Organismes sans but lucratif à Kelowna

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.

The Society for Children and Youth of BC (SCY) is a unique provincial organization dedicated to improving the well-being of children and youth in British Columbia.

Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon provides a vital home away from home for families with seriously ill children requiring specialized medical treatment far from home. Supporting families from across BC and Yukon, including Prince George, Kamloops, Whitehorse, and Victoria, the House offers a place of comfort, healing, and togetherness during difficult times. In addition to offering a safe and comforting place to stay, Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon provides wellness programs to support the holistic healing of families. These include Music Therapy with a certified therapist, a Chef-led Family Meal Program, Massage Therapy, Pet Therapy, and Art Therapy, all designed to nurture both physical and emotional well-being during challenging times

The Rutland Parent Participation Preschool Society (RPPP+ASC) offers Preschool, Community events, and After School Care and has been proudly serving the community from within Quigley Elementary School for over a decade. As a registered charity since 1987, our core mission is to meet the evolving needs of the families we support. We are committed to offering membership and community support to anyone interested, and are actively looking to expand our reach, partnering with organizations who share our vision of supporting local families.

Heartfulness Institute is a nonprofit organization, with several million practitioners in 160 countries. Heartfulness relaxation and meditation techniques are studied and proven to be effective in reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep, enhancing emotional intelligence, and exploring the heights and depths of human consciousness. Heartfulness is a set of experiential practices including relaxation, meditation and rejuvenation designed to regulate the mind, build inner strength and develop habits to create a lasting sense of fulfillment and overall well-being. Note: All the practices are free of cost. For More Info www.heartfulness.ca  

Our Mission - To partner with individuals of diverse abilities to lead healthy, fulfilling lives by providing a foundation of support Our Vision- Building a continuum of services to support the needs of individuals at every stage of life Strive Living Society is a non-profit registered charity which endeavours to design and deliver community living services, tailored to each individual we support. Our teams work collaboratively with service recipients, families, and support networks to ensure flexible, responsive, and quality services. Strive Living Society is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of self-advocates, family members, professionals, and former personnel. The Board ensures the Society is compliant with best-practices and accountable to stakeholders.

The YMCA is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. There is potential inside all of us. But obstacles can get in the way: fear, doubt, a lack of finances, isolation, discrimination. The Y believes that everyone has the skills and ability to achieve. That every obstacle can be met with support, positivity, and guidance. That every single person is worthy of the opportunity to shine. And when each of us shines, the collective strength of an entire community can be realized. Our goal is not to fix people's challenges. Instead, we provide responsive programs and supports to help them tap into their full potential.

Sailing for people of ALL abilities. A boat designed to allow everyone to sail together without compromises or handicaps. So many volunteer opportunities available. Sailing Companion, Driving the safety Coach Boat, working fundraising events. Don't know how to sail no worries. We offer training.

The YMCA of Okanagan was established over 35 years ago as a cause-driven charity with a mission dedicated to building healthy individuals and communities. We provide a wide range of programs and services with a focus on inclusiveness and accessibility, serving people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

British Columbia Rugby Union, commonly known as BC Rugby, is the recognised governing body for Rugby union in the province of British Columbia. We are a Not-For-Profit organisation and one of 60 Provincial Sport Organisations (PSOs) to receive funding from the Provincial Government. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, we welcomed over 8,000 individuals to the game and registered 61 community rugby clubs across British Columbia.

The Okanagan Lakers are looking for a number of Volunteers. - Assistant Coach - Assistant -Video& Analytics coach - Director on our board( Lawyer)

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.