WestVanFoundation

Working with community leaders, partners, and philanthropists to fund and support projects that foster inclusion, belonging, and community vibrance.

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Give Where You Live is an exciting giving campaign that empowers you to join others in West Vancouver & the North Shore in supporting a select group of local charities. https://t.co/LRfVm6OIWf

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Give Where You Live is an exciting giving campaign that empowers you to join others in supporting a select group of local charities.
Learn more about the needs on the North Shore.
https://t.co/tAHW1gXbVG

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Our 2023 Highlights Report is available online now.

Last year we granted over $800k through our grant programs and opened 7 new funds.

Read more about our 2023 highlights: https://t.co/zbhRZ5woLR

#LocalImpact #WestVan #NorthShore

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Join the @WestVanFdn and the West Vancouver Memorial Library for a free session on Wills and Estate planning, presented by Nicole Garton of @HeritageLaw this Wed, Jan 24th at 3:30 pm.

Register for this free event at https://t.co/Olwszx7jrl

#WillPower #EstatePlanning

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

This year there were 33 Neighbourhood Small grants issued to residents for free community-building events. On Dec 16 there is one final project for this year, a free Community Concert in Lions Bay. Register here: https://t.co/R8Ap49qkYd

#Community #FreeEvents #LionsBay

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

@OceanAmbCanada, a past grant recipient, is offering free webinars to offices in Metro Vancouver, including the North Shore, on 'reducing single-use item waste' for your office. Once you have a group of 5 or more staff, book your own personal webinar. https://t.co/O3nkTNVgZh

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Today is #GivingTuesday - a global movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities. Learn more about local charity programs https://t.co/LRfVm6Ob6H

#GiveWhereYouLive #GiveLocal #NorthShore #WestVan

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday, a movement that encourages people to do good and express their generosity.

Donate to one of our Give Where You Live partners by Dec 31st, through the Foundation, and your donation will be matched - doubling your giving!

https://t.co/LRfVm6OIWf

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

The groundbreaking ceremony for the West Van Place for Sport happened today! We were happy to see so many familiar faces, and so many people that were instrumental in getting this project started.

Construction is scheduled be complete by winter 2025.

https://t.co/1QXmK2jd4s

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

The @nsmba97 is constructing a new multi-use trail (hiking and uphill cycling only) and once completed they plan to add meaningful Indigenous art.

Donations to the Indigenous Trail Enhancement Project will be matched, when you donate by Dec 31.

https://t.co/CjuYjvoOcJ

[Ocean Ambassadors @OceanAmbCanada]

Happy #NationalEntrepreneursDay! To help you take your office to the next level of sustainability, Ocean Ambassadors offers free, 45-minute, interactive webinars to offices across Metro Vancouver! Visit our online booking calendar to secure a spot: https://t.co/MSUbxKN644.

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Today is #PhilanthropyDay - we celebrate the charitable work that EVERYONE does to make a difference and create impact in our community. This includes the incredible work the nine GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE charity partners are doing on the North Shore.

https://t.co/nhJ7585noi

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

This summer we held ‘Vital Conversations’ with 40+ North Shore non-profits, to hear what they are experiencing in their work.

Read about these insights in our new report, available online now.

https://t.co/DQ0psQBYKA

#VitalSigns #NorthShore

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Join us online Nov 14 for the 2023 North Shore Vital Signs report release. The Report reflects what we heard from over 40 North Shore agencies that participated in the Vital Conversations, where they shared what they are experiencing.

Register here: https://t.co/uNEgqHiUb0

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

Our 2023 Give Where You Live campaign is now open. This community-giving program creates an opportunity for individuals to learn more about local charity programs and donate to support them.

Learn more about the needs right here on the North Shore.

https://t.co/UfbBjiBT2W

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

@FerryBGallery received a grant for their Reflecting on Home exhibit. This project brought about social connectedness, a sense of belonging, and community connection. Read more about it here: https://t.co/ZPXLqm7PJv

The current exhibit is Dreamscapes, running until Nov 12th.

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

As the cool weather hits the North Shore, local non-profit organizations and the individuals who depend on their vital services are feeling the cold. If you have gently-used winter jackets that you no longer use, now is the time to donate them.

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

@DundaraveFest has been a West Van tradition and you can be part of the celebration. Your group or business can sponsor a tree and have fun decorating it for everyone to enjoy.

This festival supports @lookoutsociety and is a Community Grant recipient.

https://t.co/lz6vZteYpU

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

As a community foundation, we exist to improve the quality of life in our community today and forever, and a big part of that is creating a sense of belonging for everyone in the community.

Learn more: https://t.co/zRFF9Z9XpY

#belonging #community #communityfoundation

[WestVanFoundation @WestVanFdn]

The North Shore Celtic Ensemble (NSCE) is the lower mainland’s largest youth music program specializing in folk and fiddle music. In 2022 they received a Community Grant to video their winter concert.

Read more about the group and this project: https://t.co/yPi2SfGLj8