Supporting solutions to youth homelessness is our entire community’s responsibility.
Since 2015, youth have visited us more than 200,000 times. Directions Youth Services has been here for this region’s youth for more than 30 years. The youth we work with are part of our community, they always have been. As far off as some of our clients’ problems might seem from your day-to-day reality, these youth are our neighbours, friends, coworkers, and children. YOU might even know someone who has been to one of our sites. Every single thing we do to support homeless youth is something we’re doing to build up our community.
Build up youth in your community today.
Ways to support our work
Give now
Your donation today provides immediate help to the Vancouver youth we’re supporting 24/7/365.
Fundraise
There are so many ways to fundraise in support of Directions Youth Services! You can fundraise online, host your own fundraising event, or even collect donations in lieu of gifts for a birthday or celebration.
We’d love to help you plan the best fundraiser for your goals and lifestyle.
Securities
Donating appreciated securities is a tax-effective way to support DYS. It’s a straightforward process. Complete our securities donation form and then provide it to your broker (who will arrange the transfer on your behalf). For assistance or questions about the process, don’t hesitate to reach out:
Give monthly
Your monthly donations give us a steady stream of reliable funds, allowing us to plan ahead and think bigger about how to best support those who need us.
Legacy giving
The most common ways to leave a legacy gift are naming DYS as a beneficiary in your will or life insurance policy, or by creating an endowment fund named in honour of you or your loved ones.
To discuss other options, make plans to leave a legacy, or inform us of a gift you’ve made, please contact us using the button below.
Give crypto
Cryptocurrency investors can make a significant difference for the communities they care about. Support DYS with a 100% tax-receiptable donation of Bitcoin or Ethereum, and use your tax credit to offset capital gains.
Give supplies
We’re always in need of:
gently used or new casual clothing, especially for young men
new underwear and socks
shoes, especially in sizes 10+
rain gear and umbrellas
packaged hygiene products, especially in individual serving sizes
gift cards & certificates (small denominations of $10, $15, and $20) to fast food, grocery stores, and home goods shops
food donations that follow Food Safe regulations
Or donate via our Amazon Wishlist.
Giving as a business? Visit FSGV to learn more about how to get involved.
