Community Meet-up - Brilliant Storytelling 3.0 - "Radical Generosity"

Brilliant Storytelling is back, and this time, we’re gathering around a powerful theme: Radical Generosity.

This unforgettable evening brings together diverse storytellers sharing short, deeply personal narratives about the moments generosity shows up both in giving and receiving.

• The groceries that arrived when you needed them most.
• A stranger who stepped in at just the right time.
• The mentor who saw potential and invested in you.
• The person who gave more than they had.
• A life-changing act, like receiving an organ or offering one.
• Giving the shirt off your back, and somehow, it finding its way back to you.

From hilarious and heartwarming to inspiring and deeply moving, these stories span the full range of human emotion and remind us how powerful it is when people show up for each other.

Expect an evening that reconnects you to what’s possible through generosity.

• Connection: Experience the magic of storytelling that builds bridges between cultures and perspectives.
• Emotion: Get ready to laugh, cry, and feel inspired by the varied, short-story-style personal narratives of our carefully selected storytellers.
• Inspiration: Discover new perspectives and be moved by the raw, authentic human experiences shared on stage.

We’re looking for storytellers who have experienced or witnessed radical generosity in giving, receiving or witnessing it happen.

If something comes to mind, there’s likely a story there worth telling.

That said, this isn’t a “show up and wing it” kind of night.

The stories that land the most are the ones that are thoughtfully shaped, practiced, and intentional. We’ll work with selected storytellers to help refine their story so it’s clear, engaging, and memorable.

And one important note:
This is about story, not teaching.

We’re not looking for a lesson, a keynote, or advice.
We’re looking for a real moment and letting the audience take away what they will.

If you’re willing to put in the work to craft something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Express interest to tell a story:

Tickets are by donation, and free for BFB Volunteers. Donations are appreciated, and will help with the costs associated with hosting this event and Brands for Better's ongoing good work as a not-for-profits in Vancouver.

At each Meetup, we feature short 3-minute How Can We Help? pitches from individuals or organizations doing meaningful work in the community. It’s a chance to share your initiative and let the audience and the Brands for Better network know how they can support you.

Our goal is to raise awareness, connect volunteers and resources, and help amplify great local initiatives.

Space is limited to 2 pitches per event, so apply early!

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Accessibility needs, as requested at time of sign up, will be accommodated to the best of our ability. Upon request, we can help with wheelchair access and accomodate requests for unobstructed views, and keep volunteers on hand to support in whatever way we can. This in-person event will be available in English only.

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