Upcoming Special Events

Hungry Hearts: Victoria’s premiere culinary showdown and gala fundraiser for Our Place Society

On September 21, eight of the region’s top chefs will join Our Place at Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort for Hungry Hearts 2024. An exciting competition to create the most heartfelt dishes, Hungry Hearts is a celebration of Victoria’s culinary excellence and caring culture.

This 10th annual Hungry Hearts is a milestone event and pivotal opportunity to break the cycle of addiction for the women of Vancouver Island. Our Place is poised to introduce a dedicated Women’s Recovery Program at their New Roads Therapeutic Recovery Community. This groundbreaking initiative will be the first long-term recovery program for women on the Island and is slated to open in the Fall of 2024. All funds raised at Hungry Hearts 2024 will support this critically needed initiative.

Not just a culinary event, but a heartfelt gathering of community and business leaders, Hungry Hearts spotlights stories of compassion, inspiration, and hope. This uplifting evening features elevated cuisine, auction prizes, live music, and networking opportunities; all in support of a fantastic cause.

Secure your tickets here!

We are currently looking for businesses and community groups to become sponsors and auction donors for Hungry Hearts. A fantastic marketing opportunity that directly supports the vital community services of Our Place Society, please contact rachelh@ourplacesociety.com to learn more today.

Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

CBC and Our Place present a dramatic reading of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol every December at First met United Church on Balmoral. It’s the Christmas message full of hope, redemption and . . . ghosts. Featuring the vocal talents of CBC Radio personalities, Reach Choir and some very special guests. This special in-person event promises to be a heart-warming evening for the whole family.

Coldest Night of the Year is a national community walkathon in support of people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. In February, we take to the streets of downtown Victoria and the Westshore. Leaving the comfort and warmth of our homes we walk in solidarity, raising funds and support for our neighbours in need.

Thank you for walking with us during Coldest Night 2024! Your care and effort made this our most impactful walkathon yet; 763 walkers and 2014 donors raised $192,117 in the Victoria Pandora & Westshore walks!

We look forward to walking together even further towards warmth, nourishment and care, during Coldest Night 2025.

Third Party Events:

Consider throwing a fundraising event in support of Our Place Society!

Have an amazing time, showcase your talents, and support people struggling with poverty and homelessness in our community.

Some examples of successful third party events we have seen include:

• Art shows
• Sports event
• Bottle drive
• Clothing or item drive
• Bake sale
• Musical or Theatre Performance
• Yoga class
• Cold plunge challenge

We embrace creativity and are happy to brainstorm with you and help promote your campaign! We want you to have an amazing time with your community, while raising funds to support our neighbours in  need.

Please contact rachelh@ourplacesociety.com to learn more.