Giving Back
Garibaldi Blue Social Partners
Giving Back & Looking Forward
Garibaldi Blue supports local social enterprises and philanthropic ventures to drive meaningful, lasting change within our communities. Most recently, Garibaldi Blue has championed Binners’ Project and advocated for Little Warriors, organizations that understand the unique needs of their localities and address them with agility and care. By investing time, resources, and expertise into local initiatives, we not only help build stronger neighborhoods but also cultivate a more connected and resilient society. Supporting local means standing alongside those who are doing the work every day, on the ground, to make a difference.
Binners’ Project
Binners’ Project supports waste-pickers in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, aiming to improve their economic opportunities and reduce the stigma they face. They recognize binners’ positive environmental impact by diverting waste and offer fee-for-service waste sorting programs, fostering social inclusion and economic development.
A former steering committee member, Derek has been an advocate of Binners’ Project since 2017, and Garibaldi Blue continues to support their initiatives and mission.
Little Warriors
Little Warriors is a Canadian charitable organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of child sexual abuse. They provide specialized treatment through its world class facility, the Be Brave Ranch. The program offers online support for children, teens, and families affected by trauma. They also run workshops to educate adults on preventing and addressing child sexual abuse.
Since 2022, Derek has supported Little Warriors through a leadership development weekend and annual event called Unbeatable Warriors. Led by Navy-Seals, this event combines SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind training programs in resilience, mental toughness and functional fitness. All proceeds benefit Little Warriors to advance their mission.