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 supports – every day of the year.
This holiday season, you can give the gift of brighter tomorrows.
OUR IMPACT IN 2023
12K+
people empowered
118K+
hours with clients
39K+
free meals and snacks served to vulnerable youth
16
survivors of high-risk violence and trauma served every week
$2.1M+
of new income accessed by low-income clients
Now through the end of the year, Amazon is matching your donation for up to $50,000. In practical terms, this means if you give $50, we get $100.
WHO YOU CAN HELP
YOUTH EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
For homeless youth, you can help give them the security of knowing where their next meal is coming from.
Each year, we support more than 1,000 unhoused and at-risk youth. 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 Services Fund” to support youth experiencing homelessness.
FAMILIES IN CRISIS
For families in crisis, you can help give them financial coaching and guidance accessing benefits so they can 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. Each year, we’re there for more than 4,600 families when they need a helping hand.
Select “Healthier Families Fund” to support families in crisis.
SURVIVORS OF VIOLENCE
For survivors of violence, you can help give them access to free counselling and supports to heal.
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. Whether we’re talking about a child, youth, or adult, FSGV is there for survivors.
Select “Empowerment Fund” to support survivors of violence.
$50 becomes $100
helps buy groceries to serve 30 youth a hot dinner
$100 becomes $200
provides families access to 2 financial coaching sessions
$250 becomes $500
provides group counselling for trauma survivors and minimizes service waitlists
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Other Ways to be a Caring Neighbour
Buy a Lily Lou Aroma Hot Chocolate Candle
Calling all chocolate lovers! This candle is for you. This aroma smells just like rich, decadent, warm hot chocolate with marshmallows on top. It’s sweet, warm, and super comforting. It’s the perfect winter aroma to warm up your space and remind you of cozy snow days! All our candles are 100% renewable soy wax, without any additional material, and wicked with the finest quality wooden wicks. They are vegan, non-toxic and blended with the best quality phthalate-free and paraben-free fragrances. Light one up, and let natural tranquility fill your home.
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.
THERE’S MORE TO EVERYONE’S STORIES
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Read MoreThere’s More to Harp’s Story
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Read More*Suggested donation reflects purchasing power. Funds raised through this campaign will go towards supporting FSGV’s most urgent needs and programming. For any questions about your donation, contact [email protected].
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]