Barb Lindner Coates

Executive Director at Dan's Legacy @DansLegacyBC Storyteller, animal lover, incorrect spelling fixer. [email protected]

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On Saturday, November 16, 118 guests gathered for our 11th Annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner.

Together, we raised an amazing $77,685 to support at-risk youth!

These funds will go towards our trauma-informed, no-barrier counselling programs and our new "Build a Kitchen" campaign.

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Celebrate and support Dan’s Legacy at its Chefs’ Charity Dinner in New West https://t.co/xX2qkVjFD7

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Any youth 18-25 interested in our no-fee job skills training programs (or counselling support) can self-refer on our website.

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Thanks for the feature story! @GlobalDurant @GlobalBC

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Global BC came down to visit Dan’s Diner to learn all about our food recovery initiatives, job-skills training programs, and how it all comes together to serve delicious and affordable meals to our community.

Stay tuned to Global BC over the next few weeks for the full story.

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Full blog post here: https://t.co/a6uNSTWgLq

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Join us for a night of live entertainment, a silent auction, impactful stories, and a gourmet dinner by amazing Chefs!

Proceeds support our trauma-informed counselling programs for at-risk youth.

Get your tickets today at https://t.co/8gGap5qTb4

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We’re honoured to have been selected as a finalist for this award! Looking forward to seeing everyone at the event on Sept 24 and congratulations to all the other nominees 🎉🎉

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A huge thanks to Gardens4Kids for dropping off fresh kale from their community garden plot!

We’re so grateful for the support, and can’t wait to incorporate them into our meals.

Gardens4Kids strives to get children interested in gardening. Learn more at https://t.co/Jspcsa4QjW

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August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. It’s also Dan’s birthday.

In 2006 we lost him to an accidental overdose. Dan’s Legacy was founded in his memory. #TogetherWeCan work to #EndOverdose

Refer yourself for free counselling services here: https://t.co/WACUGtJLKj

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We had an amazing time riding along Vancouver’s iconic Seawall and enjoyed a lovely lunch! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this perfect day of cycling, great conversations, and delicious food.

For more information, check out our latest blog: https://t.co/f1kE8ASiMW

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Are you looking for an opportunity to have a direct and meaningful impact on youth mental health and community safety?

We have a vacancy on our Board of Directors for a Secretary, one of four executive level positions.

Email [email protected]

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On June 26, 2024, we held our AGM and shared our Annual Report which featured our collective achievements over the past year.

Take a look: https://t.co/3wZUYzpLDY

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This National Indigenous Peoples Day, read about the Welcome Pole Figure Carving project at @collingwoodnh, an initiative we were honoured to help facilitate.

Take a look: https://t.co/8nOyshW3kN

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Around 30% of our clients identify as LGBTQ2S+, and we're incredibly proud of our commitment to support them and the ongoing work we do to help those who reach out to us.

Check out our latest blog post to learn more: https://t.co/EctR3JWD51

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Today is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Dan’s Legacy proudly stands in support of the LGBTQ2S+ community and we reaffirm our commitment to this year’s theme by ensuring that no one is left behind.

Learn more at https://t.co/Jc98JYvyqD

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More people facing food insecurity issues will get help thanks to the purchase of a refrigerated truck which will collect and distribute donated food.

@SukhiBathMotors donated $20,000 of the purchase price. We thank them for their generosity.

Learn more: https://t.co/Zb2fbNo8B2

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Mental Health Week runs from May 6 – May 12. This year, the theme focuses on compassion, and @CMHA_NTL is inviting everyone to start a conversation about how compassion connects.

Learn more: https://t.co/r6dx1P7YoF

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