Volunteering is a Source of Inspiration and Purpose
Born and raised in Langley, Brayden Griffiths moved to the Okanagan in 2022 to start medical school at UBCO and he is already making a difference to our community through his
Resolving to Support Community
For those following the Gregorian Calendar it is officially 2024 … and some of you may have decided to make new resolutions that may include giving back to community by sharing your
Board Boot Camp Will Help You Get You Fit As A Director
Many years ago, I joined a local non-profit organization because I wanted to build community. I had just moved back to Kelowna after university and travelling adventures. I had grown
Youth drop-in at BGC Okanagan
While BGC Okanagan has been around for 65 years, you may not be aware that they serve youths up to 24 years of age. Tiffany Taffe, BCG program coordinator, is sharing about the great
Empowerment at the Heart of Dress for Success
Empowering women in all stages is a goal for the international Dress for Success and the Kelowna chapter is looking for volunteers to join their amazing organization and help it to
Sharing Your Light Brings Hope
How do individuals thrive, when the family – that is their everything – is hurting? They simply can’t. Community coming around those families through their support of
Volunteer Tutor Takes “Rocks Off the Back” of Student
Elaine Johnston loves her job with Project Literacy Central Okanagan so much that she is the longest-serving employee of the organization. As the Senior Education Coordinator, Elaine
Official Day to Recognize BC Non-Profits
On Monday, October 30 was officially proclaimed BC Non-Profit Day by the Government of British Columbia, “to celebrate the non-profit sector, and create deeper understanding of the
KCR Milestone: 40 Years of Community – That’s All We’re About!
Celebrate With Us Here!October 25 is the official birthday of the Kelowna Community Resources Society – now better known as KCR Community Resources. In 2023, we are celebrating our
Sponsor a Family
As we enjoy the beautiful colours of fall and reach for our cozy sweaters and warm drinks, the staff at KCR are busy preparing for the upcoming Sponsor A Family Holiday Season. What
