For GOOD... For EVER...

You can support a range of projects and individuals in our community. When you make a gift of cash, appreciated stocks or other assets to the Battlefords and District Community Foundation, you are making a difference forever.

You can become personally involved in how your donation benefits others by establishing a Donor Advised Fund. Have a discussion with us or your estate planner about the tax benefits you can gain by establishing a fund with us.

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Endowment Building

You can provide lasting support to your favourite cause with a single donation that will be invested to provide the maximum amount of annual income.

Grantmaking Expertise

We can provide advice about local needs in your area of interest. We will also manage the grant administration process.

Community Leadership

Everyone involved in the Foundation has strong ties to the community and knowledge about the needs in the Battlefords. We bring people and organizations together.

Community Updates

 Nico Hawryliw Fund Grant to Edam Minor Ball

This year's grant from the Nico Hawryliw Fund will support the upgrades at Paul McCaffrey Ball Park in Edam, SK. Members of the Edam Minor Ball group accepted the grant from Nico's niece and nephew - they play for the Edam Blue Sox. The annual grants from this fund have supported many local agencies and projects. 

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Peter Lewochko Fund Scholarships Announced 

 

                                                                                                                                     

                 Lou Christian Bongosia                                                  Marielle Bala                                                              Olesja Fa

The Peter Loewchko Fund scholarship winners were chosen recently. Lou Christian Bongosia, Marielle Bala and Olesja Fa will be graduating from high school this June and attending university in the fall. The Peter Lewochko Fund provides annual scholarships to students pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture, education or engineering. Peter’s profession was farming, and he established this scholarship in 2013 as a legacy to his belief in the value of education. The next grant cycle for this award will open in Janaury, 2025. 

 

New Funds Established

We are happy to announce the establishment of two new funds with us!

  • A brand new scholarship for psych nursing students at North West College is being funded by the Registered Psych Nurses Association – Battlefords Branch. This active group of psych nurses held a number of fundraisers over the years and they have used that income to create a fund that will provide annual scholarships for students. For more info please call/text 306-441-2961.

 

2018 Sask Winter Games

Deadline dates are November 15 and  May 15. Application form is here.

 

Help for Ukrainian Refugees

Donors who would like to help those impacted by the conflict in Ukraine can do so through us. Our Caring Communities Fund is here to support community needs.

If you would like to do an online cash donation please use the Donate Now button at the bottom of the page.

You can also mail a cheque payable to: BDCF, Box 1302, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Let us know which agency you would like to support from this list.

If you would like to donate shares/securities please contact us directly at 306-441-2961.

 

 

10 Principles

  1. We Build Community Vitality
  2. We Understand Our Communities
  3. We Create Opportunities for Dialogue and Inclusion
  4. We Embrace Partnerships
  5. We Tackle Pressing Issues
  6. We Embrace Diversity and Foster Renewal
  7. We Grant for Breadth and Impact
  8. We Build Community Assets and Champion Philanthropy
  9. We Learn and Share What We Know
  10. We are Responsive and Accountable

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