WE ARE IN
THE HOPE
BUSINESS

CityReach Care Society is a registered Canadian charity serving thousands of vulnerable individuals, children and families across Greater Vancouver. Specializing in meeting tangible needs through food security initiatives, CityReach provides a network of support through a variety of programs and community events. With Hope at our core, CityReach is seeing lives changed and helping people prosper.

OUR MISSION

Helping People Prosper.

OUR VISION

To see individuals and families thrive in all areas of life, by meeting tangible needs in our community and beyond.

OUR VALUES

We offer faith-based and community-based programs and activities in a safe and caring environment, where everyone is welcomed and real needs are met.

Inspiring Change

Our Leadership

Meet the driving force behind our community initiatives.

John Doe
Director

With years of experience and a passion for making a difference.

Jane Smith
Manager

Bringing expertise and dedication to our community programs.

Michael Johnson
Coordinator

Working tirelessly to ensure the success of our outreach efforts.

Sarah Davis
Supervisor

Providing guidance and support to our dedicated team members.

Robert Wilson
Assistant

Contributing to the success of our community initiatives with enthusiasm.

Emily Thompson
Coordinator

Bringing creativity and innovation to our outreach programs.

David Lee
Manager

Ensuring the smooth operation of our community events and initiatives.

Jennifer Brown
Supervisor

Providing leadership and support to our dedicated team members.

Join us!

Be part of our mission to make a difference.

Empowering

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team is committed to making a difference.

Simon Gau
Executive Director
simong@cityreach.org

What a great privilege it is to get to work alongside this incredibly hardworking and passionate staff. Together with our amazing volunteers we are meeting tangible needs in our community giving HOPE for tomorrow. Next time you see me walking around one of our CityReach campuses, come say HI!

Anne Choi
Out Of School Care Program Leader
annec@cityreach.org

I am blessed to be part of an amazing team looking after a group of fantastic kids for Out of School Program at CityReach. As a full-time Program Leader, I also assist with administrative tasks like registration and planning for our after school program and all of our day camps! I love that we are making a difference in the lives of many families in our community.

Cheryl McManus
Associate Director
cherylm@cityreach.org

I love getting to be a part of the CityReach team, and be able to work with our team to make our programs, facilities, school partnerships and community relations the best they can be. I get to work both behind the scenes and up front with incredible people to see our mission to reach individuals and families come to life!

Claudia Kassia
Out Of School Care Assistant Director
claudiak@cityreach.org

As the Assistant Director, I assist in the leading, oversight, and implementing of a creative and interactive age-appropriate children’s program. I find a lot of joy in facilitating activities with the children in our Out of School Care Program. It has been a privilege to witness the lessons they learn and relationships they build with each other. It is an honor to watch each child grow as an individual and support their relationship with each other, staff, and activities in a fun and meaningful ways.

Craig Savage
Tri-Cities Director & Club Freedom Director
craigs@cityreach.org

I work with Club Freedom to bring hope to those facing homelessness, poverty, and mental health issues in Vancouver, Surrey, and the Tri-Cities. I also direct CityReach's activities like Food For Families and community events. This is possible thanks to our dedicated volunteers. My passion is for everyone to experience and express pure love.

EDISON ALVARADO
Food For Families Logistic Facilitator

Hello everyone! It is a great pleasure for me to have become part of this great team at CityReach and the Food for Families program. From day one, I felt like family. Hand-in-hand with our volunteers, we bring joy to people's homes, and we will continue day by day to reach more families. God is so wonderful that he shows his love to everyone, and we will continue to move forward in this work, together.

Elton Dias
Club Freedom Surrey Chaplain
eltond@cityreach.org

Having lived in the Middle East for 42 years, I have seen people from all walks of life suffer different types of addiction, including addiction to money and things that would never satisfy their appetite. I was one of these people. I had a successful career in the automotive industry, but I had a dark secret - an addiction of my own to alcohol. Nobody knew except God. But He created me for something better. When He saved me, I was in a dark place, but today, He is my light. He has shown me the plans He has for me. That is why I am here at CityReach - to be the light to the lost. Working with the Club Freedom team to help others see that there is hope, light, and life for them is an honour.

Giovanna Mota
Out Of School Care Program Leader

Hello! It is a joy and a privilege to be part of God's work through CityReach. I am excited to take on the role of Out of School Program Leader as it allows me to see up-close the growth and achievements of each amazing child. I'm excited for what's to come and look forward to seeing the positive impact they make on the next generation.

Hannah Li
Part Time Out of School Care Program Leader

I’m honoured to be working at Cityreach's amazing out of school care program as a Program Leader. It is a blessing to be able to build relationships and connections with the kids and staff as we walk alongside each other daily. I am looking forward to continue pouring into the kids and to see what God has in store for all who are a part of this program.

Jason Tischer
Cityreach Tri-Cities Adopt-a-school Rep
jasont@cityreach.org

It is a pleasure serving in the committed team that is CityReach Care Society. I have a passion for seeing young people get the best opportunities to grow in leadership by serving their local community. Creating and facilitating opportunities for that to happen is our goal. We hope to support our local schools in any way that we can. Whether it’s helping with an existing project or shining light on hidden potential, our desire is to see students and schools prosper in the Tri-Cities.

Jemal Damtawe
Club Freedom Chaplaincy & Outreach Director
jemald@cityreach.org

Hi! I help those facing homelessness, addictions, or mental illness in our community. Together with a dedicated team, we offer not just food but also spiritual support. Every Sunday, we host a worship service followed by a lovingly prepared meal for about 150 guests. I also offer listening and advice throughout the week.

John Lau
Food For Families Assistant Manager
johnl@cityreach.org

Hi! I am grateful to be a member of the CityReach staff, working with the Food For Families team. We have an a amazing group of colleagues and volunteers who serve the community together across Greater Vancouver, and bring hope to those families that are in need.

Leila Santana
Food For Families Operations Manager
leilas@cityreach.org

It is my great joy to be part of Food For Families team where we have the honour of blessing many families from our city and beyond. I love serving alongside our amazing volunteer team and getting to know each person that come through our doors. I’m very thankful we actually get to make a difference in the lives of so many people.

Leslie Junior
Donor Relations & Community Engagement Coordinator
lesliej@cityreach.org

I am so honored to be part of the CityReach Care Society team. I am very happy to see the joy and hope that is given to our surrounding community and to see what God is doing through the people here. We are called to be a light in the world, and that’s exactly what the Hope business is all about. I look forward to seeing you out in the community, or at one of our programs or events soon.

Lydia Park
Fundraising Director
lydiap@cityreach.org

Hello hello! I am the Fundraising Director at CityReach. It’s an honor to be able to serve alongside this amazing team at Broadway Church and CityReach. My passion is to be of service of others and “To Help People Prosper”.

Natalie Tang
Out Of School Care Director

Hello! I have the privilege to be the Out of School Care Director and I am grateful to be part of what God is doing here through CityReach and the lives in our community! We want to create a safe, fun, and collaborative environment that supports each child’s development in holistic ways. I enjoy working alongside an amazing staff team that commits to loving and caring for the children and families in our program

Nicole Preston
Surrey Director
nicolep@cityreach.org

I love seeing what CityReach does and how our programs help so many people! My role is to work with CityReach to explore new initiatives in the city of Surrey. Do you live in Surrey or Langley and would love to see CityReach expand? I would love to have coffee with you and chat about the opportunities that are opening up for us to take part in. Feel free to email me!

Paul Moores
Surrey Community Coordinator
paulm@cityreach.org

My name is Paul and I’m the Surrey Community Coordinator. I get to help people access all of our CityReach programs in Surrey. I’d love to buy you a coffee and chat more if you are a person or organization that would like to know more about CityReach.

Rika Ando
Receptionist / General Admin
rikaa@broadwaychurch.com

Hello! When phoning into the CityReach office, I’m the one who will answer your call! My role here is to interact with the public and enable them to connect with staff and pastors, at both CityReach Care Society and Broadway Church. I also provide administrative support to many staff members.

Shanya Hosanee
Community Program and Events Assistant
shanyah@cityreach.org

Hello! I am the Community Program and Events Assistant here at CityReach. I aid our Events Director and the Adopt-A-School Director in any way needed, such as assisting with administration, communication, volunteer recruitment, and program coordination. I am beyond blessed to be a part of the CityReach organization and to be part of a group of people who are impacting the communities around us.

Shar Monillas
Community Events Director
sharm@cityreach.org

It's an honour to be part of the CityReach team as the Events Director. I get to help plan amazing events like Boxes of Love, Coldest Night of the Year, and Back to School Blast, where we get to bring community and fun to our families. I love being able to create a space for people to encounter the hope and love of Jesus - and I feel lucky to be able to do this alongside amazing people. If you have any questions about any upcoming events, feel free to get in touch with me!

Sharon Dong
Food For Families Director
sharond@cityreach.org

I am responsible for the Food for Families Program including food partnerships, food security, health & safety and the overall program management of our food banks. I was born in Vancouver and grew up in the neighbourhood so I am so excited our team can provide nutritious food to our guests. I look forward to meeting and getting to know all our guests so we can serve you better. We are in the HOPE business!

Siu Hung
Food For Families Truck Driver
siuh@cityreach.org

Hi! My name is Siu Hung and I drive the CityReach truck. I think trucks are super cool, and I am very blessed to be part of this wonderful organization. Thank you CityReach Care Society. Thank you Broadway Church. Thank you co-workers. Thank you volunteers. Thank you donors.

Stephen Forsyth
Food For Families Mobile Coordinator
stephenf@cityreach.org

Hi! What a pleasure it is to be a part of such an incredible organization. As Mobile Coordinator, I have the chance to work with our incredible volunteer teams at our distribution sites in Port Coquitlam and South Vancouver. I love seeing people joining God in his redemptive work in our world!

Zina Minchenko
Food For Families Volunteer Coordinator

I'm honored to work with talented, passionate individuals at an organization impacting our community. As the Food for Families Volunteer Coordinator, I meet new people weekly and ensure everyone can volunteer at CityReach. Our diverse volunteers create a fun community as we serve our guests. If interested in volunteering, I'd love to hear from you.

Job Opportunities!

Learn more about our current opportunities at the link below.

CityReach In The News

We are grateful for any opportunities to share the work we get to do in this community and invite others to be a part of it! Here are some recent highlights, updates and interviews where CityReach has been featured in local news. Check them out below!

A Day with CityReach

Five FoodMesh team members headed to East Vancouver to spend the day volunteering with charity partner CityReach Care Society, and enjoyed a tour of its rooftop beehives while they were at it.

Creating Conversation

CityReach’s Food For Families Program served 48,231 fresh food hampers last year and it takes over 100 volunteers each week to operate.

Nature’s Path: Food Security Partnerships

Donations like those from Nature’s Path make all the difference in supporting local families with quality food support. Hear more about our Food For Families program and how we are making a difference, together.

Impact Report

Impact Report 2023

We are pleased to share our new impact report from our programs and events in 2023! Thanks to our generous donors, partners, and volunteers, we are making a difference in the lives of thousands of individuals and families in need in the Greater Vancouver Area.

CityReach Care Society is a registered Canadian charity serving the Greater Vancouver Area. We also receive generous support from a number of corporate and individual donors, without whom we could not do what we do.

Financial Partners

Community Partners

In-Kind Partners

Events Partners