, many are concerned we are becoming disconnected from each other, particularly as we age.
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