Special Projects
Vancouver Foundation also works on a variety of special projects that address the needs of our communities.
Youth Homelessness Initiative
In 2008, Vancouver Foundation targeted homelessness as its most urgent priority area. Learn how Vancouver Foundation is working with our donors to tackle this complex issue. [More]
Neighbourhood Small Grants
Strong, vibrant communities are an essential part of our province's social and economic fabric. When residents become active in their neighbourhoods, communities are strengthened from the ground up. This is the reason Vancouver Foundation's Neighbourhood Small Grants Program was created. [More]
Small Arts Grants Program
The Small Arts Program is intended for artists who demonstrate a history of original art practice, and show a vital engagement with the Downtown Eastisde community.
By partnering with Carnegie Centre, we are able to offer support directly to indviduals. The DTES seemed like a great location for the pilot program because of the number of low-income artists practicing in the area.
Our goal is to award 60 artists with grants that range from $500 t0 $1,000.
How to apply
We are now accepting applications for the second and final round of grants. [More]
Immigrant Employment Council of BC
In 2007, Vancouver Foundation identified Belonging and Leadership as one of its four core values. With financial and administrative support from Vancouver Foundation, the Immigrant Employment Council of BC was launched in 2008.
The Immigrant Employment Council of BC wants to help more skilled immigrants find work that reflects their knowledge and experience. More
Vital Signs
Vancouver Foundation's annual report card on the health and well-being of metro Vancouver. Vital Signs gathers hard data as well as opinions on indicators that assess the livability of our region area.
[Visit the Vital Signs website]
Endowment 150
Helping people with disabilities save for the future
Vancouver Foundation is offering one-time $150 contributions to Registered Disability Savings Plans. [More]
Working Together - The Government/Non-Profit Initiative
Both the provincial government and the non-profit sector recognize that by working together more can be achieved for our citizens.
To enhance these relationships and find more effective ways to support individuals and communities across BC, the Government/Non-Profit Sector Initiative was created in 2007. With financial and staff support from the Province of BC, Vancouver Foundation and other funders, the initiative aims to better meet the needs and interests of British Columbians, in the short and long term.
For more information on the Government/Non-Profit Sector Initiative click here.
