In partnership with BakerWest Real Estate and Vancouver Career College, the event aims to raise funds to support programming and the future goals of the Social Diversity for Children Foundation
VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Social Diversity for Children Foundation is excited to welcome the 2022 Brivia Once Upon A Shine Gala presented by BakerWest Real Estate and Vancouver Career College. The Gala will return to the elegant Westin Bayshore in Vancouver on September 3rd. Tickets are available now at SDCfund.org.
The 2022 Brivia Once Upon A Shine Gala will be an uplifting evening filled with incredible talent and heart-warming stories of empowerment from children of all abilities and will help bring them closer to their end goal of opening a centre where they can accommodate their growing programming and host future galas.
“The Once Upon a Shine Gala is a night to celebrate the kids that benefit from the foundation’s programming. Children from our programs will get a chance to perform in front of hundreds of guests and attendees, and we are excited to be able to showcase what they have been working towards over the past year. It’s events like this that help us to empower our participants throughout the year,” said SDC Founder David James Wang.
In addition to performances, stories and speeches, attendees will find a unique selection of auction items. Every ticket and winning bid will directly support the efforts of the foundation.
“We value the people and care about the community that we are part of, and we are extremely grateful to contribute to providing quality social learning programs for youth in our community as we expand our presence in Western Canada,” said Kheng Ly, Gala Honourary Chair, President and CEO at Brivia Group, title sponsor for the gala.
In the last two years, The Social Diversity for Children Foundation has reached a record-breaking number of participants. This year, they are projecting a 30% increase in programming, with VR and Drama being their fastest-growing programs.
“It was incredible to see how successful the gala turned out last year, and we are thrilled to see even more participants make an appearance this year, with support doubling every year we’ve been involved. It’s been our pleasure to be working with the foundation for the past three years, and we look forward to continuing working with the team, and continue this momentum in our goal to empower youth to empower children with disabilities,” added presenting sponsor and Gala Co-Chair Jacky Chan, CEO of BakerWest Real Estate.
The foundation holds a mission to support youth to empower other children with disabilities by offering various programs to come together, socialize, make friends, and learn from each other. The foundation works to equip youth leaders with the skills and resources to educate their communities about the importance of diversity and discussion. It aims to provide quality social learning programs from all socioeconomic backgrounds in the community.
“The programs the foundation offers are an excellent way to bring together youths of all socioeconomic backgrounds. As education leaders, we are thrilled to help educate and equip our future youth leaders who will make a difference in our community,” noted Laura Guzman, Director of Community Relations at Vancouver Career College, presenting sponsor.
The Social Diversity for Children Foundation currently offers five types of programs including music, art, virtual reality, math, and drama. Overall, leading 88 programs, involving 1,350 direct participants and over 5,000 indirect beneficiaries. Riding the success and momentum of last year’s gala, this year’s program organizers are anticipating higher participation and programming needs for the Fall and Winter 2022 semesters.
About Social Diversity for Children Foundation
Social Diversity for Children Foundation is a registered Canadian charity with a mission to empower youth to empower children with disabilities. The foundation is primarily run by youth leaders in the Greater Vancouver area, backed by Board Directors from across the world.
https://www.socialdiversity.org/
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