The Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre (SSAC) is more than a place to meet, it’s a thriving community that depends on generosity and shared commitment. As a non-profit society with no government funding or guaranteed income, we rely on the goodwill of our members and community supporters to maintain and grow our programs. Every contribution, large or small, helps ensure that the Centre remains vibrant, welcoming, and sustainable for future generations.
Ways to Make a Difference
1. General Revenue Donations
Gifts to General Revenue provide crucial flexibility, allowing SSAC to meet unexpected expenses and maintain essential services. These funds have helped cover urgent repairs and equipment upgrades, such as extensive repair to our heating and ventilation systems needed to ensure that our facility remains comfortable and safe for all members. An upcoming expense will be installation of a new heat pump to provide air-conditioning to both the Farish and Craft rooms. A contribution to general revenue keeps the Centre running smoothly and responsive to changing needs.
2. The Affordable Lunch Program
Our Affordable Lunch Program ensures that every member can enjoy fresh, nutritious, and affordable meals in a friendly social setting. This is a very successful donation program, so despite rising food costs and kitchen equipment expenses, we have been able to hold entrée prices at just $10–$12 and frozen entrées at $6 & $8 for members. Thank you so much for your generous donations and the work of chefs Emily, Jackie, assistant Liz and our team of dedicated kitchen volunteers, as they strive to minimise costs yet still produce meals of such high quality.
3. SSAC Endowment Fund – Building Long-Term Security
For true sustainability, SSAC created an Endowment Fund administered by the Sunshine Coast Foundation. This professionally managed fund generates yearly income through investment returns, providing a predictable source of support for operations and special projects.
Donations to the Endowment Fund can be made online through the Sunshine Coast Foundation’s website or via a link at myssac.com. This fund is also an ideal destination for legacy gifts through wills or estates, leaving a lasting impact for the seniors who will follow.
4. Legacy and In Memoriam Giving
A legacy gift allows you to make a meaningful contribution that continues beyond your lifetime. Whether you choose to include SSAC in your will, designate a life insurance policy, or make an in-memoriam gift in honour of a loved one, your generosity becomes part of the enduring story of our Centre. These gifts are an expression of gratitude and vision, ensuring that future members can enjoy the same sense of community and care that you value today.
5. Donating Securities – A Tax-Smart Option
One of the most efficient ways to give is by donating publicly traded securities such as stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. When you donate securities directly rather than selling them first, you avoid paying capital gains tax on their appreciated value and still receive a charitable tax receipt for the full market value. This can significantly reduce your tax burden while maximizing your impact. Donations of securities can be made to any of SSAC’s giving programs, including the Endowment Fund through the Sunshine Coast Foundation.
For more information on this process contact Executive Director Vicki Raw through the front office or .
Tax Receipts and Recognition
All donations of $25 or more receive an official tax receipt. Donors may also choose to be recognized publicly or remain anonymous. Donation forms are available at the SSAC front desk or online at myssac.com/donate. Payments can be made by cash, cheque, credit, or debit.
Contributions are honoured at the following levels:
Bronze: up to $100
Silver: $100–$1,000
Gold: $1,000–$5,000
Platinum: $5,000+
A donor honour roll and donation totals for 2025 will appear in the January edition of the Echo.
Together, We Build the Future
Every gift, whether it sustains daily operations, supports affordable meals, or contributes to our long-term endowment, helps strengthen the heart of our community. By investing in the Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre today, you are ensuring that it continues to enrich lives, foster connections, and provide support for generations to come.
