Outreach

The Marguerite Dixon House provides safe, secure, temporary accommodation for women and their children who are directly fleeing abuse. They offer support, information, and referrals. Accept donations of toys, clothing, and household items through Deer Lake United Church (604-299-4211), from 9 am to 1 pm Tuesday to Friday.
Marguerite Dixon House
A special memorial page for Wenda Erickson

Inspired by the Christian gospel, which nurtures, empowers and liberates, First United Church is an inner city ministry of the United Church of Canada.  Called by the Spirit to be a part of the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver this ministry:  affirms the worth of individuals, empowers communities, and works for social justice.
First United Mission
Donations and Volunteering at First United

The Edmonds Youth Resource Centre is a drop-in centre that provides a safe space for at-risk youth, ages 13 to 18. Youth can access clothing, personal hygiene products, hot meals, one-to-one support, crisis intervention, information, advocacy, and referral.
Open during the evenings, Wednesday to Friday; call for details.
7443 Edmonds Street
604-522-2327