P.E.I. Family Violence Prevention Services endowment fund reaches $1 million

“We Did It” was the theme for a reception recently held by P.E.I. Family Violence Prevention Services (P.E.I. FVPS).

Almost two years ago, a small committee, chaired by Valerie Docherty, agreed to raise $1 million for an endowment fund and the goal has been reached.

“Islanders are such generous people, and they understand the importance of providing programs and services to women and their children who are experiencing violence in their lives,” said Docherty.

The endowment fund campaign is called “Building Brighter Futures”, and each contributor to the campaign is known as a “Future Builder”. The reception was held in November to announce the goal was met and to thank each person and business who believe in the organization.

Like all non-profits, fundraising is a requirement and P.E.I. FVSP must still raise 25 per cent of its budget.

More information on this campaign can be found at www.fvps. ca/brighterfutures/.