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Stories of community impact in the local media

Every day, heroes in the capital region are working tirelessly to strengthen the health and wellbeing of our community. The Victoria Foundation is proud to partner with local media outlets to uplift journalism in our region and spotlight the tremendous impact charitable organizations are making.

3 simple ways to make a difference, close to home

Dec 09, 2025 in Gadsden Initiative, Philanthropy

A list of ways you can give back meaningfully to your community in the new year, including through volunteering, the Gadsden Initiative, and through Community Action Funds.

People wearing funky helmets ride on motorcycles down the street.

Helmet Heads Canada toy drive in high demand, but donations dropping

Nov 30, 2025 in Health and Wellness

The annual Helmet Heads Canada toy drive, bringing toys to children and teens in Vancouver Island hospitals, is facing a drastic drop in donations.

B.C Ferries’ Otter Bay terminal on Pender Island.

Neighbourhood house making a difference throughout the southern Gulf Islands

Nov 30, 2025 in Belonging and Engagement

Based on Pender Island, the Southern Gulf Islands Neighbourhood House supports islanders on Galiano, Mayne and Saturna islands.

Employees at the Oaklands Community Centre hold up a pride flag together.

Food programs for LGBTQ people helped by Victoria Foundation

Nov 30, 2025 in Belonging and Engagement

A $20,000 grant this year from the Victoria Foundation has helped the Oaklands Community Association’s Queer Community Dinner continue.

Sandra Richardson speaks at a podium in front of a Victoria Foundation banner.

Sandra Richardson: We are all architects of belonging

Nov 30, 2025 in Sandra Richardson

The Victoria Foundation’s new Civil Society Impact Study “Architects of Belonging” measures the economic and social impacts of the civil society sector in the capital region.

Gadsden Initiative members network with each other at the Soap For Hope warehouse.

Learn first, give back later: A new way for locals to explore causes in Victoria they care about

Nov 26, 2025 in Gadsden Initiative

Becoming a Gadsden Initiative member is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the capital region.

Jacqueline Neligan smiles for the camera.

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