Nearly two dozen charities that help at-risk youth have received Fraser Valley Realtors Charitable Foundation (FVRCF) grants to help fund their work. 

Every year, the foundation gives grants to eligible charities that have applied to help at-risk youth under 29 in select cities south of the Fraser River. The charities must work in Surrey, North Delta, Mission, Abbotsford, the City of 91Ô­´´, the Township of 91Ô­´´, or White Rock. 

"At-risk youth are a key part of our communities, and it is essential that we support them with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to succeed," said John Barbisan, chair of the FVRCF. "We are grateful to partner with these outstanding organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of youth across the Fraser Valley."

The grant recipients were announced at a celebration on Wednesday (Dec. 11) at the foundation's office in Surrey (15463 104 Ave). 

"Among the recipients are organizations providing mentorship programs, educational support, mental health counselling, and recreational activities — all aimed at helping young people build resilience, self-confidence, and a sense of belonging. These initiatives are essential for fostering positive change and ensuring a healthier, more inclusive future for the region," notes an FVRCF news release Thursday (Dec. 12). 

The following charities received grants: 

Cyrus Centre (Abbotsford), Mackie's Place Social House (Surrey), Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited (Mission), Encompass Support Services Society (91Ô­´´ City & Township of 91Ô­´´), Take a Hike Youth Mental Health Foundation (North Delta & Mission), Surrey Fire Fighters' Nutritional Snack Program Society (Surrey), Options Community Services (Surrey), BeMorr Society (All regions), You Wear it Well...Just for Grads Society (Surrey, North Delta, White Rock), Cares Counselling Society (Abbotsford), The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (Surrey), Pathfinder Youth Centre Society (Surrey), Big Brothers Big Sisters of 91Ô­´´ (91Ô­´´ City, Township of 91Ô­´´), Communitas Supportive Care Society (91Ô­´´ City, Township of 91Ô­´´, Abbotsford, Mission), Camp Choice BC (all regions), Zajac Ranch Society (all regions), Alex Neighbourhood House (Surrey, White Rock), Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation & CTS Youth Society (Surrey & Township of 91Ô­´´), Nisa Foundation (Surrey, North Delta, Abbotsford and White Rock), Fraser Region Community Justice Initiatives Association (91Ô­´´ City, Township of 91Ô­´´), PLEA Community Services of BC (Surrey). 

Cyrus Centre in Abbotsford, Mackies Place Youth Social House in Surrey, and Encompass Support Services Society in the Township and City of 91Ô­´´ received two-year grants. 

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