Christmas Cheer Fund
Sometimes, the greatest gifts don’t come wrapped.
For a woman finding safety after escaping violence.
For a child receiving the specialized support they need to thrive.
For a newcomer building a life in an unfamiliar community.
The Christmas Cheer Fund supports three local charities doing extraordinary work:
Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism and Kamloops Immigrant Services.
Be the Cheer That Brightens Their Year!
For more than 30 years, the Christmas Cheer Fund has brought our community together to help people who need a little extra support during the holiday season.
Your generosity helps these three remarkable organizations provide safety, care, opportunity, and hope to individuals and families right here in Kamloops.
Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference. Together, we can share the spirit of Christmas with those who need it most.
Make a memory, make a difference!
This year, we’re inviting you to be part of the Christmas Cheer tradition in a special way!
Visit our Christmas Cheer Donation Station in downtown Kamloops, make a donation, and let us treat you to a festive holiday photo!
Bring your family, your friends, your coworkers, or just yourself. We’ll capture a fun or sentimental Christmas photo that you can share digitally with loved ones.
It’s our little way of giving back to the people who give so generously to others.
Christmas Cheer Donation Station
November 30 – December 19, 2026
Monday to Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm
TNRD Library / Kamloops Art Gallery Atrium
465 Victoria Street, Kamloops
So many ways to give…
Can’t Make It to the Donation Station?
BC Interior Community Foundation, 2- 219 Victoria Street. Open Tuesday thru Friday, 9:00 am – 4 pm. (Closed from 12:30 – 1pm for lunch)
Castanet Kamloops, 102-635 Victoria Street. Open Monday thru Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm
Cheques can also be sent to BCICF, 2 – 219 Victoria Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2A1 through Canada Post. Please ensure all cheques are made out to BC Interior Community Foundation and indicate the Christmas Cheer Fund. Include your phone number and email address so we can issue a tax receipt and/or contact you should there be any issues with your donation.
Learn more about
The 2026 Charities
Kamloops Y Women’s Emergency Shelter
The Y Women’s Emergency Shelter is the longest-standing recipient of the proceeds. Services offered to those in need are more akin to that of a transition house. Typically, the staff help survivors with their finances, income assistance or finding employment. Sometimes, individuals may require legal support and childcare agreements.
Those who visit the Y’s program stay between 30 and 120 days while they are transitioning away from gender-based violence.
Kamloops Immigrant Services
Kamloops Immigrant Services (KIS) is dedicated to empowering immigrants, refugees, migrants, visible minorities, and first-generation Canadians to become full and equal members of Canadian society. Through innovative programs, settlement support, language learning, employment services, and community connections, they help newcomers build safe, meaningful, and successful lives in Kamloops. By fostering collaboration, raising awareness, and addressing barriers, KIS strengthens the social, cultural, and economic fabric of our community. They are committed to advancing equity, eliminating racism, and celebrating the unique contributions newcomers bring, creating a more inclusive, welcoming, and vibrant society where diversity is valued and everyone can thrive.
Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism
The Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism is committed to helping individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder unlock their potential, build meaningful connections, and develop lifelong skills on their unique path to success. Through personalized therapeutic services, they assist individuals in strengthening their place within the community and support them in better managing daily challenges by focusing on essential life skills.
Their work benefits families and communities by promoting active involvement and fostering stronger connections at home. Ultimately, their work centres on helping individuals reach their full potential. By providing opportunities for growth and development, they support those they serve to lead more fulfilling lives.