Trauma-informed counselling and wrap-around programs for at-risk youth
JANUARY 15, 2021 Citta, a women’s lifestyle athletic wear company, is supporting the Dan’s Legacy Foundation during a month-long promotion from January 15th to February 15th. For each pair of tights sold, Citta will donate another pair of tights to the charity’s Fitness program for youth at risk. “Citta wanted to find a way to … Read more
“The only time you should look down on someone is when you’re helping them get back up.” Destiny Newton said this last year at our gala, and explained how Dan’s Legacy gave her a new start in life with shelter, food, clothing, support and counselling. Raised in a family of addicts, Destiny says she struggled … Read more
March 22, 2020 A group of philanthropically minded local chefs, most of whom have been temporarily laid off due to COVID-19 restaurant closures, are working with Dan’s Legacy to transform surplus food into delicious soups and meals for those in need in the community. Chefs TJ Conwi and Bruce Nollert from Ono Vancouver, Chef Warren … Read more
December 11, 2019 – Coast Capital Savings recently provided a grant of $24,000 to the Dan’s Legacy Foundation in support of the charity’s “East Van Dan’s” program. The funds will provide counselling and land-based intervention therapies to at-risk Indigenous youth. Youth such as “Michael”, an 18 year old Indigenous young man who was heavily involved … Read more
To recognize #givingtuesday, here’s a story about some youth who gave their most valuable possession – their time – to make a difference in the lives of other at-risk youth who have nothing. T’yanna and Benny helped us stuff backpacks with warm clothing, space blankets, waterproof ponchos and power bars that we are giving … Read more
October 4, 2019 New Westminster, BC – The challenge is on once again at the Dan’s Legacy 6th Annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner on November 2nd in Surrey, as the entire menu will be created using surplus food. Funds raised at the gala go towards Dan’s Legacy’s therapeutic counselling and life-skills programs for youth battling trauma-based … Read more
CMA Foundation announces recipients of this year’s Healthy Canadians Grants TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2019 The CMA Foundation (CMAF) is thrilled to announce the 15 recipients of the 2019 Healthy Canadians Grants program. Launched in 2018, the Healthy Canadians Grants program supports community-run initiatives that improve the quality of life for patients and vulnerable populations living … Read more
On Tuesday, November 6, 118 guests turned out in support of the 5th Annual Chef’s Charity Dinner at the Beach Grove Golf Club in Tsawwassen and raised $47,163 for Dan’s Legacy. The funds will go towards the charity’s counselling and life-skills programs for youth affected by trauma-based mental health and addictions challenges. CBC Radio Host … Read more
WE RAISED OVER $47,000! FULL STORY HERE Our 5th Annual Chef’s Charity Dinner presented by CN Rail takes place on Tuesday, November 6th, 2018 at 6:00pm at the beautiful Beach Grove Golf Club in Tsawwassen. We invite you to join us for a fabulous evening of gourmet cuisine, music, live and silent auctions, and a … Read more
For Immediate Release Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions July 6, 2018 Province, Dan’s Legacy Foundation to provide counselling support to more youth VICTORIA – The Government of British Columbia is taking action to support young people struggling with mental health and addiction. To ensure that more at-risk youth in Metro Vancouver have access to … Read more