National Philanthropy Day Award Archives
2008 Recipients Generosity of Spirit Award - presented by the Victoria FoundationHelen and Ted Hughes
Together and independently, Helen and Ted Hughes have supported many causes and organizations
across British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Helen is involved in various committees that focus on
children, youth and families because she believes that these are the pillars for a strong community. A few
of the groups Helen is involved with are Victoria Youth Empowerment Society and the Literacy Advisory
Group. Ted has served on a variety of boards and committees and is currently the Co-Chair of the Greater Colalition to End Homelessness.
Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer Award - presented by Telus
Maria Dominelli
Maria Dominelli is well known in our community as an advocate for children. As a director for eight
years and past chair of the Queen Alexandra Foundation, she helped to raise millions of dollars for the
construction of two new centres. For twelve years Maria has been a leader in one of the city’s largest
events- the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival - helping to raise critical funds to support women with breast
cancer. The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the Victoria Walk for the Cure cabinet are just a
few other groups that benefit from Maria’s tireless efforts. Maria leads by example and hard work, always
inspiring others to get involved and help.
Outstanding Philanthropic Service Club - presented by the United Way
Women’s Institutes of BC (Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands)
2008 marks the 100th anniversary of this remarkable group of women who have made outstanding
contributions to life in our communities. They were integral in raising funds to establish the BC
Children’s Hospital and the original Queen Alexandra Solarium for Crippled Children that opened in
1926. Since that time, tens of thousands of children and youth have been helped thanks to their
determination and vision. The environment, sustainable farming and the support of healthy communities
are all part of their focus and efforts.
Corporate Citizenship Award - presented by the University of Victoria
RBC Financial Group
RBC focuses support on a number of critical needs areas: education, health, social services, environment,
arts and culture and civic engagement. RBC inspires individuals to give back with its RBC Employee
Volunteer Grants Program, which recognizes employees and retirees for the work they do in their
communities. RBC is committed to making a lasting social impact through inspired, responsible giving by
building strong partnerships with the charitable sector.
Youth in Philanthropy Award presented by Scotiabank
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2008 Gallery
