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Vital Youth 2013
May 24 2013 - 9:05am
This week we celebrated the close of another successful year of our Vital Youth program. Vital Youth grants this year total $20,000 – 20 individual grants to 18 different local charitable organizations.
Introducing the Community Food Security Roadmap
May 17 2013 - 3:33pm
We are proud to release a collective food security regional vision shared by funders and stakeholders with whom we consulted over the past three months. Where does your organization fit in this picture? Place yourself on the map by contacting the CR FAIR today. This vision will guide our granting for 2014.
LifeCycles Urban Agriculture Hub: Connecting for a Food-Secure Community
May 10 2013 - 8:36am
LifeCycles’ Urban Agriculture Hub connects community members and groups with the knowledge and support necessary to create food sustainability possibble in their neighbourhoods.
LEAVE A LEGACY Table Talks - May 4
Apr 16 2013 - 2:01pm
In recognition of LEAVE A LEGACY month, the local LEAVE A LEGACY Committee will be hosting a free half-day event on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre. This event is for the general public to learn about estate planning, Wills and Power of Attorney, and the impact of legacy giving.
Call for Grant Applications
Feb 14 2013 - 10:43am
The deadline to submit applications for funding from the Lex Reynolds Adoption and Permanency Trust Fund is 4:00pm, April 15, 2013.
Online Assessment of Your Board's Performance - Simple, Effective and Inexpensive
Jan 31 2013 - 10:53am
Many larger organisations have their own board assessment processes, but fewer smaller ones do. Where do you start to evaluate your board’s effectiveness?
A Charity as Beneficiary of the Estate - Part 2
Jan 11 2013 - 9:52am
Sara Neely, LLB, CRFE, discusses leaving a gift to charity in a Will. The article addresses the role of the charity as the beneficiary of the estate.
A Charity as Beneficiary of the Estate - Part 1
Jan 11 2013 - 9:35am
Sara Neely, LLB, CRFE, discusses leaving a gift to charity in a Will. The article addresses the role of the charity as the beneficiary of the estate.
Putting the Profit Back into Not-for-Profits
Dec 6 2012 - 9:23am
Astute donors seek organizations that are able to demonstrate their effectiveness and show accountability, no matter how admirable the NFP’s mission. Here are five things you can do right now to improve your NFP’s effectiveness and efficiency.
Does Victoria have a bright food future? Yes…if you can afford it.
Nov 22 2012 - 3:52pm
When it comes to food, will Victoria be a good place for future generations? Yes…if you can afford it. Unfortunately, I’m not sure everyone will be sharing in the bounty. Read more...
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Victoria's Youth Vital Signs 2012
During the past three years youth age 15 – 24 were asked for their opinions on issues that are critical to their quality of life. They were open and engaged in the process and the comments they provided shaped the survey for 2012. Read the report here...
Vital Youth 2013
This week we celebrated the close of another successful year of our Vital Youth program. Vital Youth grants this year total $20,000 – 20 individual grants to 18 different local charitable organizations.
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