Island Crisis Care Society has raised just over half of its fundraising goal ahead of the Coldest Night of the Year walk in Nanaimo.
More than 280 walkers on 45 teams have registered for the event and are raising money for the ICCS Community Impact Fund.
Walks are planned for Feb. 28 in communities across the country, with each event supporting local charities that assist people experiencing homelessness.
Island Crisis Care Society provides housing supports and programs. The organization said the Community Impact Fund is flexible and allows it to help people through short-term assistance, skills training and job-readiness activities.
“This flexibility allows staff to tailor support to each person, rather than being limited by narrow funding categories,” ICCS said. “Donations to the community impact fund have a direct, local impact. They help build confidence, strengthen skills, and create opportunities for people to move forward on their own terms.
So far, Hammond Bay Baptist Church has raised the most money for the Nanaimo walk, at more than $13,500. Fundraising can be followed on the Coldest Night of the Year website.
Individuals and teams can still register and raise funds before Feb. 28.
