Your generosity changes lives. Here’s how.

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Every dollar donated to ROAR goes directly toward helping LGBTQI+ refugees start a new, safe life in Nanaimo.

Make an Impact Today

ROAR is a registered Canadian charity. To make donations seamless, we use Canada Helps to process digital donations. Whether you give once or monthly, your contribution makes a real difference — helping newcomers find not just shelter, but the stability, skills, and connections they need to become independent and participate fully in our community.

Interested in donating securities or mutual funds?

 You can donate stocks and other securities to help refugees, all while taking advantage of tax benefits.  

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$84

Transportation for a month

$39

Phone Data for a Month

$50

Utilities for a Month

$560

Food & Supplies for One Month

$84

Internet for a Month

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes!

    ROAR is a registered charity in Canada and all donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowable under Canadian law.

    Donations made online are processed through Canada Helps who will issue a tax receipt.

  • Yes!

    We’re happy to accept donations by cheque. Please make your cheque out to Reaching Out Assisting Refugees Society. In order to receive a tax receipt, please include your full name (first, middle, and last), email address, and mailing address and mail it to:

    REACHING OUT ASSISTING
    REFUGEES SOCIETY
    5306 LOST LAKE RD
    NANAIMO BC V9T 5E8

  • Yes!

    We’re happy to accept donations by e-transfer. Please send the donation directly to us at donate@roarrefugees.com. Please send us an email (at the same address) with your full name and mailing address so we can issue a tax receipt.

  • Yes!

    Many of our sponsorship groups seek out donations of items for newcomers, including household items, clothing, vehicles, and other necessities,

    ROAR also accepts donations for our annual silent auction and for giveaways at events - including our annual Picnic en Blanc.

    Please contact us at donate@roarrefugees.com to let us know how you’d like to help.

    Please note, we do not provide tax receipts for in-kind donations.