Karissa's Story
Karissa is a friendly and resilient 13-year-old who has been a recipient of Variety funding since she was only four. Since her diagnosis of a facial vascular tumor, she has dealt with chronic pain and complex medical treatments from a young age. The visible condition was also the cause of …
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We’re here to provide direct help to children in BC with special needs - it’s what we’re passionate about and we cover a wide spectrum of support.
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Individual
For IndividualsVariety - the Children's Charity provides direct help to children with funding for medical care and services, mobility and communication equipment and therapies, and education.
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Sunshine Family Van
For IndividualsSunshine Family Vans are new, fully accessible vans provided, as funds are raised, to families in BC with children who need wheelchairs for mobility.
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Variety Cares Fund
For IndividualsThe Variety Cares Fund is administered directly through hospital social workers and supports parents/caregivers who are seeking medical attention for their child while away from their home community.
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BC Family Residence Program
For FamiliesVariety administers the BC Family Residence Program on behalf of the Government of BC to provide accommodation assistance for families while a child requires care at BC Children’s Hospital or Sunny Hill Health Centre.
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Organizational
For OrganizationsWe believe that as a team we can reach even more children with special needs.
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Sunshine Coach
For OrganizationsWe believe children should have access to life-enriching education and experiences. Our Sunshine Coach program helps make that possible.
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