Prosperity Grant Supports SHARE's Programs & Services
Posted on August 13, 2024 by
Prosperity Grant Supports SHARE's Programs & Services
SHARE is grateful to the Coquitlam Foundation for the Prosperity Fund recently awarded to support the programs and services offered across the Tri-Cities. This fund is a partnership between the Coquitlam Foundation, Vancouver Foundation, and the Province of British Columbia, aiming to support community prosperity through locally led grantmaking.
Based on input and core needs from those we serve, the funding will used to deliver:
- Food Bank – provision of fresh, healthy, culturally appropriate food for families, youth, seniors living in poverty
- Family Resource Programs – free, drop-in play programs for children 0-6 years including parent education, early childhood support for newcomer/refugee families, families with neurodiverse children, and families living in poverty
- Legal Advocacy Services – service navigation and financial, legal, and housing support for those living in poverty, leaving violent relationships, facing homelessness
- English Language Practice Groups – cultural sharing and inclusion groups supporting newcomers and refugees
This funding supports vital programs that directly impact those living in poverty and experiencing multiple barriers to success. SHARE's programs are CARF-accredited, delivered by professional staff, and integrated with other relevant community supports. The four programs have experienced increased demand in the last year, a clear indication of our community's heightened needs.
John Wolf and Carol Brodie of the Coquitlam Foundation are pictured presenting a cheque to SHARE CEO Claire MacLean and Community Engagement Manager Darcel Moro.
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About SHARE
Since 1972, SHARE, a registered, non-profit charity, has provided services to help connect, engage, and strengthen individuals. SHARE’s services touch over 29,000 people in the Tri-Cities area annually. For more information about SHARE, please visit www.sharesociety.ca.