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YANA is generously upheld by the spirit and kindness of the Comox Valley. Check out what is going on and learn about amazing supportive efforts taking place within our community. We respect the privacy of our individual donors, as such this is a sampling of donations where public acknowledgement is appropriate.
A heartfelt thank you to the Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church and its congregation for choosing YANA as your Mission of the Month! Your generosity brings comfort and support to local families when they need it most.
A huge thank you to the Comox Valley Monarch Lions Club for sharing their final donations with YANA and other local charities. Your years of generosity will leave a lasting impact in our community!
Big Love 2025: An Unforgettable Night of Compassion and Connection
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Comox Valley, you never cease to amaze us. Thanks to your generosity and unwavering support, the Big Love 2025 Benefit raised an astounding $242,000 for YANA families!
This year’s event was a powerful reminder of what makes this community so extraordinary. From the heartfelt bids in our auction to the joyful reunions and warm welcomes around the dinner tables, every moment was filled with the kind of love that turns hard times into hope.
Because of you, families facing the unimaginable won’t face it alone. Because of you, questions and doubts are transformed into plans and security.
We are humbled and deeply grateful to every sponsor, donor, volunteer, guest, and supporter who made this night possible. Your kindness is the heart of everything we do, and your support changes the story for YANA families every single day.
From the bottom of our very full hearts, thank you for standing with us. Thank you for proving—once again—that we are a community united by kindness, connection, and a shared commitment to one another.
With deepest gratitude and Big Love,
The YANA Team 💖
Big love to Gordon & Shannon for their generous donation to YANA families! Your kindness helps keep families close when it matters most—thank you for making a difference!
Huge thanks to Kim H. for chopping her locks (hair) in support of YANA! Your kindness (and fresh new look!) will make a big difference for local YANA families.
Thank you to the lovely Berwick Comox Valley community for hosting a delectable Pancake Breakfast for YANA – raising over $2800 and celebrating the contributions our incredibly dedicated volunteers have made throughout the years in support of local families! You filled our bellies and our hearts with your generosity and kindness!
Huge thanks to Plateau Temple No. 7 Pythian Sisters for your generous donation! Your support means so much to YANA families and our community.
Big thanks to the Valley Vista Recreation Association for supporting YANA through your Friday night 50/50 and happy hour! Your generosity turns good times into meaningful support for local families.
YANA Big Love Benefit on Friday February 28, 2025
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The Big Love Benefit is YANA’s premier annual dinner and auction, celebrating the generosity and love that defines our community. This unforgettable gala brings together friends, fun, and a shared commitment to supporting YANA families.
Event Date
This year’s YANA Big Love Benefit is on Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Florence Filberg Centre Signature Venue. For those unable to attend in person, the event will also be livestreamed for everyone to enjoy.
Ticket Information
Tickets on sale HERE now!
- In-Person Tickets: $200 per seat or $1,600 for a table of 8.
- Livestream Access: By donation! Automatic tax receipt provided.
Every ticket includes access to our massive Online Auction, which opens on February 18 and concludes during the live event on February 28.
A Community United in Love
This event is a testament to the unique spirit of the Comox Valley—a community that comes together to ensure no family feels alone in their time of need. The success of the Big Love Benefit depends on the incredible generosity of sponsors, donors, and supporters like you.
Thank you for helping us make a profound difference for YANA families in our community. We can’t wait to share this extraordinary evening with you. Let’s show our Big Love!
Big thanks to Jerry Snook for organizing a Super Bowl pool and making a donation to YANA! Your thoughtfulness means so much and we absolutely love seeing all the ways our community finds ways to support YANA families!
