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$340K in grants given to charities helping at risk youth

22 charities that help at-risk youth have received Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation grants

Nearly two dozen charities that help at-risk youth have received Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation (FVRCF) grants to help fund their work. 

Every year, the foundation gives grants to eligible charities that have applied to help at-risk youth under 29 in select cities south of the Fraser River. The charities must work in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, North Delta, Mission, Abbotsford, the City of Langley, the Township of Langley, or White Rock. 

"At-risk youth are a key part of our communities, and it is essential that we support them with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to succeed," said John Barbisan, chair of the FVRCF. "We are grateful to partner with these outstanding organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of youth across the Fraser Valley."

The grant recipients were announced at a celebration on Wednesday (Dec. 11) at the foundation's office in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý (15463 104 Ave). 

"Among the recipients are organizations providing mentorship programs, educational support, mental health counselling, and recreational activities — all aimed at helping young people build resilience, self-confidence, and a sense of belonging. These initiatives are essential for fostering positive change and ensuring a healthier, more inclusive future for the region," notes an FVRCF news release Thursday (Dec. 12). 

The following charities received grants: 

Cyrus Centre (Abbotsford), Mackie's Place Social House (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý), Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited (Mission), Encompass Support Services Society (Langley City & Township of Langley), Take a Hike Youth Mental Health Foundation (North Delta & Mission), ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Fire Fighters' Nutritional Snack Program Society (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý), Options Community Services (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý), BeMorr Society (All regions), You Wear it Well...Just for Grads Society (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, North Delta, White Rock), Cares Counselling Society (Abbotsford), The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý), Pathfinder Youth Centre Society (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý), Big Brothers Big Sisters of Langley (Langley City, Township of Langley), Communitas Supportive Care Society (Langley City, Township of Langley, Abbotsford, Mission), Camp Choice BC (all regions), Zajac Ranch Society (all regions), Alex Neighbourhood House (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, White Rock), Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation & CTS Youth Society (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý & Township of Langley), Nisa Foundation (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, North Delta, Abbotsford and White Rock), Fraser Region Community Justice Initiatives Association (Langley City, Township of Langley), PLEA Community Services of BC (ÐÔÊӽ紫ý). 

Cyrus Centre in Abbotsford, Mackies Place Youth Social House in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, and Encompass Support Services Society in the Township and City of Langley received two-year grants. 

For more information on the foundation visit, .

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Jeff Chadha, real estate agent at Century 21 Supreme Realty, left, and John Barbisan, FVRCF board chair, right, alongside representatives from Zajac Ranch, accepted a grant from Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. . Anna Burns/ ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Now-Leader
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Rob Christensen, a real estate agent with Macdonald Realty, left, and John Barbisan, FVRCF board chair, right, alongside representatives from Alex House, accepted a grant from Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. . Anna Burns/ ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Now-Leader
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Chris Shields, real estate agent at Macdonald Realty, left, and John Barbisan, FVRCF board chair, right, alongside representatives from Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation, accepted a grant from Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. . Anna Burns/ ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Now-Leader
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Aseem Ghadiali, FVRCF director, left, John Barbisan, FVRCF board chair, right, alongside a representative from Take a Hike Youth Foundation, accepted a grant from Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. . Anna Burns/ ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Now-Leader
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Manny Chata, Sutton Group-Alliance realtor, left, and John Barbisan, FVRCF board chair, right, alongside representatives from Options Community Services, accepted a grant from Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. . Anna Burns/ ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Now-Leader

 



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