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About CKNW Kids' Fund and Capital Direct's Generous Donations
November 22, 2024
For decades, the CKNW Kids' Fund has been a beacon of hope, helping children with physical, mental, and social challenges achieve their potential. Rooted in a tradition of community support and compassionate care, the fund empowers families by providing essential resources, programs, and services that make a difference in the lives of young people across British Columbia.
The impact of the CKNW Kids' Fund is amplified through partnerships with organizations like Capital Direct, a trusted financial solutions company committed to giving back to the community. Capital Direct’s contributions play a vital role in ensuring the fund’s initiatives continue to thrive. Their generous donations have helped finance critical programs, including:
- Specialized Equipment and Technology: Providing children with mobility aids, communication devices, and other tools to enhance their independence.
- Therapeutic Services: Supporting mental health initiatives and physical therapy programs tailored to meet individual needs.
- Community Enrichment Programs: Fostering inclusivity and growth through arts, sports, and educational activities.
- Capital Direct’s partnership reflects a shared vision of creating a brighter, more inclusive future for children in need. Their support ensures the CKNW Kids' Fund can reach even more families, delivering impactful solutions where they are needed most.
Together, the CKNW Kids' Fund and Capital Direct are building a legacy of hope, resilience, and opportunity—because every child deserves the chance to shine.
Catch Richard Nichols, President of Capital Direct, on the CKNW radio show as he shares his passion for giving back to the community. Hear firsthand how much Capital Direct values its partnership with the CKNW Kids' Fund and why their contributions are instrumental in ensuring the fund’s vital initiatives continue to thrive.
Tune In: Richard Nichols, President of Capital Direct, Shares Insights on Supporting the CKNW Kids' Fund
From funding specialized programs to creating opportunities for children in need, Capital Direct’s commitment to making a difference shines through. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about the power of community, collaboration, and giving back.
For more information on the CKNW Kids' Fund and how to DONATE TODAY:
https://www.cknwkidsfund.com/what-is-cknw-kids-fund-adgrant?gad_source=1
Capital Direct I Income Trust is Championing Single Mothers Together
February 15, 2024
LOOK WHAT'S BEEN ACHIEVED WITH CAPITAL DIRECT'S SUPPORT!
As we start the year with excitement about initiatives and goals for 2024, we at the Cause We Care Foundation want to reflect and acknowledge Capital Direct who played a part last year in our mission to help single mothers achieve economic security and create positive futures for themselves and their children. You have inspired action through your ongoing donations to our Holiday Care Package Drive and our Single Mothers Support Fund, and we have been successful together in championing single mothers in our community.
HOLIDAY CARE PACKAGE DRIVE
On December 5th our volunteers and donors gathered at BC Place to assemble and deliver 1,200 care packages valued at over $250 each to 37 frontline organizations who provide ongoing services and resources directly to single mothers and their children. We are grateful for their valuable assistance in ensuring each Care Package reaches a family in need.
SINGLE MOTHERS
SUPPORT FUND
In 2023, Cause We Care expanded our reach and was able to support more single mothers than ever before. By the end of the year, we realized investment in the futures of 47 single mothers through our Single Mothers Support Fund (SMSF). With a total of $278,000 in grants, we effectively met the needs of single mothers pursuing education, and equipped them to provide stability for their families by supporting ongoing living expenses such as groceries, childcare, transportation and utilities. The SMSF supports women with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including survivors of domestic violence, new immigrants, refugees and widows. These women are pursuing a wide range of education and vocational training such as Environmental Engineering, Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Social Work, Education, Library Information and Human Resources.
One of our admirable recipients describes how the SMSF has made an impact in her life:
“I am so thankful to have had your organization's support. I honestly cannot imagine having to work more than I did to support my family while enduring an incredibly stressful practicum and final term. I am so grateful to have had that financial cushioning, as well as the silent hopes of the hundreds of donors contributing to CWC pushing me forward. Sometimes, when things were hard, I would imagine them all cheering for me. I ended up graduating second in my class of 432. I was also hired into a full-time position three weeks before I graduated. Please tell your donors that their cheers were heard and now they have something more to cheer about: a win! A little family of four off to a great re-start at life.” -Sophia*, Graduate of the Faculty of Education, SFU
Thank you to all of those who helped in making a difference and who continue to support Cause We Care as the most effective way to fund single mothers and their frontline organizations in the BC Lower Mainland. We are excited to see what we can do together in 2024!
Cause We Care Foundation
408 - 611 Alexander St
Vancouver, BC
Canada V6A1E1
[email protected]
www.causewecare.org
Capital Direct I Income Trust is Empowering Communities and Transforming Lives
Capital Direct Income Trust is proud to stand alongside VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation with a shared commitment to strengthening communities, transforming lives, and creating a healthier future.
December 15, 2023
This partnership embodies Capital Direct’s unwavering belief in the power of community, financial stability, and world-class healthcare where individuals and families flourish.
Together, we are on a journey to build a healthier future, where innovation drives progress, dedication fuels change, and partnership ignites transformation. The partnership between Capital Direct and VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is an embodiment of this journey, a journey where individual actions merge to create a collective force for positive change.
Join us in this moment of unity, purpose, and transformation. Together, with Capital Direct's visionary partnership and your gift, we will empower communities, transform lives, and lead the way towards a healthier future for generations to come.
CAPITAL DIRECT'S IMPACTFUL PARTNERSHIP WITH CAUSE WE CARE: A SEASON OF GIVING
In the spirit of the holiday season, Capital Direct proudly stands as a beacon of generosity and community support.
December 8, 2023
Capital Direct is a friend and sponsor of the CKNW Kids' Fund. Listen to Capital Direct's Richard Nichols talk to CKNW about our support.
As a Diamond Level Corporate Champion of the Cause We Care Holiday Care Package Campaign, the company has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in our community.
The much-anticipated event took place on December 4th at the iconic BC Place Stadium, bringing together dedicated individuals and organizations determined to spread joy and support to those who need it most. Capital Direct took center stage by committing to match care package sales up to an impressive $35,000. This commitment, aimed at doubling the impact of donations, played a pivotal role in supporting a total of 400 care packages destined for single mother-led families across the Lower Mainland.
The incredible outcome of the Cause We Care Holiday Care Package Campaign was made possible through the generosity of Capital Direct and its dedication to making a difference. The matching donation initiative propelled the campaign to exceed its initial goal, ultimately funding a total of 1200 care packages.
Behind the scenes, the Capital Direct volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure the efficient packing and delivery of these care packages. Their efforts did not go unnoticed, and Cause We Care extends its heartfelt appreciation for the invaluable contribution to the campaign's success.
What makes these care packages so impactful? They include backpacks filled with warm clothing, $100 grocery gift cards, small gifts, and nutritious food items. These thoughtful bundles aim to bring comfort and joy to vulnerable families, making the holiday season a little brighter for those facing challenging circumstances.
Capital Direct's long-standing support of Cause We Care shines as a testament to their commitment to community well-being. This partnership has not only provided tangible support to single mothers in need but has also fostered a sense of unity and compassion within the community.
As we approach the holiday season, we extend our warmest wishes to the team at Capital Direct. May your celebrations be filled with joy, surrounded by friends and family. We look forward to continuing this impactful collaboration in the New Year, striving to create positive change in the lives of those who need it most.
In closing, we express our deepest gratitude to Capital Direct for their enduring support of Cause We Care. Together, we have made a meaningful difference in the lives of single mothers, embodying the true spirit of the season. To learn more about this campaign and how to get involved visit www.causewecare.org
Happy holidays to all, and here's to a New Year filled with continued generosity and community impact!
CAUSE WE CARE HOLIDAY CARE PACKAGE CAMPAIGN
Capital Direct has committed to matching care package sales up to $35,000.
November 15, 2023
Capital Direct is proud to be a Diamond Level Corporate Champion of the Cause We Care Holiday Care Package Campaign which will be held on December 4 th at BC Place Stadium. Capital Direct has committed to matching care package sales up to $35,000, doubling the impact of donations to support a total of 400 care packages to single mother-led families across the Lower Mainland.
Along with our support, Cause We Care Foundation will deliver care packages to 1200 single mother-led families this holiday season. For so many families the holidays are a financially challenging time. Capital Direct is pleased to help alleviate the burden on low-income families by partnering with Cause We Care to pack and deliver these essential care packages to neighbourhood houses, transition houses, schools and a variety of other front-line organizations.
The Holiday Care Packages include backpacks filled with warm clothing, $100 grocery gift cards, small gifts and nutritious food items that help to make the season much brighter for vulnerable families. We are pleased that our participation helps to improve the lives of thousands of single mothers and children in the Lower Mainland. To learn more about this campaign and how to get involved visit www.causewecare.org
CAPITAL DIRECT & CAUSE WE CARE FOUNDATION
Capital Direct’s continued support of our Care Package Campaign
December 14, 2022
Hi Richard, Barb and Eire,
I just wanted to reach out to thank you all so much for Capital Direct’s continued support of our Care Package Campaign this week! We were so happy to partner with you once again on this initiative and to meet our goal of delivering 1200 care packages to single mothers in need. You were such a huge part of the success of the campaign and we truly appreciate your generosity.
We were also so happy to welcome Eire and your Capital Direct colleagues as volunteers and guests at our Open House. I’ve attached a couple of pictures of your amazing team who worked so hard and with such heart.
Thank you again for everything and we hope you all have a wonderful holiday season with your friends and families!
Shannon
Shannon Newman-Bennett
Executive Director
Cause We Care Foundation
Suite 408 - 611 Alexander Street
Vancouver, BC V6A 1E1
C: 604-787-1358
www.causewecare.org
CAPITAL DIRECT IN THE COMMUNITY
Capital Direct is once again proud to support the CKNW Kids' Fund
November 30, 2021
For over 75 years, the CKNW Kids' Fund has been a pillar of support for children living with physical, mental and social challenges in BC.
Through a dynamic network of community outreach, tireless fundraising and generous donors, we have created a lifeline for these brave kids and their families, who struggle with the often enormous cost of equipment, therapies and programs so crucial to their development.
Capital Direct is a friend and sponsor of the CKNW Kids' Fund. Listen to Capital Direct's Richard Nichols talk to Sophie Lui from CKNW about our support.
Capital Direct Co-Sponsors Lunches for Front Line Workers
May 12, 2020
Capital Direct and the Joey Restaurant Group have partnered to provide lunches for Front Line Workers. Thank you to everyone that has kept the world going!
Watch the video.
Capital Direct is proud to support the CKNW Kids' Fund
December 3, 2019
The CKNW Kids' Fund enhances the lives of children in BC living with physical, mental, social, and behavioural challenges. Through community outreach, fundraising and generous donors, the CKNW Kids' Fund has been a pillar of support.
Capital Direct is a friend of the CKNW Kids' Fund. Pictured here, Capital Direct's Richard Nichols supports the Kids' Fund on telethon day.
Capital Direct I Income Trust Returns as BCBusiness Top 100 Event Sponsor
June 20, 2019
Once again, Capital Direct I Income Trust was proud to return as presenting sponsor for the 2019 BC Business Top 100 Luncheon, honouring the province's top businesses.
At this year's event, special guest Jim Treliving, one of Canada's most renowned businesses leaders (Chairman and owner of Boston Pizza International and a veteran of CBC's Dragons' Den), shared stories of his success.
Capital Direct Supports Holiday Care Package Drive
December 11, 2018
Capital Direct is proud to once again support Cause We Care in their holiday care package drive. The drive brings Christmas cheer to over 800 single mother-led families in our community.
The campaign provides care packages which are stuffed with essentials like non-perishable, high protein foods and warm accessories. They also contain few extra treats for the mothers and kids, because everyone deserves to feel special over the holidays.
In addition to providing matching donations, Capital Direct and our team supported the campaign by helping to fill hundreds of care packages.
Capital Direct Supports CKNW Kids' Fund
December 4, 2018
Through donations and volunteerism, Capital Direct is a proud supporter of the CKNW Kids' Fund
The CKNW Kids' fund is one of the largest sources of individual funding in BC for kids with special needs.CKNW Kids' Fund supports kids and families by providing extra medical, social, educational or environmental supports to improve overall quality of life.
Capital Direct I Income Trust Sponsors BCBusiness Top 100 Event
June 28, 2018
Capital Direct I Income Trust was proud to return as presenting sponsor for this year's BC Business Top 100 Luncheon.
This year's guest, business mogul Ian Telfer, shared stories about building one of the world's biggest mining companies: Goldcorp. From the inspiration he took from his father, to his thoughts on taking personal responsibility and improving ourselves before pointing the finger at others, we found his interview a pleasure to hear.
Capital Direct Support Cause We Care for Mother's Day
May 11, 2018
Capital Direct is proud to support Cause We Care through volunteering as well as participating as a corporate donor. In addition to helping host this year's Mother's Day Luncheon, the team at Capital Direct helped fill 425 Mother's Day Care Packages as part of Cause We Care's Mother's Day hamper drive. These packages provide much needed toiletry supplies, housekeeping supplies, bus passes and more which are distributed to single mothers in need in our community.
Investing in the Power of Mentorship: GrapeJuice 2018
April 26, 2018
Capital Direct is a proud supporter of Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland. This year, Capital Direct I Income Trust once again acted as the Presenting Sponsor for the GrapeJuice 2018 fundraising event. This year, GrapeJuice raised $108,000, and since its inception the event has raised over $708,000 to support mentoring programs run by Big Sisters to empower girls to reach their full potential.
Capital Direct Supports Cause We Care Holiday Package Campaign
December 12, 2017
To help extend the reach of Cause We Care's Holiday Package Campaign, Capital Direct matched donations to the campaign, doubling the funds available to deliver support to single mothers and their children. In addition, Capital Direct team members assisted by volunteering their time to prepare and load the packages. Packages contained essentials like high protein, non-perishable foods, warm accessories, plus a few treats for the mothers and kids.
Capital Direct I Income Trust Sponsors BCBusiness Top 100 Event
June 29, 2017
Capital Direct I Income Trust was proud to be the presenting sponsor at this year's BCBusiness - Top 100 Event, which recognizes British Columbia's business leaders. The unrivaled networking event has been connecting, motivating, and inspiring B.C.'s top business leaders for more than 25 years.
This year's event had a very special guest: David Foster, a native of Victoria, one of the most successful music producers in history and the founder of the David Foster Foundation. What a pleasure it was to hear all his incredible stories, and learn about his life experiences. He demonstrated that even with bad grades at school, if you have drive, passion and the right work ethic, you can achieve any goal you set. The David Foster Foundation is a wonderful platform for David to give back to society and over 25 years has provided millions of dollars to Canadian families with children undergoing life-saving organ transplants.
Cause We Care Mother's Day Hamper Drive and Luncheon
May 3, 2017
On May 3rd, Capital Direct's Richard Nichols helped host the Cause We Care Foundation Mother's Day Luncheon event. In addition, with the support of matching donations from Capital Direct, Cause We Care delivered another successful Mother's Day hamper drive. With the help of 40 volunteers they stuffed and delivered 400 hampers to 17 locations across the Lower Mainland.
Capital Direct Supports Big Sisters' GrapeJuice Event
April 26, 2017
Capital Direct is proud to act as presenting sponsor for this year's GrapeJuice event. GrapeJuice is a wine tasting and auction to raise funds in support of Big Sisters. This year, the event helped raise much needed funds for Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, totalling over $100,000, which will help Big Sisters support 50 girls from their waitlist.
Capital Direct Supports Cause We Care Hamper Drive
December 15, 2016
Capital Direct is a proud supporter of Cause We Care's Hamper Drive. This year, Cause We Care and Capital Direct joined forces in a matching program where Capital Direct pledged dollar for dollar amounts donated by Cause We Care's supporters to be used for a Christmas hamper campaign. In addition to volunteering time, Capital Direct ultimately donated $26,000 for a total of $52,000 going towards helping single mothers. Caroline Woodcock, Cause We Care's General Manager, commented "We are absolutely blown away with Capital Directs generosity!" Overall, the campaign delivered a record number of 750 hampers to families across the lower mainland.
...stuffing 750 Christmas hampers.
Vancouver 2012 Half Marathon
May 6, 2012
The Capital Direct I Income Trust team happily participated in the Vancouver Half Marathon. After several months of Forerunners Half Marathon run clinics, we were happy to complete the run, and now we're looking forward to next year's run.
