GIVE THE GIFT OF BRIGHTER TOMORROWS
Winter can be a particularly difficult time for people who are struggling—whether that’s a family who is worried about being able to make ends meet, a survivor trying to find help, or a youth without somewhere safe to sleep. Many children, youth, and families don’t have the tools and resources they need and are just doing what they can to survive.
At Family Services of Greater Vancouver, we’re doing what we can to help them thrive. For a lot of our clients, this means taking a wrap-around, big picture approach to providing support—every day of the year.
This holiday season, you can give the gift of brighter tomorrows.
Our goal is to raise $250,000 to fund critical FSGV programs in 2026. Your support today means we can support one more unhoused youth, one more family in need, and one more survivor of violence.
OUR IMPACT IN 2024
12K+
people supported
5,000+
hours of volunteer support
40K+
free meals and snacks served to vulnerable youth
15k+
hours walked alongside survivors
$2.48M+
of new income accessed by individuals
WHO YOU CAN HELP
YOUTH
FSGV supports homeless youth 24/7/365. You can help give young people a sense of security when they have nowhere else to turn.
Youth came through the doors of the Directions Drop-In Centre more than 23,000 times last year. Each night at Directions Youth Services, there’s a hot dinner, beds in our shelter program, and access to shower and laundry facilities. Each week, we have additional support services for housing, life skills, and job training, as well as 2SLGBTQIA+, arts, and cultural programming.
Select “Youth Fund” to support youth experiencing homelessness.
FAMILIES
Raising a family is hard work. You can ensure families in crisis have access to unbiased financial coaching so they get the tools they need to make ends meet.
Everyone needs a helping hand sometimes, and our breadth of programming supports families through family counselling, parenting groups, Financial Empowerment, and more. Last year, we helped more than 3,300 people gain financial skills so that they could feel more empowered with their money.
Select “Families Fund” to support families in crisis.
SURVIVORS
Gender-based violence is an epidemic. FSGV walks with survivors on their journey and you can help give survivors access to free long-term counselling.
At FSGV, we know every victim’s experience is unique. If a survivor is still in the thick of it, we’re able to walk alongside them with Victim Support Services. If a survivor is ready to face the wounds of the past, our experienced, compassionate counsellors are there to help them heal. For child, youth, or adult survivors, FSGV is there, every step of the way.
Select “Survivors Fund” to support survivors of violence.
2025 SPONSORS
INSPIRATION
HOPE
COMMUNITY
MEDIA
Other Ways to be a Caring Neighbour
Volunteer at Directions
Serve a hot meal at Directions Youth Services. Corporate groups are welcome for a volunteer shift serving breakfast or dinner this holiday season and year-round. Contact [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity for team building and giving back.
Fundraise with your Colleagues
Workplace campaigns come in all shapes and sizes. Donate a portion of sales at your store, set up a donation drive, or collect cash donations to give as a team. Contact [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity for team building and giving back.
If you’re looking to add some cheer to holidays and donate to charity, Family Services of Greater Vancouver (FSGV) is a great place to give during the season of giving. FSGV is a Canadian charity that has supported vulnerable children, youth, and families since 1928. More than only a family charity, our portfolio of supports is broad; by giving to FSGV you can donate to families in need, homeless youth, and survivors of gender based violence. FSGV programs include Victim Services, Trauma Counselling, Financial Empowerment, Family Counselling, and supports for homeless youth. Your charitable donation makes our work possible, and every monetary gift is eligible for a charitable donation tax credit. For a look at some of the charitable impact your gift has, check our our latest Annual Report. For more information on our charitable giving options, you can explore our Giving page or get in touch with us directly at: [email protected]