29 LEGION FOUNDATION Established in 1997, the Legion Foundation is the charitable arm of the BC/Yukon Command of the Royal Canadian Legion. As a registered charitable organization, our mission is to care for Veterans, 昀rst responders and their families; and seniors in local communities. Through the generous donations of individuals and Legion Branches, the Legion Foundation runs or provides funding directly to the following initiatives: Support for Veterans experiencing homelessness • Leave the Streets Behind: Comfort bags provide provisions while a Veteran is awaiting house. Apartment kits provide basic household goods once permanent housing is located. • Veterans House Victoria: Supportive transitional housing and connections to services to help Veterans get back on their feet again. • Veteran Homelessness Program: Rent supplements, utility payments, assistance with rental arrears & deposits for low-income Veterans. Support for Veterans transitioning to civilian life • Career transition services: Veterans are able to fast-track their career options by gaining university credit for skills acquired while serving. • Mental health: Small-group counselling provided by speci昀cally trained psychologists with peer support from other Veterans. • Service Dogs: ADI accredited and trained dogs help provide a lifeline for their Veteran. Other support for Veterans • Research in trauma & PTSD: Funding research projects and programs that investigate solutions and treatments to the unique struggles of Veterans. • Medical supports: Medical services & equipment to help Veterans recover from injury. Some of the ways you can help: • Make a one-time donation in memory of a loved one • Commit to a monthly donation • Remember the Legion Foundation in your Will • Support our Key Tag program this fall Initiatives like these would not be possible without the kindness of those who have donated. Thank you! We are grateful for the support we have received. For more information, visit our website at www.legionbcyukonfoundation.ca
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