Vancouver Foundation

They say every picture tells a story. And every story helps bring to life the impact philanthropy has on individuals, families and communities (including that community's animals and its environment).

At Vancouver Foundation we collect stories that will hopefully inspire you to want to give back to your community.

Our stories are told from the point of view of those who give and hold funds with us, as well as from the perspective of those who receive support through Vancouver Foundation grants.

Fundholder Stories

These stories illustrate just a few of the innovative and innumerable ways donors are making a difference through Vancouver Foundation.

Community Stories

At Vancouver Foundation we are fortunate to experience, on a daily basis, caring people working together to build stronger communities. Seeing our grants in action is what inspires us, and we hope these stories inspire you.

Connecting the pieces Sometimes you can go on a journey of discovery, only to find that what you were seeking was something you left behind [More]
Life Lessons What do you do after teaching 10,000 students? Well, if you’re June Wilson, you help even more kids learn. [More]
Full Steam Ahead The Royal Hudson finds a new home in Squamish where it serves as a regal reminder of Canada's railway heritage [More]
Giving Back Gord MacDougall is the new chair of the VF Board. But he’s a veteran when it comes to giving back to the community [More]
a pink bag of cash In this age of high-speed, hi-tech banking ... some people prefer the simple method. [More]
A North Shore girl Though she no longer competes, Karen Magnussen continues to have an impact on Canadian figure skating, as a coach and fundraiser. [More]
Measures of success Faye Wightman shares some of the lessons learned in three decades of working in the charitable sector, and finds she has something in common with Albert Einstein. [More]
A Bolt of Botz A high-energy Crown Prosecutor turns her enthusiasm and drive to the community [More]
The Longworth Legacy Tribute to a teacher [More]
Keeping up with the Joneses Windsor Plywood has grown throughout western Canada. So has the company's support for charities. [More]

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Secret Caregivers This is the secret world of youth caregivers, a world in which home becomes a prison. [More]
A dramatic entrance Seduction. That’s what VanDusen Botanical Garden is aiming for with the new $19.4-million Visitor Centre. [More]
Sasha's voice Coping with brain injury [More]
A roof over their heads Surrey Rent Bank’s loans of last resort help struggling families pay the rent [More]
Food for thought Dishing up nutritional information in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside [More]
Independent and connected Volunteer drivers keep Langley seniors mobile [More]
Collingwood kids go digital Telling stories, with the help of a neighbourhood small grant. [More]
More than muffins Nothing breaks down barriers of difference quite like cooking and eating together. [More]
Against all odds A commitment to youth leadership and personal courage mark Cia Ramirez as a powerful role model with a bright future [More]
eco ideas Youth-driven projects are greening Vancouver Neighbourhoods [More]