'It's just been phenomenal': B.C. non-profits facing growing demand
CTV
Some Metro Vancouver non-profits are seeing a surge in demand before the holidays that’s outpacing previous years.
Some Metro Vancouver non-profits are seeing a surge in demand before the holidays that’s outpacing previous years.
Lisa Werring, the executive director of the Surrey Christmas Bureau, said the charity usually supports 2,000 families during this time of year.
This holiday season, she said, more than 2,300 families have asked for help.
Werring added she’s seeing many families reach out to the bureau who have never accessed its services before.
”It’s just been phenomenal.” she said.
Werring said the charity is trying to help alleviate financial stress for families by providing grocery vouchers and free Christmas gifts.
Vanessa Euverman has been frequenting the charity for a number of years.
