Nanaimo Foundation

The Nanaimo Foundation is a community foundation and a registered Canadian charity operating in Nanaimo, B.C. on Vancouver Island. By connecting visionary donors with causes that truly matter, we’re able to invest in people, projects by assisting local charitable organizations to make our communities stronger—now and for the long-term. As a registered Canadian charity, we manage charitable gifts from donors whose generosity allows us to create permanent, income-earning funds, which are distributed in the areas the donors wish to support. A gift to the Nanaimo Foundation makes a difference to the communities we serve now and in perpetuity. The geographic area served by the Nanaimo Foundation is defined by the boundaries of School District 68 which includes the communities of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Gabriola Island, Cedar and Ladysmith. At the Nanaimo Foundation, we are passionate about community. Everything we do is intended to help build vibrancy, health, and resiliency in our community. Our Canada Revenue Agency registration number is: