Organismes sans but lucratif à Kelowna

Founded in 1918, the CNIB Foundation is a non-profit organization driven to change what it is to be blind today. We deliver innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion. Our work as a blind foundation is powered by a network of: - Volunteers - Donors - Partners from coast to coast to coast.

We rescue consumable food waste from local businesses throughout the Okanagan. We then redistribute back into the community through partners, community fridge and public pickup locations. We have a 1/4acre garden that has been donated to us and we are growing food to be able to hand back into the community.

Board Members Needed! Looking to give back to the community? Do you have a passion for children, positive energy and good vibes? Okanagan Gymnastics Centre is a dynamic non-profit organization recruiting new enthusiastic volunteer board members to govern our facility. Vacant positions include treasurer, secretary and directors at large. OGC is one of the largest centres in the province providing Kelowna with a full range of recreational and competitive gymnastics. If this sounds like you please email board@okanagangymnastics.com with the experience, talent and skills you have to offer in a brief bio.

We provide opportunities for Talented Individuals and Groups to perform in Okanagan Parks on Sundays from June to September.

Our non-profit organization is dedicated to providing our community with compassionate, inclusive and neurodiversity-affirming education solutions that empower each child's individuality and support and empowers their unique learning needs. We strive to offer cutting-edge education that equips children and families with the skills needed to succeed and thrive at school and within the community.

The purposes of the Okanagan Social and Cultural Society is: - To promote recreational, social and cultural opportunities for residents and visitors in the Okanagan area through the promotion and coordination of local events, activities, productions, exhibitions, presentations and concerts. - To provide similar and related services as determined by the membership.

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives. Thanks to our donors and volunteers, we’re able to: - Fund groundbreaking cancer research into all types of cancer - Offer support services to help people better manage life with cancer - Shape healthy public policies to prevent cancer and support those living with the disease - Offer trusted cancer information for all Canadians. Our lodges are welcoming homes away from home for people with cancer who need to travel to receive treatment. Our caring staff and volunteers are trained to help meet your practical needs during cancer treatment. The lodges also offer social and emotional support through different programs and activities. They are places where you can: - Meet other people with cancer and their families - Connect with those who understand what you are going through.

Join our Kelowna BC Greens team! If you are interested in making a difference in your community and meeting some fun people, we would love to have you join our volunteer team. Our goal is to promote the BC Greens and the need for strong social, environment and economic policies that benefit all British Columbians, not just a select few. As a team, we will hold events, recruit new volunteers and fundraise to support our BC Green MLAs and future candidates.

The Blenk Family Fund was established together with the KGH Foundation to strengthen the network of mental health support and services available to young people and families in our community. We are actively involved in: - Research - Supporting prevention and care surrounding youth mental health. Our goal is to build resilience and heighten awareness – to better understand so we can better support and help where it is needed. Our hope is for the work we are doing to: - Expand - Inspire meaningful change within more and more communities.

Canada’s Largest Street Hockey Festival is Returning to Kelowna! Kelowna is no stranger to Play On!, holding seven events to date since 2010. The event will take place on Water Street in the heart of downtown near Prospera Place, home of the WHL’s Kelowna Rockets. Just steps away from Kelowna’s waterfront Play On! will feature exciting hockey action, interactive games, diverse food and entertainment.

The Central Okanagan Food Bank (COFB) is a vital force in the fight against food insecurity, proudly serving as one of the largest food aid organization in British Columbia with two locations (Kelowna and West Kelowna). For over 40 years, we have been providing innovative solutions to hunger, providing nutritional food assistance to over 120,000 people each year, 44% of whom are children and youth, while another 19% are seniors living on a fixed income. We serve all individuals regardless of age, race, sex, marital status, ethnicity, language, disability, or health issue and are the only organization providing this level of nutritional support to households facing financial and food insecurity within the surrounding region. Our purpose extends beyond providing meals. COFB’s "More Than Food" program empowers people by offering resources and education to break the cycle of poverty, helping new clients, including immigrant families, find stability. Additionally, through the Food For Thought Program, we partner with School District #23 to provide essential meal support to over 1,200 children weekly. Examples of Volunteer Tasks: 1. Market shopping: where you will build hampers and shop for our clients as well as help stock the area. 2. Dry sorting: Where you will go through donations for quality control and date checks. 3. General cleaning: All can lend a helping hand with general cleaning in all areas of the food bank. 4. Food Rescue: Sustainability initiative for client access to fresh produce. Includes quality control and hamper building. As well as restocking. 5. Restocking: Restocking areas in the market to ensure quick accessibility to client products. To volunteer please follow the link attached to our volunteer application form. Once submitted, the volunteer coordinator will reach out with further instruction. Thank you.

Scouts Canada is a leading co-ed youth organization in Canada, offering programs for young people aged 5-26. It aims to help youth develop into well-rounded individuals, better prepared for success, through adventurous, youth-led, and safe programs. Scouts Canada emphasizes outdoor experiences, community involvement, and leadership development.