How to Fundraise for Victoria Sexual Assault Centre — Support Survivors in Victoria, BC

Right now in Victoria, community members are reaching out for support.

Your neighbours.

Your coworkers.

Parents at your child’s school.

Friends sitting across from you at dinner.

They are seeking counselling.

They are accessing crisis support.

They are trying to rebuild safety in their lives.

The Victoria Sexual Assault Centre (VSAC) provides free, confidential, trauma-informed support for survivors of sexualized violence in Victoria, BC. The need for services is growing — and community action is essential.

This is not somewhere else. This is here. This is urgent.

1. Attend a VSAC Fundraising Event

One of the simplest and most impactful ways to support survivors is attending a VSAC event in Victoria, BC.

When you participate:

• You raise critical funds for counselling and crisis support

• You increase awareness of sexualized violence in the community

• You show survivors that Victoria stands with them

VSAC hosts a few signature fundraising events each year. Your attendance strengthens community support and directly impacts survivors’ lives.

2. Donate — Directly Supporting Survivors

Financial donations remain essential to keeping counselling and crisis services free and accessible.

Monthly donations are particularly impactful because they provide stability for VSAC programs and allow long-term planning.

3. Host a Fundraiser That Fits Your Life

You don’t need a gala. You need a clear, manageable, intentional idea.

Practical Fundraising Ideas

Small Dinner with Purpose

Invite 6–8 friends. Keep it simple — a potluck works. Ask guests to donate what they would normally spend on a night out ($25–$50). Share why supporting survivors in Victoria matters.

Short-Term Business Campaign

If you own or manage a business:

• Pick a product or service

• Dedicate a set percentage of revenue to VSAC

• Define a clear timeframe

Examples:

• 10% of coffee sales this weekend

• 5% of revenue from one product this month

• 15% of ticket sales from a workshop

Casual Clothes or Theme Day (Schools or Workplaces)

• Participants wear casual clothes in exchange for a donation

• Alternatively, host a theme day (e.g., wear purple in support of survivors) with a short educational moment

Classes or Skills by Donation

• Offer a fitness, art, or cooking class where all fees go to VSAC

• Set a fundraising goal and clearly explain the purpose

Make Your Fundraiser Stronger

No matter the format:

• Be specific about impact: “Funds support free counselling and crisis services for survivors in Victoria.”

• Set a clear fundraising target

• Keep it time-bound

• Share why it matters personally: “Every community needs accessible support for survivors.”

Clarity and transparency increase participation and impact.

Why This Requires Urgent Action

Sexualized violence affects people in every neighbourhood of Victoria.

Funding for counselling and crisis support is not optional — it is essential.

When you attend an event, donate, or host a fundraiser, you:

• Strengthen Victoria’s safety net

• Reduce isolation for survivors

• Ensure support is available when someone reaches out

Every action matters. Every dollar matters.

Ready to Take Action?

All third-party fundraisers benefiting VSAC must be approved before promotion.

To get started:

1. Complete the Third-Party Fundraising and Events Application

2. Email it to [email protected]

3. Receive approval before promoting your event

You don’t need a massive platform. You just need one decision.

Because someone in your community will need support this year — and what we build together determines whether it’s there.