Foundry Kamloops

11/07/2025

A heartfelt thank you to The Stollery Foundation for their generous $200,000 gift in support of the Foundry Kamloops capital campaign!

As early champions of this project, the Foundation—and the Bryson family—have played a vital role in launching our efforts to build a welcoming, youth-focused space for health and wellness in Kamloops.

“Investing in Foundry Kamloops is investing in the future of our youth,” said Janet Bryson, Vice President of the Stollery Charitable Foundation. “We’re proud to be part of a project that will improve lives today and for future generations.

Your support is helping us create a lasting legacy of hope and care for young people and their families.

We are so close to reaching our campaign goal! Visit interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca/fundraising or email fundraising@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca to find out how you can support this legacy project and the future of youth wellness in our region.

11/06/2025

Leanne brings her experience as an advocate to the conversation, highlighting how one resource alone can’t meet the growing mental health needs of youth. She shares why Foundry Kamloops will be a critical partner.

“We see the need every day in our organization. Foundry Kamloops will be an essential support system for youth and caregivers.”

The finish line is in sight—less than $1 million left to raise! Your donation helps create a future where no young person falls through the cracks. Let’s build this together.

Donate today! https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/interior-community-services-donate

11/06/2025

Wellness Wednesday: 5 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health This Fall and Winter

Fall is a season of transition which means it’s the perfect time to check in with yourself and make space for your well-being. Here are a few simple ways to support your mental health this season!

Foundry Kamloops closing in on the finish line of our Capital Campaign! We are working to open a new centre where young people (ages 12–24) can access mental health care, physical health services, peer support, and more — all in one welcoming space.

If you’d like to help make this centre a reality, you can learn more or donate here: interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca/fundraising

Every contribution truly makes a difference.

11/05/2025

Foundry Floor Plan: Ep. 1
Construction has begun!

We’re so excited to start walking you through the new Foundry Kamloops space piece by piece! From warm welcome spaces to private counselling rooms, youth hangout areas, and health services - every part of the centre is being built intentionally for comfort, accessibility, and community.

But we’re not done yet and we still need your help!
Our Foundry Kamloops Capital Campaign is ongoing, and every donation brings us one step closer to opening the doors for youth ages 12–24 in our community.

Want to help build this space?
Donate or learn more here: interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca/fundraising

Stay tuned for Episode 2!

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from all of us at Foundry Kamloops! Wishing you a safe, fun, and treat-filled day.

10/30/2025

Wellness Wednesday with Lisa! Get Outside This Fall

Sometimes the simplest things make the biggest difference, like stepping outside, even if it’s just for 10 minutes. A short walk, a breath of fresh air, or simply noticing the changing colours around you can help boost your mood, clear your mind, and reduce stress. You don’t need a full hike or big outing — just a moment to reconnect with yourself and the world around you.

A quick update: We’re continuing to work toward opening Foundry Kamloops, a space where youth aged 12–24 can access mental health, physical health, and social support all in one place. Your support is crucial to bringing this centre to life!

If you’d like to be part of the journey, learn more and donate here: interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca/fundraising

10/27/2025

Lisa Johannesen, Manager, Foundry Kamloops, shares what makes this initiative truly unique. She explains how Foundry brings together multiple services under one roof—designed with youth, for youth—to remove barriers and offer meaningful support.

“Youth shouldn’t have to navigate a complicated system. Foundry is about meeting them where they’re at—with care, dignity, and respect.”

We’re less than $1 million away from opening Foundry Kamloops! Your support today helps build a one-stop hub where young people feel welcomed and empowered.

Donate today! https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/interior-community-services-donate

10/21/2025

Save the Date! 💙🏃

The 3rd Annual Nicholas’ Run/Walk for Youth Mental Health is happening Saturday, November 1st, 2025 at Pioneer Park in Kamloops, BC!

This event is so close to our hearts 💙 It’s a day to come together as a community, honour Nicholas’ legacy, and raise awareness and support for youth mental health.

All funds raised will go directly toward Foundry Kamloops, helping us open our doors and provide care and connection for young people in our community.

Mark your calendars, spread the word and get ready for an amazing morning supporting youth mental health!

10/20/2025

Idris speaks as a leader and advocate who understands how hard it can be for youth and caregivers to ask for and access help. He shares why Foundry Kamloops is essential—not only because of the services it offers—but because of the safe space it creates for youth to show up as their full selves.

“Foundry Kamloops is a space where you don’t have to hide who you are. You can be vulnerable, and you’ll be supported.”

We’re getting close—less than $1 million left to raise. Your donation can help open the doors to a place where youth feel safe, valued, and empowered.

Donate today! https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/interior-community-services-donate

10/17/2025

10/17/2025

We’re thrilled to share that an anonymous donor has made an extraordinary gift of $415,000 to the Foundry Kamloops Capital Campaign! This generous contribution brings us within reach of our goal — with less than $1 million left to raise before Foundry Kamloops opens its doors to local youth next summer.

This gift is a powerful reminder of what our community can achieve when we come together with a shared purpose — to create a space where young people can access mental health, wellness, and peer and substance-use supports in one welcoming place.

Every donation--big or small--helps make this vision a reality.

Help us close the gap and donate today! interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca/fundraising