Have you ever thought of social entrepreneurship as only for “business people”?Do you have an idea to generate money for your non-profit but don’t want it to be another one-off fundraiser and not sure where to start?Join author Madeleine Shaw for an interactive Lunch & Learn when she’ll explore the ideas in her book “The […]
Workshops & TrainingKCR Community Resources Community Services department is offering Workshops and Training focused for nonprofits, volunteer managers, and volunteers. Diversity & Inclusion Workshop – Introduces and explores the topics of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion and why they matter in 2022 Nourishing Volunteer Managers – Topics relevant to managing volunteers, self-care, and professional development […]
What is your name and position? Sid Bildfell, External Recruitment Officer, Kelowna Division St. John Ambulance Medical First Responders. What is the name of your organization? St. John Ambulance Kelowna Division 740 Medical First Responders. What is your organization’s mission? Saving lives at work, home and play. Tell us about your organization. St. John Ambulance, […]
What is your name and position? Cleopatra Ruffle, Board Member. What is the name of your organization? Lake Country Senior Housing Society (LCSHS). What is your organization’s mission? Providing Housing for Seniors in Lake Country. Tell us about your organization. LCSHS has been in operation for 13years serving Lake Country. We are a Non-Profit, community-orientated […]
What is your name and position? Aidan O’Callahan, CSC Volunteer Coordinator What is the name of your organization? John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay What is your organization’s mission? JHSOK works with The Correctional Service of Canada on this volunteer program. The Correctional Service of Canada, as part of the criminal justice system and […]
Dress for Success is a global not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has expanded to almost 150 cities in 25 countries and has […]
The Street Survival Guide publication contains a listing of essential services in the downtown core of Kelowna including where to find a washroom, where to find a hot meal, where to access medical attention and where to find a place to sleep. Note: To print, choose legal-sized paper and fit to page (flip on short […]
The crisp smell of fall, the crunchy leaves, pumpkin spice everywhere – these can only mean one thing…the holiday season is right around the corner! It is also that time of the year where we highlight your organization’s events and activities for the coming season! KCR Community Resources, together with Kelowna Capital News, are once […]
Details Dates: Wednesdays, October 6 & 13, 2021, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online Education – Computer, internet & speakers/headphones required Cost: Free Register Now About the Course Our communities and organizations are increasingly diverse. Ensuring these spaces are safe, just and welcoming for all is everyone’s responsibility and is also an opportunity. Participating […]
So you know you want to make impact, but how? You have been following this series of volunteer stories and been inspired but now you are unsure of what your next steps are. Maybe you have been a bit shy? Maybe you are hesitating because you want to find out more about different opportunities open […]