Community Partners.
Pooni Group Foundation's impact wouldn't be possible without the organizations we're proud to call partners. From hospitals and schools to local businesses and sports foundations, each relationship reflects our shared commitment to building stronger, healthier communities across BC. Explore our partners below.
Education
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Pooni Group Foundation proudly supports students at the University of British Columbia through the Thunderbird Award for BIPOC Students and the Pooni Family Thunderbird Award in Soccer. These scholarships reflect the Foundation's commitment to expanding access to post-secondary education and supporting student success both in the classroom and beyond.
University of Victoria
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to support student success at the University of Victoria through the Pooni Family Award in Geography and the Pooni Family Award in Business. These annual awards recognize undergraduate students continuing their studies in the Department of Geography and the Peter B. Gustavson School of Business, helping to celebrate academic excellence and invest in the next generation of leaders and professionals.
New Westminster Secondary School
Pooni Group Foundation proudly awards eight scholarships each year to graduating students at New Westminster Secondary School. These awards include the Doug Woodward Perseverance Award – Basketball, Ken Bowman Coach's Award, Judy Wilson Award for the Arts, Harbhajan Kaur Pooni Award for Kindness, The 89'ers Award for Community Service, Bill Ranford Hockey Award, Stan Smyl Leadership Award, and the Kandyse McClure Outstanding Performance Award, celebrating students who have made a positive impact throughout their high school journey.
Fraser Academy
Pooni Group Foundation proudly supports student success at Fraser Academy through the Chris Higgins & Family Award for Commitment to Education & Community. This scholarship recognizes a student who demonstrates a strong commitment to their education while making meaningful contributions to their school and community, celebrating the values of perseverance, leadership, and service.
Sports & Youth
Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association
PGF and Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association have established eight scholarships dedicated to financially assisting students who are pursuing a post-secondary education. The criteria of these scholarships focus primarily on our belief in having access to a post-secondary education, leadership, community involvement, and the positive impact of amateur sports.
Whitecaps FC Foundation
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to partner with the Whitecaps FC Foundation to create opportunities that promote youth development, inclusion, and access to sport. Together, the organizations support initiatives that use soccer to inspire confidence, build community, and create lasting positive impacts for young people.
Surrey and White Rock Board of Trade
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to support students through the Dave Babych Scholarship and the Jyrki Lumme Scholarship, presented in partnership with the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Foundation. These scholarships demonstrate the Foundation's commitment to investing in students and strengthening communities through education.
Health & Hospitals
Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to support the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation through fundraising initiatives that advance healthcare in our communities. Together, we help create opportunities to enhance patient care, invest in innovative medical equipment, and support healthcare professionals who make a lasting difference in the lives of others.
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation
Pooni Group Foundation proudly supports the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation through initiatives that recognize and celebrate outstanding healthcare professionals, including the Unsung Heroes Award. Together, we honour the individuals whose dedication, compassion, and service make a meaningful impact on patients, families, and the broader healthcare community.
Pacific Autism Family Network
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to partner with the Pacific Autism Family Network to support inclusive opportunities for autistic children, youth, and families across British Columbia. Together, we deliver Brick by Brick, a creative fundraising initiative that celebrates teamwork, innovation, and community while raising funds to expand programs and services for individuals with autism and their families.
Brick by Brick 2025
Housing & Social Services
PAL Vancouver
PAL Vancouver provides an innovative approach to social housing that is consistent with research on healthy aging. Their mission is to provide long-standing members of Metro Vancouver's performing arts professions with affordable housing in a vibrant and creative community setting. PAL is funded 100% by rental income and donations.
YWCA Metro Vancouver
Pooni Group Foundation is committed to supporting organizations that create equitable opportunities for women, families, and communities. Through our relationship with YWCA Metro Vancouver, we are proud to contribute to initiatives that promote leadership, inclusion, and economic empowerment across the region.
Kolumbia Inn Daycare Society
Pooni Group Foundation proudly supports the Kolumbia Inn Daycare Society Child Care through funding that helps provide nutritious snacks for children in care. By investing in food security and early childhood well-being, the Foundation aims to ensure children have the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive.
Community & Business
Downtown Vancouver BIA
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to support initiatives that contribute to a vibrant, connected, and inclusive downtown Vancouver. Through our relationship with the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association (DVBIA), we collaborate on opportunities that strengthen the downtown core, foster community engagement, and support programs that bring people together.
Downtown New Westminster BIA
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to partner with the Downtown New Westminster Business Improvement Association to support initiatives that enhance the vibrancy of the city's downtown core. Together, the organizations help foster community pride, support local businesses, and create engaging public events and experiences.
Tourism New Westminster
Pooni Group Foundation partners with Tourism New Westminster on initiatives that celebrate local identity, strengthen community connections, and promote civic pride. Through collaborative projects and events, we help showcase New Westminster as a vibrant place to live, work, and visit while supporting programs that bring residents and visitors together.
Kits on Broadway
Pooni Group Foundation is proud to support Kits on Broadway and its efforts to strengthen one of Vancouver's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Through community events and local initiatives, the Foundation helps foster connection, support local businesses, and celebrate the unique character of the Broadway corridor.