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The Canadian Cancer Society invests in world-leading cancer research, influences policies to shape healthier communities and provides unwavering support to all who need it, for all cancers, all over Canada.
The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way. Help us make a difference. Call 1-888-939-3333 or visit cancer.ca today.
The primary goals of the Vancouver Sun Run are the promotion of health, fitness, and a sense of community.
When the race began in 1985, just 3,200 participants walked or ran on the streets of downtown Vancouver. Each year the race grew, attracting new people to what soon became a Vancouver tradition of fun and fitness. Although not designed as a charity event, the Vancouver Sun Run is proud to have donated more than $3.48 million in proceeds for important causes since 1985.
Participants can support our partner charities by making a donation during registration or creating their own pledge page on the charity’s site which you can click below. We encourage you to make a donation and run on behalf of a great cause! Any money you personally raise using your pledge page (on the charity sites) will go directly to your selected charity.
Register for the race, then click below on your choice of charity to set up your pledge page. If you donated during the registration process, the charity will send your Tax Receipt AFTER the race season (May-June).
On behalf of all the charities, we THANK YOU for your support.
Our mission is to cure ALS through funding research while advocating for and supporting people living with ALS.
The BC Epilepsy Society is a non-profit charitable organization that supports the over 50,000 people living with epilepsy in BC and their families, friends, and loved ones by welcoming them into an epilepsy community that provide information, awareness, advocacy, and support. We also work to raise awareness of epilepsy in the community.
Our mission at Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver is to enable impactful mentoring relationships where children and youth can discover their power and potential in collaboration with our local communities.
Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is the only national, volunteer-based charity focused on finding the cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improving the lives of children and adults affected by these diseases.
The Dr. Peter Centre is a non-profit health care facility located in Vancouver’s West End, dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to those living with complex, overlapping health and social challenges like HIV/AIDS, mental health challenges, substance use and homelessness. Through a holistic approach that includes medical care, counseling, housing, nutrition and therapeutic activities, the Centre offers the sidelined 2% a safe and inclusive environment for healing and connection.
Family Network for Deaf Children brings families and Deaf kids together – and for some children, it may be the very first time they meet another Deaf person just like them. Sign language. Camps. Programs. Deaf role models. Friendships. A whole lot of fun. Families find connection and belonging. Deaf kids grow up confident, proud of who they are, and knowing their future is bright.
The First Nations Health Foundation is the only foundation of its kind in Canada, advancing equitable and culturally safe healthcare for First Nations people through philanthropy, partnership, and First Nations-led approaches. Together with First Nations communities, the First Nations Health Authority, and donors, we support self-determined health and wellness and help create a lasting legacy for future generations.
The Greater Vancouver Food Bank provides healthy food to those in need. The GVFB sees over 800,000 visits from clients annually across Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster and the North Shore. The GVFB is also supporting over 170 Agency Partners with their own food programs in their communities.
For more than 70 years, Heart & Stroke has been working to beat heart disease and stroke and support everyone affected by these conditions. Through research, education, and advocacy, we’re helping create a healthier future for people across Canada
The Kettle Society is a non-profit with nearly 50 years of experience supporting people living with mental illness in Vancouver. Grounded in compassion, dignity, and inclusion, we provide over 400 units of supportive housing and a continuum of recovery, employment, and community services that help more than 6,000 people each year find stability and lead healthier lives. With the support of our donor community, members can access essentials like meals, clothing, and low-barrier employment while finding belonging, friendship, and hope. Our vision is simple: a community where every person matters and has a place.
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is a national health charity dedicated to eliminating the burden of kidney disease through research, advocacy, education, and support for patients and their families. Since 1964, it has funded innovative research, raised awareness about organ donation, and provided critical services to those affected by kidney disease across the country.
Mom2Mom supports children in poverty by empowering their moms. We provide single mothers with groceries, household essentials, extracurricular opportunities for kids, and emergency assistance, creating a strong yearround support system. With healthier, bettersupported moms, children can grow and thrive despite the challenges of poverty.
North Shore Women’s Centre is a non-profit organization established in 1973, dedicated to improving and advocating for the status, safety, and well-being of women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals across the North Shore. NSWC offers a wide range of empowerment programs and services that help foster a more equitable and supportive community.
The Raise-a-Reader fundraising and awareness campaign was created by the Vancouver Sun newspaper in 1997 to support family literacy programs in BC. It empowers children and families with tools to improve their reading skills. These skills are the foundation for lifelong learning that affects the quality of life and the health and social economic well-being of individuals, families and communities.
Stanley Park Ecology inspires curiosity, connection, and stewardship of urban ecosystems through education, conservation, and research rooted in Stanley Park. We bring people of all ages closer to nature, empowering communities across Metro Vancouver to protect biodiversity.
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is the leading charity investing in health care innovation in BC. As Vancouver Coastal Health’s primary philanthropic partner, the Foundation raises essential funds for VGH, UBC Hospital Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute, G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre and Vancouver Community Health Services. Donations fund groundbreaking research, world-class health care teams and life saving treatments for the most complex cases across the province.