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South Okanagan Victim Assistance Society (SOVAS) receives Community Foundation grant

The South Okanagan Victim Assistance Society (SOVAS) received a grant from the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan - Similkameen

 

The South Okanagan Victim Assistance Society (SOVAS) recently received a grant of $3,500 from the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan - Similkameen to improve office space for their victim services and counselling programs.

The grant from the South Okanagan - Similkameen went towards purchasing a larger seating area, an additional work station and office furniture to help our office run more efficiently and to create a more welcoming space.

SOVAS provides victim support services and counseling services to approximately 1,200 women and men per year who have experienced abuse and violence. In addition to client services, SOVAS is active in community fundraising, educational and awareness initiatives.

The Community Foundation of the South Okanagan - Similkameen has served this  region for over 20 years, working with donors to create legacies in the form of permanent endowment funds.