Elevation Outdoors
Winner: October 2024
Elevation Outdoors offers a variety of programs aimed at youth who face barriers to outdoor activities. Through skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and other adventures, the organization builds confidence and provides life-changing experiences. By connecting young people with nature and mentors, Elevation Outdoors is committed to making outdoor experiences accessible to all, inspiring a positive and lasting impact in the lives of its participants.
Hands In Service
Winner: July 2024
Hands In Service has a mission to provide free, compassionate in-home assistance, referral services and access to food security for individuals facing socio-economic, mobility and health challenges. They believe that every individual deserves dignity, respect, and meaningful connections with those who care, and we passionately pursue this goal within the scope of our mandate.
Okanagan Fruit Tree Project Society
Winner: May 2024
The Okanagan Fruit Tree Project fosters community by promoting local food systems and runs programs to minimize waste, increase access to fresh produce, and educate food system issues. Volunteers grow, harvest, and distribute fruits, vegetables, and nuts, sharing the bounty with schools and social service organizations while also creating products for fundraising.
HOPE Outreach Okanagan
Winner: February 2024
Hope Okanagan's mission is to support sex-trade workers who may experience vulnerability on a journey to realizing their potential of living a safe and healthy life, providing essential resources and counseling services to empower them. Through their dedicated efforts, Hope Okanagan strives to foster resilience and create a brighter future for individuals and families facing adversity.
Central Okanagan Fire Relief Fund
Winner: October 2023
The Central Okanagan Fire Relief charity is dedicated to providing crucial support to individuals affected by wildfires in the Central Okanagan region.
Dress for Success
Winner: July 2023
Dress for Success Kelowna is dedicated to empowering women for professional success. By offering professional attire, career development tools, and a supportive community, the charity helps women entering or re-entering the workforce to build confidence and self-esteem.
Autism Okanagan
Winner: April 2023
The Autism Okanagan Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by autism in the Okanagan region. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, the charity strives to enhance the quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum by providing resources, services, and fostering a supportive environment.
Proud for Prom
Winner: February 2023
Proud for Prom is a non-profit organization focused on providing LGBTQ+ youth with the opportunity to attend prom in an inclusive and affirming environment. The charity collects and distributes donated formal wear, such as suits and dresses, to ensure that every young person has the chance to celebrate this significant milestone with dignity and pride.
