SVP Vancouver
Last week, SVP Partners rolled up their sleeves to support the BC Society of Transition Houses (BCSTH) in a way that’s uniquely SVP: by listening, sharing ideas, and finding the places where experience, networks, and insights can help a nonprofit grow. The evening was all about the “strengthen” part of our model; deepening BCSTH’s connection … Read more
At SVP, home is where the innovation is! We’re excited to share that SVP Vancouver has a new home at Nimbus Synergies’ The GENERATOR. The GENERATOR isn’t just an office, it’s a one-of-a-kind startup hub exclusively designed for early-stage health-tech ventures. They provide a nurturing space and a vibrant community, completely free of charge. Our … Read more
Last week marked the opening of BabyGoRound’s new Cloverdale location, a critical and much-needed expansion made possible through an Early Years Innovation Fund grant from SVP Vancouver. Since their initial partnership with us in 2019, BabyGoRound has seen an 185% increase in the number of families they support through in-person appointments, helping 2,000 families in … Read more
Every year, First Call BC releases their BC Child Poverty Report Card. This month we invite you to read the report that came out in late November 2024, covering 2022 data. Our sectors look to this report card for a deeper understanding of the state of child poverty in our province. Direct service organisations in … Read more
Congratulations to Fresh Roots founders, Ilana Labow and Marc Schutzbank, for being recognized for their impact with the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The medal was presented to them by MP Jenny Kwan, and it celebrates the dedication and contributions of community leaders who have made a lasting impact on Canadian society. We love seeing … Read more
November 15 is National Philanthropy Day, and we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible contributions of our SVP Vancouver community: Partners and Lead Partners, SVP Vancouver staff, Investee and Alumni organizations, and volunteers from across our network who are dedicated to helping B.C. kids thrive. Across B.C., children are facing mounting barriers to … Read more
Promise Vancouver focuses on instilling hope in under-resourced children and youth in the Downtown Eastside (DTES), one of Canada’s most complex inner-city neighbourhoods. Promise Vancouver engages students in the DTES from grades 1 through 12 with year-round programs that empower them to learn, play, and grow.
We’re thrilled to introduce you to a new Investee to SVP Vancouver: Transform the Family Justice System (TFJS) Collaborative. They joined the SVP Vancouver community earlier this year and are the recipients of a microgrant for their North Island Early Years Family Justice project.
Introducing the newest member of the SVP community! Girls Who LEAP (GWL) was selected as a recipient of an SVP Vancouver microgrant to support their strategic planning process.
Meet Meagan Sutton, an expert in evaluation and impact with over 15 years of experience working with nonprofits and social enterprises around the world.
