Client Success Stories

Read stories from some of our amazing project managers and non-profit clients

Cassie + Friends

Purpose-driven Growth: Fueled by PMV

Cassie + Friends (C+F) is a national charity organization dedicated to transforming the lives of the 25,000 kids and families affected by Juvenile Arthritis and other childhood rheumatic diseases in Canada. Founded in 2007, they remain the only charity in Canada 100% dedicated to this mission.

Over the years, the organization has raised over $4 million towards research, education, connection and support in pursuit of their vision of a pain-free future for kids.

When the opportunity arose to work with PMV, the team at C+F saw it as a chance to expand their youth programs and make an even deeper impact in their community

Family Support Institute of British Columbia

FSI Turns IT Project Around, Strengthens Family Support

Discover how the Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) transformed their outdated database with Project Management Volunteers. After two years of setbacks, a new team brought expertise and agility, restoring functionality and moving FSI to the cloud—delivering lasting impact for families with disabilities across British Columbia. Thanks to agile project management, FSI now enjoys a reliable system, enabling them to continue their mission with confidence and renewed efficiency.

CYCLE 5 to SURVIVE

A Journey of Purpose: From Passion to Impact

P.L. Meindertsma, overwhelmed by eighty-hour workweeks, discovered his motto—patience + purpose = peak performance. This led to ‘Cycle 5 to Survive’ (C5TS) in 2022, aiming to raise $500,000 for five charities by cycling across five continents.

With his wife Kristen, guided by Peter Mulholland of Project Management Volunteers (PMV), they recruited Sarah Haysom, a project manager. Despite challenges, including Kristen’s health scare, they began their first ride from Banff to Mexico in 2023.

In 37 days, they completed their ride successfully and exceeded the fundraising target. Their journey, backed by a dedicated team, highlights the power of vision and perseverance.

SIDFP

Enhancing Healthcare Together with SIDFP and PMV

At Project Management Volunteers (PMV), we have the privilege of partnering with remarkable organizations that are making a difference in their communities. One such collaboration that truly embodies our mission is our work with the South Island Division of Family Practice (SIDFP). Let us take you on a journey through their inspiring story, made even brighter with the contributions of our dedicated volunteer project manager, Jeremy.

Sea Smart

Sea Smart PMV Partnership

Sea Smart and PM Volunteers partnered in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Both organizations worked on turning Sea Smart’s traditional in-person programs into a virtual one. Shifting Sea Smart’s program to online delivery was a project described as ‘monumental…

South Vancouver Neighbourhood House

Director of Community Programs – Mimi Rennie

Have you ever felt like your neighbourhood is not engaging? People like Mimi do everything to ensure that you do not feel lonely in your community. She is the Director of Community Programs for the South Vancouver Neighbourhood (SVNH)…

South Vancouver Neighbourhood House

PM Interview – Daniel Bakia

Non-profit organizations typically do not possess the in-house skills and expertise needed to take advantage of current business practices and technology. This project focused on the development of an Intake Management System to help with…

South Vancouver Neighbourhood House

PM Interview – Sandi McConnagh

Sandi believes this project enabled the nonprofit organization to spend more time on people and the community rather than compiling reports.

Grunt

Blue Cabin Relocation

GRUNT is an artist-run centre founded in 1984 in Vancouver, BC. Glenn Alteen, artist and Program Director of the grunt, is acting on behalf of Al Neil and Carole Itter, well known senior artists and long-time residents of the last remaining foreshore dwelling on the Burrard Inlet, to as…

Jewish Family Services

Operational and Optimization Audit

Guided by the wisdom and values of our Jewish tradition, JFS’ mission is to deliver a continuum of social services to individuals and families of all ages and stages of life, supporting them to live healthy and productive lives. Our vision is to be a leader in the Jewish and broader communities, transforming the lives of individuals and families through quality services and innovative programming that responds to evolving community needs.

YMCA

Mental Health Pilot Program

In October 2014, the YMCA turned to PMV for help in leading the generation of a project plan and providing general project management for organizing and conducting mental health support workshops for youth suffering from anxieties…

Testimonial – VPM 3

“Volunteering in a PMV sponsored project was a great opportunity for me to grow on the field of project management as well as event management while contributing to a passionate cause. PMV opened a door for me to instantly engage in this new career which I am now transitioning to, and I am very grateful for the work you have done. Couldn’t have found a warmer environment to acquire and test new skills like at Children’s Organ Transplant society.”

Gabriela Vorraber

Testimonial – VPM 2

“It was great working with a non-profit organization, and everything went pretty well. I helped on preparing training materials, assisting volunteer training session and producing promotional videos.”

Andrea Wenting L

Testimonial – VPM 1

“Project Management principles gave us the structure needed to respectfully have the tough discussions to move forward together, stronger, and on the same page.”

Susan Hancock