Vancouver
 Chapter

About Room to Read Chapters

Room to Read depends on our chapter leaders and chapter members to help us achieve our annual fundraising goal and to represent Room to Read. Our chapters are comprised of groups of individuals who have made a long-term volunteer commitment to promoting Room to Read within their networks and communities. The chapters organize annual fundraising events, introduce us to potential corporate, foundation and individual supporters and act as representatives for Room to Read within their area.

About the 
Vancouver
 Chapter

The Vancouver Chapter is proud to be part of the growing global community of supporters who are dedicated to Room to Read’s vision of creating a global educational movement. We are focused on creating awareness in our immediate and larger community, developing partnerships and relationships with Room to Read ambassadors in BC, and continuing to fundraiser for Room to Read’s key initiatives. If you are interested in becoming involved, please contact us at vancouver@roomtoread.org


Meet the 
Vancouver
 Chapter Leaders

Sharon Davis
Sharon worked in the Investment Financene industry for over 20 years before shifting to non profit work. Sharon started the Vancouver Chapter of Room to Read after reading John Wood's book in 2007 and derives great satisfaction from applying her corporate skill sets/experience and leveraging relationships for this very worthy cause that provides the gift of education to children.

Upcoming Events

Room to Read -  BOOK SWAP

WHEN:        Thursday Feb 23rd
WHERE:      JJ Bean Coffee Shops:
                  13th and Main
                  6th and Commercial
                  Park & Tilford North Van

Time 3-7pm

Bring a book and swap it for a new read.  An opportunity to meet other book lovers in your area and discuss your favorite books. 

$5.00 Donation to Room to Read buys 5 new chlidren's books for our libraries in the developing world.

Join us on February 23rd and bring your friends along for coffee and good book.
We will have some books on hand to purchase ($5)

Event Photos

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Past Events

July 2011, Indian Summer Festival - SFU Woodwards- ACycle Through India with Leigh Pate
June 2010, First Vancouver Beer for Books, Nu Restaurant
June 2010, Vancouver Read-a-Thon Kick-Off at Rocky Mountain Flatbread in Kitsilano

May 2009, An Evening in the Library with Mr. Allison Rouse (Sr. Development Director of Room to Read), Elsie Roy Elementary School
December 2009, Annual “Train the Trainer” Fundraiser at Momentum Fitness
January 2009, 2nd Annual “Live In For Literacy” – University of British Columbia (UBC)
December 2008, 2nd Annual “Train the Trainer” at Momentum Fitness
November 2008, “See Them Run”, Documentary Screening and Presentation at the Ridge Theatre
July 2008, 13th Annual Varshney Capital Charity Golf Classic, UBC Golf Course
February 2008, Reception: Norman Mackenzie House, University of British Columbia (UBC), Private Residence of Stephen Toope, President and Vice-Chancellor of UBC
January 2008, “Live In For Literacy”` – University of British Columbia (UBC)
December 2007, Annual “Train the Trainer” Fundraiser at Momentum Fitness
July 2007, 12th Annual Varshney Capital Charity Golf Classic, UBC Golf Course
June 2007, Book Signing at Chapters

 

 

Get Involved with the Chapter!

Volunteer with your local chapter: We're thrilled to hear of your interest in getting involved with the chapter! Volunteering with a Room to Read chapter is not only a great way to help further Room to Read's mission, but also to meet new people! Volunteer opportunities include helping to plan events, giving small presentations about Room to Read's work, and introducing Room to Read to new supporters! If you would like to learn more, please update your profile by filling out the Volunteer Form.

 

Organize your own fundraiser or start an online campaign: Whether you’re running a race, encouraging wedding guests to donate in lieu of gifts, hosting a party at your home, or raising money just because you believe in our mission, the personalized fundraising tool will allow you share the Room to Read story with your friends and family through your own web pages and email messages. You can also track the success of your email campaigns and your progress towards your fundraising goal. Check out our Friends Asking Friends section!

 

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