10 Charitable Events to Attend in BC this Fall
August 30, 2017
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What: An enchanting evening with a multi-course meal created by Chef Juno Kim. Drinks provided by by 33 Acres Brewing, and local ingredients sourced from schoolyard farms, local farmers, and Skipper Otto’s Community Supported Fisheries. Ticket sales support Fresh Roots: a local non-profit society that cultivates gardens and programs to promote healthy eating, ecological stewardship, and community celebration.
When: Saturday, September 9
Where: Fresh Roots’ Schoolyard Farm, David Thompson Secondary School, 1755 East 55th Avenue
More information: Find event details and purchase tickets here.
What: A 5K walk in support of the Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue (VOKRA). All proceeds go towards funding the rescue of more than 1,400 cats and kittens in Vancouver each year.
When: September 17
Where: Jericho Beach
More information: Register online and/or donate here.
What: An elegant luncheon fundraiser in support of Preventing Women’s Reproductive Cancers at the BC Cancer Agency. Includes a silent auction reception, live auction, raffle, gourmet lunch, and a fashion show by local boutiques Bacci’s and Boboli.
When: September 20
Where: Rocky Mountaineer Station, 1755 Cottrell Street
More Information: For information on ticket sales, please contact Dana Arsenault at 604.675.8261 or dana.arsenault@bccancer.bc.ca.
What: A 007 themed evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, gambling, and bidding in support of Covenant House: a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing food, shelter, guidance, and support to keep Vancouver’s youth off the streets.
When: Friday, September 29
Where: Delta Burnaby Hotel & Conference – Grand Villa Casino, 4331 Dominion Avenue
More Information: Find event details and purchase tickets online here.
What: A bike, run, and obstacle course in support of the Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. All fitness levels and ages welcome!
When: Sunday, September 17
Where: Jericho Beach Park East
More Information: Find event details and register here.
What: A 10K run from Granville Island to Island Park Walk in support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society.
When: Monday, October 9, 8:30am
Where: Granville Island, Vancouver BC
More Information: Find race details and register online here.
What: Arts Umbrella’s signature Art Auction and Fundraiser featuring work from local artists and inspiring student performances.
When: Saturday, October 14, 6:00pm
Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 W Georgia St.
More Information: Find event details and purchase tickets here.
What: A celebration of diversity through music, food and visual art. This event will support Shanti Uganda’s work with maternal, infant, and teen health in East Africa.
When: Thursday, October 19, 6:00pm -10:00pm
Where: Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street
More Information: Find event details and purchase tickets here.
What: A glamorous evening of jazz, ballet, opera, and philanthropy in support of the Help Change my City Alliance (HCMC Alliance ). This organization provides youth and women access to mentorship programs.
When: Friday, October 20
Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 W Georgia St.
More Information: Find event details and purchase tickets here.
What: A black tie event hosted by the BC Cancer Foundation in support of the Hereditary Cancer Program at the BC Cancer Agency. This evening of elegance will include a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, entertainment, raffle, live auction, and silent auction.
When: Saturday, November 4
Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 W Georgia St.
More Information: Find event details and information on how to purchase tickets here.
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