Youth futures
Mentorship, skills, and pathways that help young people shape what comes next.
Vancouver · Since 2012
Good things
grow together.
ZLC Foundation invests in people and ideas creating a more connected, thriving future for Vancouver and beyond.
Discover our workWhy we exist
The future is something we make together.
We believe meaningful change starts close to home. ZLC Foundation partners with the people closest to the challenges, providing flexible support, trusted relationships, and room to imagine a better way forward.
12
years of listening
and learning
$4.8m
invested in local
possibility
1
shared belief:
everyone belongs
Where we focus
Small actions.
Lasting ripples.
We fund the people moving their communities forward, one brave idea at a time.
Stronger communities
Backing local leaders who turn care, creativity, and connection into action.
A healthier planet
Supporting practical climate solutions that make everyday life better for everyone.
A growing impact
Progress looks
like people.
2,400+
young people reached
86
community-led projects
31
neighbourhood partners
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