Parksville Rotary donates $25,000 to community organizations

The Rotary Club of Parksville has donated $25,000 to various community organizations to support youth and social services.

Key allocations include $12,500 to the Youth Outreach Program to establish school-based support for at-risk students in the Qualicum School District. An additional $10,000 was provided to the Society of Organized Services’ Youth Open Space/Gradwear Program, which offers a safe environment for students and affordable formal wear for graduates.

Further contributions include $2,000 to the DayHomes Society for a seasonal shelter permit and $500 to the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps.