Nonprofit Organizations in Vancouver

Parkinson’s is more than a diagnosis – it’s a life-altering reality for more than 110,000 people living in Canada, with this number set to soar to 150,000 by 2034. Behind the numbers are families grappling with a fragmented care system, long waits for diagnoses, and a lack of access to specialized care. People are losing their sense of joy and purpose, feeling unconnected, uninspired and alone. It’s a journey filled with uncertainty, where every step demands courage, every challenge requires resilience, and every moment underscores the critical need for change. The symptoms of Parkinson’s can push people into the shadows. But at Parkinson Canada, we hope to inspire people with Parkinson’s to embrace the wobbles, the wiggles, and the wonky moments. We help people affected by Parkinson’s stand in the light – connected, supported and inspired. We transform every involuntary movement into a symbol of style. Every shuffle into a dance. Every tremor into a beat. We help people living with Parkinson’s to find their joy, their ‘swagger,’ again – or maybe for the first time.

Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is the largest charitable funder of vision research in Canada. Over our 50-year history, FBC has contributed critical funding for the development of sight-saving treatments and cures for blinding eye diseases. By raising and stewarding funds, FBC is helping drive forward research that supports our goal of understanding why vision loss occurs, how it can be slowed and how sight can be restored. We are an invaluable resource for individuals and families impacted by blindness, providing accurate eye health information through our website and educational events, as well as engaging with government and other stakeholders to advance better vision health policies.

ASK Friendship Society is a Vancouver-based non-profit organization with over 45 years of experience supporting seniors through inclusive, community-driven programs. One of the first Adult Day Programs (ADPs) in the city, ASK was founded by volunteers responding to a growing social need and has continued to evolve to meet the changing realities of aging. ASK provides adult day programming, social connection, meals, and supportive services that promote independence, dignity, and well-being for seniors—particularly those experiencing isolation, cognitive change, or complex health needs. Programs are designed to be culturally responsive, accessible, and rooted in strong relationships with participants, caregivers, volunteers, and community partners. With a long-standing commitment to collaboration and innovation, ASK plays an important role in Vancouver’s continuum of care, supporting seniors to remain active, engaged, and connected to their communities.

Formerly known as Maternal Infant Health Canada (MIH Can), Health Together is composed of public health professionals, doctors, researchers, and integrative health practitioners who work to improve the health of women and children in Canada and around the world. Together we aim to work closely with local healthcare workers, traditional medicine providers, government, and community members to improve maternal and infant wellbeing and reduce maternal and infant mortality.

Nikkei Seniors Health Care and Housing Society is a non-profit charitable organization offering subsidized housing, health care, activities, and social programs to seniors. We are committed to the senior’s long living and good health. Our Purpose: We offer quality housing, health care, and social programs for seniors in our community so they may experience wellness, connection, and belonging. Our Vision: To be a model of integrated seniors care, where all who experience our programs live well and fell like they belong. Our Values: Care. Connection. Quality. Care: We care for the well-being of individuals by treating them with dignity, respect, and compassion. We value person-centred care that upholds each individual’s autonomy, diversity, and choice. We value connection as a core component of well-being, vital to the mental and physical health of our residents, staff, and community. Quality: We value quality across all of our services. We embrace a mindset of accountability for excellence and continuous improvement in all that we do.

St. Jude’s Anglican Home is a 55 bed complex care home nestled in a west-side residential neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia. Care and services are provided in a home-like environment with the focus on resident needs and desires. The Home is governed by a non-profit society and funded by Vancouver Coastal Health, user fees and donations, so older adults with complex care needs of any background, religion, or culture are welcome here. Volunteers assist with recreation programs and 1:1 visits to help enrich resident quality of life after going through a screening, interview, orientation, and training. Volunteering with us requires a commitment of at least 1 hour per week for teens 16+, 2 hours per week for adults, at least one time per week with allowances for holidays, special events, or sickness. Reference letter will be provided after a minimum of 3 months, and a Certificate of Appreciation after one year of service. Helping skills with older adults living with complex health needs, some living with dementia, will be taught and mentored as needed. Come join the family!

RunForH2O is the premier fundraising event for Guatemala, a campaign initiative focused on building awareness and compassion for the cause. 2016 will mark the fourth year of the annual Vancouver RunForH2O event. Every June, we host a non-competitive fun run for people of all ages and skill levels to raise funds to support projects to provide clean water for towns in Guatemala

An event management organization partnering up with GoodLife Kids Foundation to help raise money in order to enable kids living with autism to get active

CelticFest Vancouver is a non-profit Society registered in British Columbia since 2004. The Society’s mission is to: Bring together the local community in an annual festival celebration of Celtic Culture and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Deliver education on global Celtic heritage, art and cultural traditions. Promote and showcase local and international Celtic music, dance, spoken word, theatre, film, art, crafts, food/beverage and Highland sports.

Since 1938, the BC Psychological Association (BCPA) has represented psychologists in British Columbia. It is a voluntary body and is committed to advancing psychology and the psychological well-being of all British Columbians. Our administrative offices are in Vancouver, BC.

Visionary 21 is a non-profit organization founded by Harrison Lee and Alex Lee in April, 2014 because of their realization that Down syndrome is a pressing issue in society that isn't dealt with adequately. Comprised of teenagers stationed in Vancouver, BC, we are growing everyday. Everything we have raised has been and will be processed and distributed quickly through partner organizations who currently have more influence than us. Nevertheless, it will not be long until we get to the point where we want to be: having our own influence over whom we strive to help and support. Visionary 21 chose to help those with Down syndrome in particular because it not only affects an individual's intelligence, but also presents a grim hazard on health. As human beings, we wanted to become contributors of the world and act early in our adolescence to truly experience reality. Most importantly, our team empathizes for those with Down syndrome. By helping us reach our goal, you are indirectly assisting individuals with Down syndrome acquire privileges. As mentioned, all of our proceedings will go to research and assistant, thus opening many paths in helping and understanding those with Down syndrome. Help them reach for the stars! Our current objective is to spread the word and also to increase in size. We need as many contributors and volunteers as possible to strengthen our objective. Furthermore, we have toiled in the community with fundraisers and we have also physically helped those with Down syndrome. One of our ultimate goals would be to raise enough money to rent out an office space and, in the future, to start a company that employs individuals with and without Down syndrome. We would love to provide work opportunities. Therefore, we ask for your utmost support, to motivate us to continue on our project!

This new foundation is being organized by a group of cancer patients, medical professionals and travel specialists. Once registered as a charitable foundation, we will support patients with life threatening disease in the realization of their Bucket List goals and life dreams.