Programs & Services
A BIG thank-you to summer student employee, Rachel Martens, for her hard work and dedication over the past few months. Rachel’s efforts led to the success of the 2015 Back-to-School Supplies Program and further development of the ‘Growing Your Own Food Bank’ Community Gardening Club. We wish her all the best as she continues her…
Read MoreTuesday, August 18th – In support of Toy Mountain 2015, CTV Vancouver teamed with Greenheart International Development Corporation FlightLinez Vancouver. 100% of the proceeds from the zipline rides through Queen Elizabeth Park were generously donated to The Salvation Army to provide aid to families facing serious life challenges. (Photo: Executive Director, Major Russ Holland, takes…
Read MoreA BIG thank-you to the 10 members of Youth With A Mission Canada and Youth With A Mission Idaho who volunteered at the Community Drop-In Breakfast this morning. Along with serving over 100 meals, the group also prepared over 50 emergency food hampers for families in need!
Read MoreThursday, July 16 – A BIG thanks to Don Mitchell and Merrilee York of Carefree Greenery Ltd. for demonstrating how to construct a hanging garden using a plastic bag, and fertilizer, along with tomato and marigold plants. The ‘Growing Your Own Food Bank’ Community Gardening Club workshop demonstrated to its 20 participants that an accessible…
Read MoreSummer is here and Salvation Army camps are gearing up to provide vulnerable children with the time of their life. Just one camp experience can change a child’s life forever. Kids learn valuable, life-long lessons at camp. “There was more to camp than just fun and games. Rock climbing and three-day canoe trips taught me…
Read MoreCurrently, we are seeking volunteers to aid us in the enhancement of our website www.salvationarmyvcfs.com and the development of strategies and digital marketing tools pertaining to seasonal programs, such as our Christmas Kettle Campaign. We are looking for students and alumni eager to provide insight and gain valuable hands-on experience by using their skills and learning…
Read MoreA BIG thanks to the 19 TELUS employees who volunteered at the Community Drop-In Breakfast on May 20th, 22nd, and 25th and served over 300 meals. “We give where we live to improve the lives of youth and their communities. We are committed to driving strong social outcomes in the areas of health, education and…
Read MoreA BIG thanks to Vancouver Coastal Health – Healthy Living Program for approving a $4,000.00 grant to help support our Community Gardening Club and `Growing Your Own Food Bank’ initiative. The project is scheduled to operate from June, 2015 to May, 2016 and aims to secure fresh produce to low-income families. Through promotion and education,…
Read MoreCONGRATULATIONS to Kay Grieve for being awarded The Salvation Army Vancouver Community & Family Services Volunteer Of The Year 2015 Service Award! We thank-you for your outstanding services and your ongoing commitment to the Christmas Kettle Campaign.
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