Nishat Tasnim is a self-described “nerd and hyper-focussed individual” who has a secret passion for the prog-metal band Tool and a love of learning to speak nsyilxcen and deepen her connection to the syilx culture and language. It was this love that led her to volunteer at Kelowna Museums.“I began volunteering at the Okanagan Heritage […]
Jennifer Bulcock is so committed to her organization the YMCA of the Southern Interior, that in addition to her work as Volunteer Engagement Manager, she also teaches fitness classes as a volunteer.“I have the privilege of teaching two fitness classes each week to help participants reach their fitness goals,” explains Jennifer proudly. “I have been […]
Special Olympics BC is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities through sport. Their vision is that sport will open hearts and minds towards people with intellectual disabilities and create inclusive communities all across British Columbia.Special Olympics BC started in 1980 but Special Olympics has been a global movement longer than that. […]
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 fulfilling volunteer work.“My journey into volunteering began with a genuine passion for working with children and contributing to the community,” says Brayden. “My interest […]
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 time, talent or treasure. As always, at KCR Community Resources we are happy to try and connect you to a meaningful opportunity through […]
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 up in the Okanagan and wanted to be near family and work with siblings in their restaurant. I loved the arts and so thought volunteering […]
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 programs they offer and how volunteers can help make a difference.“Our mission is to help children and youth discover and achieve […]
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 expand to reach women throughout the Central Okanagan.The mission of Dress for Success is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a […]
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 has been with the organization for over twenty years.“I was first drawn to Project Literacy because of my passion for helping people reach their potential through achieving their […]
The 26th Annual Volunteer Fair held last weekend at Parkinson Recreation Centre surpassed the expectations of Fair attendees, participants and organizers. “It has been such an amazing day of watching our community connect,” says Dorothee Birker, team lead for KCR’s Community Services Department, which coordinates the Fair. “As the home of the Volunteer Centre of […]