2020 Giving Hearts Awards Nominees

Presenting Sponsor

This is a year when community generosity has shone more than ever. While we aren’t able to host our annual luncheon event to recognize the 2020 Giving Hearts Awards nominees, we virtually shine a light on the incredible generosity and contributions of the nominated individuals, companies and organizations.

Whether by committing countless hours of fundraising efforts, donating a lifetime of savings or making pivotal gifts, each of our 2020 Giving Hearts Awards nominees embody the spirit of philanthropy. National Philanthropy Day was November 15th, a day to recognize the incredible generosity and contributions of individuals, companies and organizations worldwide.

We are extremely grateful for the support of our sponsors and our volunteer committee who have made this possible.

Click on the nominees name to view a short profile on why they were nominated!

Outstanding Philanthropist Award

The Greczmiel Family nominated by BC Children’s Hospital Foundation & Richmond Hospital Foundation
Dr. Rudy & Mrs. Patricia North nominated by Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia & David Suzuki Foundation
Arnold & Anita Silber nominated by Ronald McDonald House British Columbia & Yukon
Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation nominated by Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation

Outstanding Corporation Award

The Capilano Group nominated by BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund
E.B. Horsman & Son nominated by BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Glotman Simpson Consulting Engineers nominated by BC Cancer Foundation
Grosvenor Americas nominated by VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation
Neptune Terminals nominated by Capilano University & North Shore Neighbourhood House
Nicola Wealth nominated by Covenant House Vancouver & Canuck Place Children’s Hospice
Odlum Brown Limited nominated by Canadian Cancer Society & United Way of the Lower Mainland
Otter Co-op nominated by Canuck Place Children’s Hospice
Pacific Blue Cross nominated by BC Women’s Health Foundation
RLC Park Services nominated by Ronald McDonald House British Columbia & Yukon
Southern Railway of British Columbia (SRY) nominated by Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation
White Spot nominated by Zajac Ranch Society

Outstanding Legacy Philanthropist Award in Partnership with CAGP Greater Vancouver Chapter

The McCarthy Family nominated by BC Cancer Foundation & Burnaby Hospital Foundation
Dr. John McNeill nominated by Heart & Stroke Foundation Canada & University of British Columbia
Dr. A.H. Somjee nominated by Simon Fraser University & Lion’s Gate Hospital Foundation

Outstanding Small Business Award

Glowbal Restaurant Group nominated by Michelle Lan
Integra nominated by Canadian Cancer Society & Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade BC
Smart Wireless nominated by JDRF BC & Yukon

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award

Matt August nominated by Ronald McDonald House British Columbia & Yukon
Dr. Genieve Burley nominated by BC Women’s Health Foundation
Vicki & Kerry Kunzli nominated by Canadian Cancer Society
Mel Zajac nominated by Zajac Ranch Society

Outstanding Youth Philanthropist Award

Jason Guo nominated by BC SPCA
Raisa Jose nominated by Corpus Christi College
Sophia Ladha nominated by JDRF BC & Yukon
Casey Wright nominated by Canadian Cancer Society & BC Children’s Hospital Foundation