Back to School
True change doesn’t happen in one session; it happens when youth know someone is in their corner every single day. Meet Lenny and Lindsay, two alumni whose lives were reshaped by our full-time clinical support, and learn how joining our community of monthly donors helps keep that daily foundation strong.
Take a Hike Cowichan: Matching Gift
When youth have continuous clinical support and empowering outdoor experiences, high school becomes transformative. Thanks to a dedicated family in the Cowichan community, every donation made to Take a Hike Cowichan this school year will be matched dollar for dollar up to $100,000.
Take a Hike Turns 25
This year marks 25 years of Take a Hike. That means we’ve been supporting youth with our one-of-a-kind program for a quarter of a century!
It’s a huge milestone for us, one that honors our past, the youth we serve, and our community of dedicated supporters. It’s a milestone we couldn’t have reached without the generosity of our supporters, who we share this celebration with. This commitment was recently recognized by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade at the 2025 Business Distinction Awards, where the organization was named Non-Profit of the Year.
How We Help
25
years of empowering youth
14
programs across Canada
2,000+
lives transformed
Our Stories
Victoria Foundation Spotlight: How Daily Support Transforms Youth Mental Health
Read the Victoria Foundation’s inside look at how our Vancouver Island teams walk alongside youth, providing the foundation they need to overcome barriers.
Ward’s Story
“It felt like a little community.” Read how Cowichan alum Ward found connection, clinical support, and the encouragement to pursue his passion for art.
Take A Hike On A Tall Ship
During our spring sailing season this year, a significant challenge turned into a beautiful opportunity to grow a bursary partnership with a local organization: