United Way Southern Vancouver Island

I am so glad to hear that the government of Canada has extended the dates for charitable donations this year! This makes a significant difference for donors as we wait for the backlog of donations to be processed after the national postal strike. If you are thinking of donating to your charity of choice - now is the time! consider the United Way Southern Vancouver Island as we support local initiatives https://lnkd.in/gmJ9BCbP

This holiday season, we thank those who have already given. Are you someone who can spare a bit more for your community? If you make a donation before midnight on Dec 31, we will double it. Thank you to our generous long-time supporters Sandra and Peter Powell for partnering with us to offer a $59,000 matching gift. And please don’t forget that December is also a practical time to give. Donations made before December 31 qualify for tax credits in this calendar year, which can reduce your income tax bill. Use the final days of the year to maximize your financial benefits while doing good. Make a donation today, and let’s close out this year with compassion, connection, and hope for the year ahead. Find out more: uwsvi.ca/foodforthought/

Happy Holidays, everyone! Our office will close today at 12 PM and reopen on Friday, December 27th to give our team time to enjoy the festive season. From all of us at United Way Southern Vancouver Island, we wish you a joyful ❄️ Winter Solstice, 🕎 Hanukkah, 🕯️ Kwanzaa, 🎄 Christmas, 🌟 New Year, and every celebration that makes this season special!

Terry has spent years channelling his volunteer energy into making a difference in his community. His passion project, the Saturday Market, has grown from humble beginnings into a lifeline for many families. Learn how you can unite with us to support local programs that feed our community. uwsvi.ca/foodforthought/

Many in our community are going hungry. The holiday season is a time for family and friends to come together. We celebrate the season, give thanks, reflect on the past year, and share. And we often gather over meals. But not everyone in our community is able to do so. In fact, not everyone in our community can eat healthy meals on a regular basis. But it needn’t be this way. And you can play a significant helping role. Unite with us to support local programs that feed our community. Learn more: uwsvi.ca/foodforthought/

#HappyFriday, everyone! We want to take a moment to thank our incredible Campaign Associates this year. Your dedication, creativity, and unstoppable determination turned ideas into action and goals into achievements. You’ve inspired workplaces, energized communities, and, most importantly, helped brighten the future for so many in need—all while keeping things fun and upbeat. Thank you, Dawn Prysiazny, Ruby Ollivier and Christina Hunter, RPA for bringing your amazing energy and passion to everything you do. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Today, we celebrate the amazing individuals who pour their time, energy, and passion into building stronger communities. Volunteers are the heartbeat of change, spreading kindness that transforms lives and inspires others to follow their lead. Whether you're lending a hand at events, supporting local initiatives, or simply showing up for someone in need, your efforts make a world of difference. From all of us at United Way Southern Vancouver Island; thank you! 🙏

🙏✨ Thank you for making #GivingTuesday a smashing success with your generosity! We're thrilled to share that we more than matched our goals, raising $132,686 in total, including a generous $50,000 matching gift. Thank you for Uniting with us!

Today is GivingTuesday, the world’s largest generosity movement. Driven by the mindset that everyone has something to give and every act of generosity counts. As an organization built on the dedication of hundreds of volunteers and sustained by generosity of donors from the community, this day holds a special place in our hearts. To each and every volunteer, donor, and supporter, thank you! Your kindness has transformed the lives of thousands 💙 The Victoria Foundation Eldercare Foundation of Vancouver Island United Way Southern Vancouver Island Vancity Community Foundation Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller District of Oak Bay Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce Coast Capital Savings Scale Collaborative West Wind Hardwood Inc. Oak Bay Flower Shop Iron & Wood Golf Simulators Oak Bay Beach Hotel Trevor Botkin Emma Goulding

Happy #GivingTuesday everyone❤️! We invite you to join us in making a significant impact on senior's well-being in our region. Unite with us, and today, when you donate, we will double it! Learn More: uwsvi.ca/givingtuesday/