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Notice of Annual General Meeting
Posted November 8th, 2010 by bcsvpPlease join us for our Annual General Meeting to be held at Hycroft on Wednesday, June 20 from 5:30-9PM. We are still working on details for the evening but it’s never too late to get it on your calendar.
This event is for Partners only.
Announcing BC SVP's newest Grantee - Athletics for Kids (A4K)
Posted March 9th, 2010 by bcsvpIt is estimated that 1 in 3 Canadian children cannot afford to enrol in amateur sports. Athletics for Kids (A4K) is a registered charity based in North Vancouver that aims to remove the social and financial barriers preventing financially disadvantaged youth from participating in amateur sport. Approved applicants have 80% of their base registration fees paid for by A4K up to an annual maximum of $600 per child.
Digital Fundraising
Posted March 2nd, 2010 by bcsvpWith the continued explosion of social networks and connected smartphones, giving has increasingly gone digital. If the recent crisis in Haiti is any example, this new fundraising tactic can yield amazing results. This is all highlighted by the millions and millions raised from text messages and online donations, all within a couple of days.
Interested in Becoming a Partner?
Posted December 16th, 2009 by bcsvpIf the idea of donating your talents as well as your funds is of interest to you, please roam around this site to learn more about SVP.
We are a group of dedicated business people interested in working together to help address some of our community's most pressing issues. Currently, we are focused on ensuring happy, healthy , productive lives for children and their families. If you want to join us, please call Executive Director, Cindy Pandini at 604.568.9420.
