Adapting Our Generosity: The Power of Unrestricted Giving in Unexpected Times

In times of unexpected community emergencies, such as the COVID-19 Pandemic, the devastating floods and fires across our province, and the need to respond to racial injustice occurring in communities throughout our province, it becomes evident that our charitable goals must adapt to the evolving needs of our society.

While it’s only natural to direct our donations to causes that hold personal significance, we must recognize that the world around us is constantly changing. Unforeseen crises can strike, eclipsing the societal issues of the past. Diseases can be eradicated while new ones emerge, neighborhoods can transform, and our understanding of social matters can mature, redirecting our priorities.

This is where the concept of unrestricted giving plays a pivotal role in shaping our collective futures. Whether you give to our Community Impact Fund or give from your existing Donor Advised Fund, doing so without constraints reflects a generous spirit that places trust in Vancouver Foundation and the community’s ability to respond to the pressing issues of the day. Much like a family savings account for a rainy day, our funding model endures indefinitely, ready to address emerging and unexpected challenges in communities across our province.

In charitable terms, this is how we stay inspired by the community. We remain vigilant, adapting to changing circumstances as we grow and evolve. Whether it’s children and families, health, education, the environment, or social services, we are prepared to pivot and allocate resources where they are most urgently needed.

While designated giving provides essential support for specific causes and interventions, it may not account for the unforeseen shifts in our world. With unrestricted giving, your donations chart the shortest path to achieving the greatest possible impact, ensuring that we can address the pressing needs of our community, even in the face of unexpected emergencies.

Ask us how to set up your funds so they are flexible to support the community priorities of today.