Some initiatives get started and some don’t. When the plan itself is dusted off we realise that we have achieved some goals but not others. It’s rarely the fault of the planning process; it is usually the fault of the execution process – the means by which the recommendations in the plan are implemented by the CEO and his/her senior people.
Read MoreDowntown Community Centre Doubles Its Hours
Victoria Cool Aid Society’s Downtown Community Centre’s service delivery hours have doubled from 25 hours per week to 50. Read about their upcoming programs.
Read MoreTeen philanthropists help strengthen our community with $17,500 in grants
Celebrating its 75th year in our community, the Victoria Foundation is working with local youth to promote philanthropy and community development. Through the Youth in Philanthropy (YiP) program, approximately 100 students in seven high schools have allocated grants totaling $17,500 to charitable organizations in our community.
Read MoreUpdate: Downtown Community Centre
Victoria Cool Aid Society’s Downtown Community Centre has a new Assistant!
Read MoreGet to Know Your Community Foundation
Community foundations start with community and we’d like to help you get to know ours a little better. Over the next few months we’ll be posting profiles of the Victoria Foudation Staff. Stay tuned!
Read MoreThe Good Planet Company Gives Green
Victoria's Good Planet Company has joined forces with 1% For The Planet just in time for Earth Day. Membership in 1% means a commitment to donate 1% of annual sales to nonprofit organizations with a focus on environmental causes.
Read MoreVictoria’s Good Planet Company announces commitment to Green Giving
(Victoria, BC) April 20, 2011 – We all know that taking care of the environment is the right thing to do.
Read MoreBest Practices in Grant Adjudication
Best practices in grants adjudication from Chris Jones, Certified management Consultant. Picking your winners with fairness, transparency, efficiency and accountability.
Read MoreTod Maffin:
Tod Maffin is one of North America’s leading digital marketing experts, specializing in viral and ROI-based campaigns. On may 5th he will present for 90 minutes on the science behind social media’s ROI.
Read MoreStory Theatre Co. celebrates the spirit of volunteerism with an educational play for school age kids
April 10, 2011 (Victoria, BC) – A volunteer is someone who gives time, energy and talents to others, while expecting nothing in return.
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