Nonprofit Organizations in Vancouver
Discover local nonprofit organizations making a difference in our community.
Special Olympics BC is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities through sport. Through the power and joy of sports, comes the ability to discover new strengths and abilities, skills and success. Special Olympics athletes find confidence, and fulfillment - on the playing field and in life. They inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential.
We provide our athletes with opportunities to train and compete in high quality year-round sport programs and competitions - local, provincial, national and international. Athletes gain more than just physical benefits from improved health and athletic abilities, they develop social skills and friendships while experiencing the joy of achieving goals and increasing their self esteem.
KidSport™ is a community-based sport-funding program established in 1993 by Sport BC. KidSport™ provides grants for children ages 18 and under to participate in a sport season of their choice. There are 40 community chapters in BC and over 165 chapters across Canada. KidSport™ works to fulfill its mission of eliminating the financial barriers to sport participation, ‘So ALL Kids Can Play!’ For more information, please visit www.kidsportcanada.ca/british-columbia.
British Columbia Rugby Union, commonly known as BC Rugby, is the recognised governing body for Rugby union in the province of British Columbia. We are a Not-For-Profit organisation and one of 60 Provincial Sport Organisations (PSOs) to receive funding from the Provincial Government. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, we welcomed over 8,000 individuals to the game and registered 61 community rugby clubs across British Columbia.
Incorporated as a non-profit society in 1935, the Hastings Community Association (HCA) works in partnership with the Vancouver Park Board to provide recreation, social, educational and cultural opportunities in the Hastings-Sunrise area. The HCA provides subsidies for low-income users and emergency financial support to community programs. Through its activities and committees, the Association ensures that the community is represented at the Centre, Templeton Park Pool and in local planning & development issues.
Our Mission:
We provide community-building programs and services that enhance peoples’ sense of
belonging and advocate for the needs of the community.
Our Vision:
Hastings-Sunrise is a healthy, vibrant, well-connected and multi-generational community
where meaningful relationships enhance community well-being.
Gymnastics BC (GymBC) is a non-profit organization that delivers competitive and recreational programs for the sport of gymnastics in British Columbia. We are responsible for the governance, promotion, and development of gymnastics in BC and are dedicated to making gymnastics an accessible sport for all.
Taekwondo Canada is the national sport organization for Taekwondo in Canada. We are the hosts of the Canada Open which is a premier international competition held annually.
Taekwondo Canada is the national sport organization for Taekwondo in Canada. We are the hosts of the Canada Open which is a premier international competition held annually.
Haro Park Centre is a campus of care community in the heart of downtown Vancouver which provides independent housing, assisted living and residential care, allowing elders the opportunity to age in place.
At Zajac Ranch for Children we work hard to ensure hundreds of children with long term medical conditions and disabilities can come to camp each summer. We share a passion for helping children and take pride in our work inspiring others within our community.
CITL is a non-profit student-run organization that aims to promote chess across Canada to players of all ages and skill levels. Through weekly chess programs held in libraries across Canada to seasonal tournaments, CITL provides an environment where anyone can come and play a casual match.
Karate BC, the recognized Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) for Karate in British Columbia, is dedicated to supporting the development of karate and fulfilling the aspirations of our members. We offer a wide range of opportunities, programs, and services throughout the province, designed to nurture talent, promote growth, and foster a community united by the spirit of karate. Join us in our mission to elevate the practice and appreciation of karate across British Columbia.
Taekwondo Canada (TC) is a National Sport Organization that oversees the practice of the sport of Taekwondo in Canada. As part of the World Taekwondo, and a member of Sport Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee, TC runs the National team and High performance Programs as well as domestic and development programs in Canada.
We are a not for profit organization.
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