As local organizations continue to recover from the significant impacts of COVID-19, the Victoria Foundation is offering a $3+ million boost to those efforts B次元官网网址� initiatives that will support some of the regionB次元官网网址檚 most affected, and most vulnerable.
The will help 142 organizations on Southern Vancouver Island weather the impacts of the pandemic, with more than $3.13 million in grants distributed.
As eligible organizations in the Capital Region chart their course forward, the flexible, general operating fund grants will help provide financial security both today, and tomorrow.
In turn, organizations can continue providing much-needed services and programs, and support resiliency among the charitable sector generally.
After a season without performances, the Kaleidoscope Theatre, for example, is taking the theatre experience outside with free, accessible, outdoor theatre for children and families that celebrates diversity, promotes equality and provides meaningful connection to support mental wellbeing.
B次元官网网址淲e are so grateful for the support of the Community Recovery Program. This support allows Kaleidoscope to provide meaningful and accessible theatrical experiences for young people in our region, while employing local artists, many who have been out of work since the start of the pandemic,B次元官网网址� says Pat Rundell, Executive Director of Kaleidoscope Theatre.
Of the total $3,132,457 grants distributed, just over $920,000 has come from local donors from Donor Advised Funds, or through the Community Action Funds, which allow donors to direct their contributions directly to specific issue areas, from the arts to mental health to ongoing pandemic recovery through the Rapid Relief Fund.
B次元官网网址淐OVID-19 has brought significant impacts to organizations across the region, and the generosity of our donors has allowed the Foundation to provide this vital funding in support of those in the non-profit sector that are working hard to meet the needs of our region now and in the future,B次元官网网址� says Sandra Richardson, Victoria Foundation Chief Executive Officer.
Moving forward, the Foundation will continue to evaluate funding opportunities based on community need as the pandemic evolves. To support these ongoing efforts, donate to the Community Action Funds at
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