The West Vancouver Community Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization that exists to connect caring people with causes that matter. Since the start of the Foundation, which was established in 1979, donors have helped create a charitable endowment of over 13 million dollars, the income from which supports local community projects in health, social services, education, arts and culture, environment and recreation. The West Vancouver Community Foundation aspires to be a healthy and vibrant community where everyone is valued, contributes and feels they belong.