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Opportunity alert! 📢 We're seeking an experienced and values-driven Director, People & Culture to join our team.This role provides strategic and operational leadership across our people‑focused functions, ensuring HR practices, policies, and programs support an inclusive, equitable, and high‑performing organizational culture.The ideal candidate will have:✅ 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience✅ Expertise across people strategy, organizational development, and employee relations✅ A strong understanding of equity-informed and inclusive workplace practices✅ Nonprofit, philanthropic, or social impact experienceIf this sounds like you, or someone you know, we encourage you to connect with Maria Wentzel at @harbourwest or email your resume and letter of introduction to info@hwest.ca. by @vancouverfdn

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📢 We're excited to announce that applications are open for Transforming Systems Grants (TSG)!TSG supports organizations working to address the root causes of inequality and to ensure that those most impacted by unfair systems have the power to shape their own futures. These grants invest in work that focuses on creating lasting change by addressing the conditions that keep systemic issues in place.The 2026 program includes two funding streams, Explore and Influence, to support organizations at different stages, from those beginning to explore root causes to those ready to test, deepen, or expand their influence.Applications are open until July 6 at 5pm PT. Find more details on eligibility and how to apply at the link in our bio. by @vancouverfdn

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After nearly 19 years of extraordinary leadership, Craig Hikida will retire as VP, Donor Services on June 26. Under his leadership, Vancouver Foundation doubled the number of funds and contributed to growing the endowment by more than $1 billion, strengthening our ability to support communities now and for generations to come. While we’ll miss him greatly, we’re excited to welcome Ruby Ng as our new VP of Donor Services, starting June 8. Drawing on her deep leadership experience in the non-profit sector, Ruby brings a strong people- and partnership-centred approach that will help advance our purpose alongside donors and partners to create lasting impact. Please join us in thanking Craig for his incredible contributions and welcoming Ruby to Vancouver Foundation! by @vancouverfdn

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When Yunuen Perez Vertti moved to Canada, she was looking for a way to connect with her neighbours. On a whim, she applied for a Neighbourhood Small Grant (NSG) to host an art event. What started as a simple gathering not only helped her make connections. It also grew into StrideFest, a thriving arts festival that has brought people together in Burnaby for years.For over 25 years, NSG has helped turn small ideas into meaningful change across B.C., reaching remote places like Haida Gwaii to host their first Pride celebration, to supporting Latin and Filipino communities in running cultural gatherings in their neighbourhoods.When neighbours know each other’s stories, they build resilience to solve problems together, one small grant at a time.Visit the link in our bio to read more about how NSG is supporting small dreams create mighty connections across B.C., as featured in our 2025 Vancouver Foundation Magazine. by @vancouverfdn

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Please join us in welcoming Kendra Milne and Jill Earthy to our Board of Directors!Kendra brings over 20 years of non-profit leadership focused on systemic change, social justice, and community-informed approaches. As Executive Director of Health Justice, they embrace complexity and advance work across housing, economic security, gender equity, and mental health policy. Kendra is excited to support efforts that shift power in philanthropy. Fun fact: they are also a big fan of (surprisingly beautiful) slugs!Jill is a seasoned executive and governance leader with a strong track record across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. As the inaugural CEO of InBC Investment Corp., she championed inclusive economic growth and strengthened B.C.’s innovation ecosystem. Jill brings deep expertise in finance, strategy, and partnerships. Along with a passion for expanding access to opportunity, she is also lover of travel, having visited four continents in the past seven months!We’re thrilled to learn from and work alongside Kendra and Jill as we continue to build healthy, vibrant, equitable, and inclusive communities across B.C. by @vancouverfdn

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We'd like to extend our deepest gratitude to Susan Grossman, Brenda Eaton, Mary Ackenhusen, and Aftab Erfan for their many years of leadership and service on our Board.As Board Chair for the past two years, Susan's leadership was pivotal in advancing our purpose work and guiding us through meaningful growth and reflection. For six years, she also contributed across multiple committees, including Governance & People and Grants & Community Initiatives, as well as chairing the Program & Impact committee.With nearly a decade of service, Brenda has supported our work in countless ways, serving on most committees and chairing both the Grants & Community Initiatives and Investment & Stewardship committees. As a strong supporter of PurposePhil, Brenda played a key role in helping us articulate our moral purpose and find greater alignment between our assets and our vision.Mary served three years on the Board, chairing the Program & Impact committee and contributing to many others. Throughout her tenure, she consistently challenged us to strengthen our understanding of the impact of our work.During her three years on the Board, Aftab brought a thoughtful and insightful perspective through her work on the Program & Impact and Governance & People committees. She encouraged her fellow members to more deeply integrate JEDI into their work and strengthened conversations across a wide range of topics.Susan, Brenda, Mary, and Aftab, we can't thank you enough for your dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on Vancouver Foundation. We wish you all the best as you continue to do incredible work in our communities! by @vancouverfdn

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Hammer as President and Chief Executive Officer of Vancouver Foundation.Since August 2025, Kate has served in an interim capacity, providing steady and thoughtful leadership during a period of transition. In that time, she has helped sustain momentum across our priorities, ensured donor gifts are stewarded responsibly, maintained reliable and responsive grantmaking, and continued to strengthen key partnerships that support community impact across BC. Prior to her Interim CEO role, Kate served as Vice President of Engagement for three years, leading community engagement and communications. Her experience spans across journalism, public policy and public affairs, philanthropy, and community engagement across the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Please join us in congratulating Kate! We look forward to continuing our work to supporting communities under her leadership. by @vancouverfdn

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Your gift to Vancouver Foundation doesn't just help once, it keeps working, year after year.Think of it as a community savings account that never runs out. It grows over time, funding youth mental health programs, community kitchens, affordable housing, and needs we haven't even imagined yet.Here's what makes it powerful: your neighbours with lived experience recommend where the money goes. Give to our Community Impact Fund or focus areas, and your generosity flows where it's needed most. Today, tomorrow, and decades from now.Watch how it works through our 🔗in bio. by @vancouverfdn

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We’re seeing an increase in fake profiles attempting to impersonate our staff and organization. Please note that official Vancouver Foundation communications will only come from this verified social media account or an email address ending in @vancouverfoundation.ca. You can help us keep our online community safe by:✅ Only trusting updates from our official, verified channels✅ Not clicking, sharing, or engaging with unfamiliar or suspicious content✅ Reporting fake or suspicious accounts directly to Instagram✅ Contacting us directly through our official channels Maintaining a safe and trustworthy online environment is important to us. Thank you for helping protect our community. by @vancouverfdn

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Have an idea to bring people together in your community? Apply for a Neighbourhood Small Grant today!This program offers up to $500 to support local, resident‑led projects that help neighbours connect socially or share skills with each other. Join a network of thousands of project leaders across BC who are strengthening their communities.Applications are open until April 13, 2026. Find your NSG community at neighbourhoodsmallgrants.ca/communities by @vancouverfdn

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Our hearts are with the community of Tumbler Ridge, including the families, students, educators, and first responders who have been deeply affected by the tragic events on Tuesday. We’re in touch with local partners and other community foundations to mobilize resources and donations that meet both immediate and long-term needs. The Northeast BC Community Foundation has established the Tumbler Ridge Community Resilience Fund to provide ongoing resources, mental health and grief counselling, and other community-led efforts. If you are able, we invite you to donate to the Tumbler Ridge Community Resilience Fund to support community-led healing efforts, now, and in the months and years to come.Together, we can support Tumbler Ridge and other communities affected by this unimaginable tragedy.Donate today at nebccf.ca by @vancouverfdn

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📣 Opportunity alert!We’re excited to invite applications from community-minded leaders to join our Board of Directors for a three-year term. Board members help guide the strategic direction of one of Canada’s largest community foundations and play a meaningful role in advancing trust-based philanthropy across B.C.We’re excited to hear from people who:✨ Lead collaboratively and bring a strong commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion✨ Are committed to right relations with Indigenous communities✨ Bring curiosity, humility, and a learning mindset to their work✨ Care deeply about our mission and are eager to be advocates within their networksYou don’t need to meet every qualification to apply. If this role sparks your interest, or sounds like a great fit for someone you know, we encourage you to send an application or help spread the word!Applications close February 13, 2026. Review the Board Candidate Recruitment Guide, and find more information, at the Volunteer Opportunities page on our website. by @vancouverfdn

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