About Variety – the Children’s Charity BC

Since 1966, Variety – the Children’s Charity of BC has stepped in where health care ends, providing direct help to children and their families and ensuring that all children have the support they need to reach their fullest potential and thrive.

We’re one of the oldest registered charities in BC! Our Registered Charity number is: #108168709.

Child development is complex, with individual needs that require unique care and support throughout childhood – support that is often not covered by public or private health plans. It is a journey that children and their families face with perseverance, and with the support of the community and your generosity, Variety is by their side.

Funding from Variety helps to cover a wide range of assistance including...

• Adaptive and mobility equipment that allows children to get out and be active in their communities
  
  
• Specialized therapies (such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or speech and language therapy) for kids to learn how to communicate effectively, get stronger after cancer treatment, or learn to master everyday skills that will help them find confidence and independence
  
  
• Private autism assessments and private psychoeducational assessments that help families gain insight into their child’s unique strengths and challenges
  
  
• Access to critical counselling services for kids who may be struggling with invisible challenges in their day-to-day lives
  
  
• Educational support such as bursaries for tutoring and tuition for specialized schools so children can succeed in the classroom

A charity that grew out of a single good deed, Variety has been transforming the lives of children around the world for almost a century.

In 1927, the original Variety Club was formed by 11 businessmen working in the entertainment industry. This group discovered an abandoned infant in one of their theatres and banded together to raise her. This alliance grew into an organization that puts children first. Variety BC is just one of the 41 chapters in 11 countries around the world that form the entire Variety International organization today. 

Here in British Columbia, our chapter was established in 1966, focusing on empowering children with special needs throughout the province. Continually inspired by our roots in teamwork, we’ve partnered with donors and businesses to raise millions of dollars to help children and families across the province.

The funds that are raised in BC are distributed exclusively in BC.

Learn more at variety.bc.ca