Devika Naidu
First United - Vancouver Downtown Eastside
About Us
First United is a place of welcome for people experiencing homelessness and poverty in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside.
We offer programs of advocacy, housing, hospitality and healing, this community space supports and celebrates the inherent strengths of all people, of all walks of life.
How We Got Started
I left a cushy job back in California in search of something more meaningful. I was lucky enough to cross paths with First United about 6 months ago.
The products and services we offer
Recommendations Received (12)
"GREAT PEOPLE, GOOD TO WORK WITH."
"First United does great work with persons tragically in need in the Downtown east side. Highly..."
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"First United does great work with persons tragically in need in the Downtown east side. Highly respected by people work in the courts."
Products & Services
First United has been engaged in legal advocacy work since the 1970’s, providing much needed legal assistance, advice and representation to low inc...
Good things happen when we gather around the table to break bread with our neighbours. Every week, we serve thousands of meals to any and all peopl...
It is virtually impossible to begin to improve your life when you don’t have a safe and secure place to call home. First United provides support al...
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Recommendations Given (28)
Tracey Cullis
Wish Drop In Centre
Highly Recommended
"Amazing non-profit organization, with a great purpose!"
Neil Hamilton
Neil Hamilton, Macdonald Realty
Highly Recommended
" Neil has a very unique perspective, with his knowledge of both residential and commercial real..."
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" Neil has a very unique perspective, with his knowledge of both residential and commercial real estate. Very honest as well and very communicative!"