Group created on Apr 9, 2020
Violence & Abuse Reduction Impact Portfolio
Giving Group Vancouver, BC
Youth/childrenOutreach and welfareCommunity developmentHealthEducation and research
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Total raised since group was created
$1,660.15
Last gift received on Dec 15, 2020
Highlights
$1,050.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$610.15
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
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Group Admins
Domestic violence is increasing with prolonged isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. By giving to the Violence & Abuse Reduction Portfolio, your gift will make the biggest impact possible.
The Group's Purpose
Call to domestic violence and abuse hotlines have increased dramatically since the Covid-19 crisis began. Children, youth, and women are amongst the most at-risk, and isolation has increased the possibility of violence and abuse. Additionally, physical distancing measures have reduced or eliminated the ability for these individuals to access their support networks and resources. Under these stressful situations, individuals are looking for support in understanding their options and how to stay safe in dangerous conditions.
A team of students from the Vancouver Social Value Fund and Social Innovation Academy programs, representing both UBC and SFU, are taking time to understand these issues better by holding conversations with those who work in this area already. They are helping to identify the greatest needs in the community, and to learn which organizations are able to make use of charitable donations in this causal issue today. As this work is completed, this Giving Group portfolio will be updated to reflect the understandings gained from these conversations.
How to Help
Donations to this Giving Group will be directed towards the following charities:
Battered Women’s Support Services
Established in 1979, Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS) has a long history of support and advocacy for women who have experienced abuse. BWSS provides a variety of services, including a Crisis & Intake Line and Counselling, Support Groups and related programs. Due to Covid-19, they have seen a 300% increase in calls to their crisis line, which provides support and help create safety plans for those who call.
Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre
Founded in 1978, the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre provides few safe spaces for self-identified women and their children. In addition to safe refuge from conditions reulsting from poverty and violence, the Centre provides basic necessities and support to improve their health, employment, and housing situations. They continue to operate to support women affected by Covid-19. In addition to donating to thie Giving Group, you can also support their donations wish list: http://dewc.ca/donation-faq
Atira Women’s Resource Society
Atira Women’s Resource Society was founded in 1982 to support women and children affected by violence, by offering a variety of services. This includes: safe and supportive housing, family care, health and wellbeing programs, and employment initiatives. In response to Covid-19, Atira has set up a call-in line for women to support housing, food, medication and many more other types of needs.
If you have any ideas or questions, please let us know at [email protected].
About the Organizers
The National Social Value Fund runs an experiential program for students that supports youth from diverse faculties take control of running a local community impact fund
Social Innovation Academy is a national initiative that focuses on supporting social purpose organizations and develops the next generation of social innovation leaders across Canada.
Group created on Apr 9, 2020
Total raised since group was created
$1,660.15
Last gift received on Dec 15, 2020
Highlights
$1,050.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$610.15
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
Impact Ambassador Program | ChooseYourImpact
campaign
Violence & Abuse Reduction Impact Portfolio
Giving Group Vancouver, BC
Youth/childrenOutreach and welfareCommunity developmentHealthEducation and research
Join to post in the group and receive group messages.
Group created on Apr 9, 2020
Total raised since group was created
$1,660.15
Last gift received on Dec 15, 2020
Highlights
$1,050.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$610.15
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
Impact Ambassador Program | ChooseYourImpact
campaign
Group Admins
Domestic violence is increasing with prolonged isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. By giving to the Violence & Abuse Reduction Portfolio, your gift will make the biggest impact possible.
The Group's Purpose
Call to domestic violence and abuse hotlines have increased dramatically since the Covid-19 crisis began. Children, youth, and women are amongst the most at-risk, and isolation has increased the possibility of violence and abuse. Additionally, physical distancing measures have reduced or eliminated the ability for these individuals to access their support networks and resources. Under these stressful situations, individuals are looking for support in understanding their options and how to stay safe in dangerous conditions.
A team of students from the Vancouver Social Value Fund and Social Innovation Academy programs, representing both UBC and SFU, are taking time to understand these issues better by holding conversations with those who work in this area already. They are helping to identify the greatest needs in the community, and to learn which organizations are able to make use of charitable donations in this causal issue today. As this work is completed, this Giving Group portfolio will be updated to reflect the understandings gained from these conversations.
How to Help
Donations to this Giving Group will be directed towards the following charities:
Battered Women’s Support Services
Established in 1979, Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS) has a long history of support and advocacy for women who have experienced abuse. BWSS provides a variety of services, including a Crisis & Intake Line and Counselling, Support Groups and related programs. Due to Covid-19, they have seen a 300% increase in calls to their crisis line, which provides support and help create safety plans for those who call.
Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre
Founded in 1978, the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre provides few safe spaces for self-identified women and their children. In addition to safe refuge from conditions reulsting from poverty and violence, the Centre provides basic necessities and support to improve their health, employment, and housing situations. They continue to operate to support women affected by Covid-19. In addition to donating to thie Giving Group, you can also support their donations wish list: http://dewc.ca/donation-faq
Atira Women’s Resource Society
Atira Women’s Resource Society was founded in 1982 to support women and children affected by violence, by offering a variety of services. This includes: safe and supportive housing, family care, health and wellbeing programs, and employment initiatives. In response to Covid-19, Atira has set up a call-in line for women to support housing, food, medication and many more other types of needs.
If you have any ideas or questions, please let us know at [email protected].
About the Organizers
The National Social Value Fund runs an experiential program for students that supports youth from diverse faculties take control of running a local community impact fund
Social Innovation Academy is a national initiative that focuses on supporting social purpose organizations and develops the next generation of social innovation leaders across Canada.
Group created on Apr 9, 2020
Total raised since group was created
$1,660.15
Last gift received on Dec 15, 2020
Highlights
$1,050.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$610.15
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
Impact Ambassador Program | ChooseYourImpact
campaign