MONOVA: Friends Society

On October 25, 2022, the Friends Society hosted A Night At The Museum Fundraising Gala at MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver which profiled and celebrated “Living History Makers” including (from left) Hamid Zargarzadeh, Councillor Don Bell, Nancy Kirkpatrick, Dave Brewer, Len Corben, Bob McCormack, Phil Nuytten and Carleen Thomas. PHOTO: CHRIS CHONG, BUTTERS STUDIO

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Our work in the community

As a charity, the Friends of the North Vancouver Museum and Archives Society (Friends Society) and its dedicated members actively raise funds year-round to support and enhance MONOVA’s dynamic and interactive programs and activities that bring North Vancouver’s stories to life. You ’ll often find our volunteers at community events raising awareness of MONOVA’s efforts to create a museum and archives where community engagement, collections, stewardship and partnership thrive!

Testimonials

“It’ s my great pleasure to work with the Friends of the North Vancouver Museum & Archives Society. The Friends Society is an integral component to MONOVA’ s fundraising efforts. As a dedicated group of volunteers, the Friends Society helps to develop community awareness and support through philanthropy and volunteerism. Their work enhances the social capital of MONOVA in the community and ensures that North Vancouver ’ s stories will continue to be told for generations to come. ” - Andrew Hildred, Volunteer Coordinator, MONOVA: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver

“Looking back over the years and seeing the determination and support of MONOVA volunteers, donors and sponsors is inspirational. Every program, exhibit, event and project at the museum and archives is shaped by the diverse cultures and stories of our community. The Friends Society is a proud supporter of MONOVA and we believe in the importance of strengthening the cultural and heritage fabric of North Vancouver by exploring the past, present and future of our community. ” - Jennifer Pantel, President of the Friends of NVMA Society

A recent story

With the opening of the new Museum of North Vancouver in 2021, MONOVA is now a dynamic and innovative hub where the stories of North Vancouver’s people, places and past can come to life. To support this, the Friends Society recently hosted their annual fundraising event, “A Night At The Museum Fundraising Gala, ” on Oct. 25, 2022, where they celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the North Vancouver Museum and Archives. The sold-out event at the new museum also recognized the contributions of “Living History Makers” from the community, who mingled with guests throughout the evening.

How you can get involved

Donations to the Friends of the NVMA Society will benefit MONOVA by supporting programs and exhibits that will engage, strengthen and inspire our community. • Online: Go to monova.ca/donate • By mail: Please make cheques payable to “The Friends of

NVMA Society ” and mail to: The Friends of the NVMA Society, 3203 Institute Road, North Vancouver, BC, V7K 3E5 • To donate securities or plan a legacy gift, please call Laurel

Lawry: 604-990-3700 ext. 8002

Friends Leadership Circle members

Members are the backbone of the Friends Society. Friends Leadership Circle (FLC) members support MONOVA each time they purchase or renew their membership. FLC members receive an annual pass to the museum and a tax receipt. Member benefits also include invites to special signature events, a vote at the Friends Society ’s AGM, and the knowledge that you are supporting the community through programs and exhibits. Learn more: monova.ca/friends Sign up for our newsletter: monova.ca/sign-up

By raising funds and community awareness, the Friends Society supports MONOVA’s thoughtprovoking programs and exhibits to promote our community values of inclusiveness, relevance, creativity, engagement, and help MONOVA bring stories to life for all North Vancouver residents and visitors.

Our People

The Friends Society is a membership organization composed of Friends Leadership Circle members from the North Vancouver community and beyond. The society’s board members collaborate with the North Vancouver Museum and Archives Commission and MONOVA staff to help the organization achieve its strategic goals through fundraising, raising awareness and volunteer support.

Facts

North Vancouver has a rich and diverse history with many voices, stories and perspectives. Museums and archives help us value and understand the places where we live, work and visit. They help us connect and form a sense of identity. As the only history museum on the North Shore, MONOVA’s role as a welcoming community hub is strengthened by the Friends Society’s members and donors.

From left to right: Friends Society members Shirin Ismail, Charlene Hill and Julie Wytrwal welcoming guests at A Night At The Museum Fundraising Gala, 25 October 2022.

PHOTO: CHRIS CHONG, BUTTERS STUDIO

Bringing Stories To Life

contact us

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