Since 2003, over 800 students in school leadership classes, youth advisory committees, and more have taken part in the Vital Youth program, which engages them in the world of philanthropy....
Vital Youth Articles
Vital Youth empowers Greater Victoria students in philanthropy
Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Foundation’s Vital Youth program has wrapped up for another year, with students taking a break from the books to give back to their community. “It is truly...
Coast Capital Power of Youth: Giving Hearts Workshop
As part of National Philanthropy day offerings, The Coast Capital Power of Youth: Giving Hearts Workshop gave 306 youth under 25 from across Vancouver Island the opportunity to complete a...
Guest Blog: Vital Youth are making an impact in their community
Last year, Josh and I, along with a few other students at our school, had the opportunity to participate in the Vital Youth program run by the Victoria Foundation. Through this program,...
Youth Financial Well-Being: Summary Report
On July 16 and 23, 2020, Greater Victoria community members came together for two Youth Vital Conversations about youth financial well-being in our region. In the 2019 Victoria Vital Signs...
Vital Youth program allows for a transference of power
The Vital Youth program allows for a transference of power — Zahura Ahmed As someone new to the Victoria Foundation, one of my roles is to lead the Vital Youth program. This program offers...
Youth Financial Well-being: COVID-19 Considerations
COVID-19 has disrupted our normal flows of information and left us with more questions about the future. Join us for virtual conversations on Youth Financial Well-being, to connect with...
Guest blog: Breakfast2Music
One in six Victoria children arrive at school with empty tummies. That statistic means too many hungry kids. Hungry kids who can’t focus. Hungry kids who can’t learn. The consequences can be...






