Meeting needs and enriching lives since 1968
Society of Organized Services
WE ARE COMMUNITY
SOS is a volunteer-supported, non-profit organization that has been meeting the needs and improving the lives of District 69 residents since 1968.
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Get to know the programs SOS offers, the needs we address in the community, and how you can help make a difference.
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Support our community by sharing your time and talents. We are looking for volunteers to assist with events, programs, office support and in our Thrift Shop.
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Whether it’s a donation to SOS Thrift Shop, or a financial contribution to SOS programs and services — every bit of support helps strengthen local lives.
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SOS Thrift Shop
Open Monday to Saturday, 9 am – 4 pm
Donations accepted Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
from 10 am-2 pm
(Donation zone closed Tue, Thu, Sun)
SOS Programs
For information about SOS programs and services, please visit our Programs Page, call us, or visit our office at the SOS Community Services Centre.
Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am- 4:30 pm. (Closed daily from 12-1 pm, and Thursday mornings until 9:30 am.)
Phone: 250-248-2093
Join Us
We’re always looking for amazing volunteers.
Call 250-248-2093 ext. 230 or
email volunteer@sosd69.com
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SOS COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTRE
245 Hirst Avenue West, Parksville
PO Box 898, V9P 2G9
Phone: (250) 248-2093
Hours: Mon to Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
(closed 12 – 1 pm daily, Thursday mornings
until 9:30 am, and holidays).
SOS Thrift Shop
188 Hirst Avenue West, Parksville
Phone: (250) 248-2532
Hours: Mon to Sat, 9 am – 4 pm
Donations accepted Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays and Saturdays, 10 am – 2 pm.
Closed holidays
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Society of Organized Services
(opens in a new tab)As a grassroots organization, SOS works with the support of community to address local needs.
Meet Andrew Lane, Vice Chair of the SOS Board of Directors and this month’s Volunteer Profile!Andrew has been giving back to our community as an SOS Board member for three years, bringing his experience, compassion and sense of humour to the role. Thank you, Andrew, for showing up for our community and being part of the fun!Interested in joining a board and making a meaningful difference in your community? SOS may be the perfect fit for you.For more information, please email the SOS Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@sosd69.com or call 250-248-2093 ext. 230.#SOSThriftShop #VanIsle #VancouverIsland #BoardOfDirectors #VolunteerSpotlight #MakeADifference #NonProfitWork #CommunitySupport #VolunteerProfile #VolunteerWithSOS #CommunityImpact #Parksville #QualicumBeach #NanooseBay #Oceanside #SOS #WeAreCommunity
👗✨ Holiday parties are just around the corner, and we have so many gorgeous dresses in stock at SOS Thrift Shop that we thought it was time for a SALE!You read that sign right! ALL dresses are 50% OFF, including Boutique dresses, for TWO DAYS ONLY, this Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7! 🎉From date nights and New Year's celebrations to Christmas parties, work parties, or even a warm-weather vacation, think ahead and find the perfect dress at half the price!And the best part? Every dollar spent at SOS Thrift Shop goes right back into SOS programs and services that support, uplift and strengthen our Oceanside community. ❤️📍 SOS Thrift Shop188 Hirst Ave. W., Parksville🕘 9 am–4 pmHappy dress hunting! #sosthriftshoptS#thriftshopfindsF#holidaydressese#sustainablefashions#thriftshoppingp#thriftingf#supportlocalLocal#Dress#thriftfashions#shoplocalL#shopforgoodr#nanoosebays#parksvillev#qualicumbeachB#vanislen#vancouverislands#SOS #WeAreCommunityunity
🎄✨ We were on 88.5 The Beach talking all things Christmas!Spend a couple of minutes learning all about our SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program, including how to register, volunteer with SOS, and get all the details on the upcoming Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive! 🎁❤️The holiday season is just around the corner, and we can't wait to welcome everyone to the SOS Community Services Centre for another season of Caring for Community at Christmas#caringforcommunityatchristmass#christmasinoceansiden#tighnamaratoydriveD#HolidayGivingi#communitysupportp#volunteerwithsost#parksvillev#qualicumbeachB#oceansidebci#vancouverislands#vanislen#nanoosebays#oceansiden#Christmass#sosthriftshopt#SOS #WeAreCommunityunity
❤️ Every child deserves a place to belong, a chance to grow, and moments that become lasting memories. At SOS, our free and subsidized Child, Youth and Family Programs do more than provide activities. They bring families together, build confidence, nurture friendships, and create meaningful connections that help children and youth thrive.Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we've raised $132,000 toward our $150,000 For Our Families campaign goal! We're so close, and with your help, we can get there!💙 Just $18,000 to go! Every donation, big or small, helps us continue creating opportunities, connections, and brighter futures for local children, youth, and families.Help us reach our goal by November 10! Together, we can make a lasting difference in our community.❤️ Donate today: sosd69.com/how-to#vanisle#vancouver#Vancouv#ForOurFamiliesu#SupportLocalFamiliesa#givelocal#G#childandyouthl#supportlocalp#MakeADifferenceD#giveback #StrongerTogethere#localcharityc#familyprogramslyPrograms#Communi#oceanside##nanoosebayN#parksvilleP#qualicumbeachl#SOSB#WeAreCommunityeCommunity
Celebrating 57 years of Community
Providing vital community programs
and services to local residents since 1968.
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- 250-248-2093
- sos@sosd69.com
- 245 Hirst Avenue West
PO BOX 898 Parksville, BC V9P2G9
Charitable Number: 107021537RR0001
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