Serving the North, Central & South Okanagan

We work with individuals and families to improve their financial confidence, knowledge, and skills, empowering them to see hope and possibility for their future.

16

Years serving the Okanagan

3,773

People supported since 2010

30+

Community partners

Supported by
Resilient Futures

RESILIENT FUTURES IS A FEDERALLY FUNDED INITIATIVE THROUGH PROSPER CANADA
THE NEED

Breaking the Cycle of Financial Strain.

Surveys show that nearly **48% of Canadians** live paycheque to paycheque. In the Okanagan, soaring housing and living costs make this reality even more challenging.

We know that financial strain is not just a math problem—it leads directly to physical and mental health hurdles. We recognize the systemic barriers keeping people from accessing clear, unbiased education. By providing knowledge, confidence, and tailored support, we help people break cycles across generations.

"When individuals thrive, so do families, and our community across generations."

Hope & Possibility

Helping our participants envision and achieve a stable, positive future.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

Our Core Values

Optimism

We are confident in the ability of individuals to improve their financial well-being.

Inclusion

We believe financial education should be accessible to all, regardless of background.

Dignity

Our approach is rooted in treating every participant with the respect they deserve.

Equity

We provide tailored support that recognizes and addresses unique systemic barriers.

Collaboration

Our success is the result of working together with our community and partners.

DURABILITY

Pillars of Impact

Matched Savings

Through Matched Savings, our graduates have purchased essential tools, started businesses, and funded education, creating permanent pathways out of poverty.

Explore Program

Tax & Benefit Support

By reducing financial stress, participants experience improved overall wellbeing, including greater stability, confidence, and day to day quality of life.

Explore Program

Financial Wellbeing

By reducing financial stress, we see a measurable improvement in the physical and mental health of our participants, breaking the link between money and illness.

birthed over a coffee...

The Launch Origin Story

Like most good ideas, Launch Okanagan was birthed over a coffee and a serious conversation between great friends and co-founders Michael Wendland, a local entrepreneur, and Laurence East, lead pastor of Metro Community.

Michael asked: “How do I add value and help change lives for those experiencing vulnerability?” Laurence responded: “Let’s take what you’re passionate about—financial success—and use it to restore dignity and hope.”

2010: Launch Kelowna

Formed to deliver the first matched savings programs and specialized financial curriculum desperately needed in the community.

2021: Rebranding to Okanagan

Rebranded to expand services up and down the regional valley, bridging learning gaps across Vernon, Penticton, and more.

2025

1,117 people supported in a single year -more than tenfold our earliest years.

Serving the Valley.

Our impact covers every community from Vernon down to the US border. We are the region’s only non-profit dedicated exclusively to foundational financial education.

Vernon
Kelowna
Peachland
Penticton
Lake Country
West Kelowna
Summerland
Oliver / Osoyoos
OUR REACH

It Takes a Village.

We extend our reach not by working alone, but by integrating into the services of 30+ community partners - so financial literacy is available wherever our neighbours go for support.

Meet Our Community Partners