Nonprofit Organizations in Vancouver

In August 2007 we started the "Gaby Davis Foundation" in memory of our daughter Gabrielle Davis who lost her battle with childhood cancer in March 2007. Her brave fight against cancer and her thoughtfulness towards other children with cancer inspired us to help other families fighting this terrible beast. The Gaby Davis Foundation seeks to improve a child's quality of life during cancer treatment by providing financial aid and support to children with cancer and their families at BC Children's Hospital, Surrey Memorial Hospital and Canuck Place. We believe that children with cancer will receive the most consistent medical care when their parents can focus on them, rather than the additional burdens caused by a cancer diagnosis.

Gaia Community Care and Wellness Society (Gaia Cares) is a charitable organization incorporated in British Columbia in 2018 that aims to support the health and wellness of Chinese and other older adults and their families. Through its programs and services, Gaia Cares provides seniors and those caring for them with the knowledge, skills, and nurturing support they need to ease the stresses of aging. Gaia Cares received its status as a registered charity through Canada Revenue Agency , effective from April 1, 2019 We promote the health and wellbeing of Chinese and other ethnic seniors and their caregivers. Our culturally and linguistically appropriate services include information sharing, education, training, counselling, and physical and emotional support. We provide seniors with essential support services that enable them to age comfortably and independently at home and defer the need for admissions to long-term care facilities.

The Gastown Business Improvement Society, a not-for-profit association, promotes the shared interests of commercial property owners and businesses located within the neighbourhood boundaries, supporting the area’s growth and development, while making a positive impact on the community.

The Gastrointestinal Society is the leader in providing trusted, evidence-based information on all areas of the gastrointestinal tract. We are are committed to improving the lives of people with GI and liver conditions by supporting research, advocating for appropriate patient access to health care, and promoting gastrointestinal and liver health.

The Gathering Our Voices (GOV) organization hosts a week long event once a year for Indigenous youth to participate in a wide variety of workshops and cultural events. This year the 16th annual Gathering Our Voices Indigenous Youth Leadership event will be held on Musqueam traditional territory, in Richmond, B.C. GOV will take place between March 20th and March 23rd.

*** REC THERAPY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED *** George Pearson Centre is a residential, long term care facility for adults with disabilities. Adults of all ages live at George Pearson and require care for many different reasons. Many residents have extensive physical disabilities including persons with acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis and other neurological disabilities. VOLUNTEER ROLES: We have several different volunteer roles at this location including: 1 to 1 Visiting, Recreation, Community Outings, Cards & Games, Artworks. Volunteers get the opportunity to work 1 on 1 with the residents while assisting staff with the activities and therapeutic programs. It's a great way to help others and gain more experience in a residential setting. MORE INFO: - Location: George Pearson Centre - Address: 780 W 57th Ave, Vancouver - close to Langara College - When: Once a week for 2 -3 hours - Duration: 4 months

We are committed to making a positive difference in the life of every girl and woman who experiences Guiding, so she can contribute responsibly to her communities. Our Mission is to enable girls to be confident, resourceful and courageous, and to make a difference in the world. We strive to ensure that girls and women from all walks of life, identities, and lived experiences feel a sense of belonging and can participate fully. Our commitment to inclusion means GGC’s culture, programming and practices encourage self-awareness and awareness of others; room for difference; and environments where girls and women feel safe, respected, supported and inspired to reach their potential.

Girl Guides of Canada–Guides du Canada (GGC), a national membership-based organization, empowers every girl in Guiding to discover herself and be everything she wants to be.  Guiding provides a safe, all-girl environment that invites girls to challenge themselves, to find their voice, meet new friends, have fun and make a difference in the world. GGC strives to ensure that girls and women from all walks of life, identities and lived experiences feel a sense of belonging and can fully participate. Girl Guides is an organization with over 100 years of history and a strong and growing future. Mission: To be a catalyst for girls empowering girls. Vision: A better world, by girls

Guiding is a fun, safe and inclusive space where units explore new interests and passions. Our programs include exploring the outdoors, social justice, STEM, arts, community service, and much more! We welcome all female-identified community members. In Renfrew District (East Vancouver), like many areas, we have wait lists for many programs and are looking for more adult volunteers (ages 19+) to allow more access to all the fun and friendship of Guiding.

Established in 1910, Girl Guides of Canada has added over 7 million Canadian girls and women to the Guiding family. Today, Guiding's innovative programming is helping the next generation of Canadian girls become confident, courageous and resourceful leaders.

Girls Rock Camp Vancouver is a non-profit society that builds self-esteem in female and non-binary youth through music creation and performance. By providing workshops and technical training, we create leadership opportunities, cultivate a supportive community of peers and mentors, and encourage social change and the development of life skills. We run a summer day camp for girls and non-binary youth age 8-17. GRCV campers will attend classes in instrument instruction, songwriting, workshops, band practice, and engage in sharing and self esteem building.

Give Back Market is a social purchasing platform for smallholder organic spice farmers. The platform has launched a Combat Hunger Challenge on the World Food Programme's Share the Meal app to bring much needed food and supplies to families and children around the world.