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COMMUNITY IMPACT

Together, we create a future where everyone can flourish

We believe in supporting local non-profit and charitable organizations that serve the most vulnerable in our communities. We create capacity in the social sector by leveraging our financial strength and our social vision, Lead Well. Through Lead Well, employees volunteer their time and skills to help our communities flourish.

Our partnerships

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The Full Cupboard

We’re committed to fighting food insecurity through our signature cause, The Full Cupboard. Since 2016 we have raised more than $781,000—equivalent to 2 million meals.

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BC Cancer Foundation

Cancer touches many lives, including our colleague Lisa and her husband. With one in two British Columbians affected, we’ve committed $400,000 over four years to the BC Cancer Foundation through initiatives like the Workout to Conquer Cancer Challenge.

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First West Foundation

Established in 1996, the First West Foundation is our philanthropic partner and a federally registered charity. It has awarded over $12.6 million in grants, including $975,759 to 100 charities in 2024.

Working together

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Social Enterprise Fund

We are proud to support the launch of the Community Impact Social Enterprise Fund, providing accessible financing to help nonprofit social enterprises start, grow, and create lasting community impact.

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Local partnership requests

We believe in the power of partnership to create lasting, positive change in our communities, fostering sustainable collaborations aligned with six Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Community impact

Through Lead Well, team members grow as leaders while giving back—contributing over 2,000 hours in 2024 to support those in need and strengthen communities across B.C.

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Our impact

How we help

Cowichan Valley Youth Services

Cowichan Valley Youth Services (CVYS) supports youth in strengthening relationships with themselves, their families, and their communities. In 2024–2025, Island Savings partnered with CVYS to provide over 900 hours of counselling to 30 youth aged 13–18, offering a safe, supportive space to build coping skills, improve communication, and navigate challenges toward a healthier future.

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Clements Centre

In 2024, Island Savings expanded its partnership with the Clements Centre to support The Mindful Mouthful, a social enterprise bakery creating meaningful employment for people with developmental disabilities. Funding enabled the purchase of essential equipment, helping increase production, grow revenue, and expand sustainable job opportunities in the community.

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FED Urban Agriculture Society

FED Urban Agriculture is a Victoria-based charity advancing food access, urban gardening, and community education. In 2024, FED grew 7,470 lbs of produce, of which 800 lbs were donated, launched the Community Harvest Program delivering 70 food boxes, and created mini gardens in underused spaces—while operating a social enterprise that educates and supplies fresh food locally.

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Do Some Good

Together we can create great things

We are proud to be partners with Do Some Good in our commitment to building a community of like-minded, socially responsible community leaders who positively impact our non-profit sector with their time and talent.

Do Some Good’s mission is to leverage the power of technology to increase overall engagement, building stronger and more connected communities. Working together, volunteers, non-profit organizations and businesses can make a collective impact. We invite you to create your own profile and join our growing online community today.

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