President’s Message - Yellowknife Community Foundation
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President’s MessageLast year we celebrated the Yellowknife Community Foundation’s 25th Anniversary. This provided an opportunity for us to look back and celebrate the generosity and hard work of many people who have been instrumental in the creation and development of the Foundation.
Part of our Anniversary celebration was to provide four extraordinary grants of $25,000 in addition to our regular grant program. We also supplemented a number of scholarship funds to bring them to $2,500, more than doubling the support available to students for this special year. In 2018 we distributed a total of over $200,000 in grants and scholarships to individuals and community groups in a variety of areas, including: social housing, education, seniors, children and youth, arts, culture and heritage, sport and physical activity, health and safety, and community services.
The year also saw the establishment of two new funds: the Alice and Randy Daniels Fund to support developing musicians; and the Elliott Michael Brown Fund to provide assistance to young entrepreneurs who have had to overcome adversity. We currently manage 35 funds, with several more in development which we look forward to implementing in the coming year. Our asset base stands at over $4.5 million.
It has been both fun and educational to look back, celebrate the progress made since our first donation of $100 in 1994, and recognize the many people – volunteers, sponsors, donor families and the hundreds of others - whose generosity continues to make the work of the Foundation possible.
However, it is now more important to evaluate where we are, look forward to where we need to be in the future, and plan how we can get there.
As we move forward into our next 25 years, we will be working to help realize our Vision of a giving community where people working together make a difference for all.
The Mission of the Foundation is to enhance the quality of life in our community by: identifying and addressing current and anticipated community needs; raising, managing and distributing money from donated funds to meet those needs; and supporting projects that
improve social conditions, assist and promote arts and cultural activities, sport, recreation and community development, assist and advance the provision of health care services, advance education, or assist and advance other community activities of a charitable nature. We are currently working to develop an action plan that makes this Mission real, and demonstrates our values of Generosity, Honesty, Inclusivity, Transparency, Fiscal Prudence, Mutual Respect, Accessibility, Fairness, Responsiveness and Partnerships.
While we have come a long way since our first board of directors was established and we owe them, and their successors, not only thanks, but a serious commitment to build on their vision and hard work. We will be doing this by developing a plan and acting to achieve it.
Every day we see the power of people working together - every year many people give generously of their time and expertise with little, if any, recognition. Without these volunteers, including our volunteer board, we could not function. Nor could we exist without the generosity of the many donor families and organizations, as well as our corporate and community sponsors whose assistance and contributions are essential to allowing the Foundation to carry on its work for the community.
Twenty five years ago, the Yellowknife Community Foundation was formed, based on a simple premise: that people working together can make a difference. As we enter our twenty sixth year we extend our thanks to everyone who has contributed, in so many different ways and look forward to continuing to work together to make a real difference.
Thank you for your continuing support and commitment to our community.
Bronwyn WattersPresident
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NEW YEAR’S DAYYELLOWKNIFE
INCORPORATES AS A CITY, 1970
GARY ROBINSON MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2005
FIRST DONATION MADE TO THE COMMUNITY
FUND, 1994
PAT MCMAHON MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2009
JOHN TUMCHEWICS MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2011
Gary Robinson Memorial Fund
In our northern environment, it’s inevitable that people enjoying being out on the land will get lost, or stranded, or need some sort of assistance. That’s where the Yellowknife Search and Rescue (YKSAR) organization comes in. They are a dedicated group of volunteers, whose goal it is to respond to persons in distress. The Gary Robinson Memorial Fund has provided significant funding to this group since 2004, and continues to do so. In 2017, a grant was provided to upgrade safety equipment.
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VALENTINE’S DAY
WALTER GIBBINS MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2008
DIAVIK COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
CREATED, 2013
DAVID J. RAMSDEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
FUND CREATED, 2011
YELLOWKNIFE COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION ANNUAL VALENTINE’S GALA
NWT MINING HERITAGE CENTRE FUND CREATED,
2008
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10th annual Gala
Celebrate with us, Saturday February 9, 2019
This year’s theme: Mardi Gras!
We have live entertainment, a chance to bid on some wonderful auction items courtesy of our fabulous sponsors, dinner, dancing, and now – all we need is you to help us celebrate our 10th annual Gala and over 25 years of making a difference in Yellowknife! Tickets available at For Men Only in the lower level of the YK Centre Mall.
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY
RANDY MCBRIDE HOCKEY PROJECT FUND
CREATED, 2011
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY SCHOLARSHIP CREATED,
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Snow King’s Winter Festival
This festival runs for a whole month and involves thousands of volunteer hours to provide a true winter experience for everyone who visits. The Yellowknife Community Foundation has been a proud supporter of the Snow King’s Winter Festival. Most recently, YKCF provided a grant for a mobile sanitation unit to be used during the festival.
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE NEXT MONTH (MAY 15)
SIDE DOOR RECEIVED FIRST GRANT FROM YKCF,
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HELPING CHILDREN SOAR SCHOLARSHIP FUND CREATED, 2011
BARB BROMLEY FUND FOR SENIORS AND
ELDERS FUND CREATED, 2015
SALLY MANNING WRITING FUND CREATED,
2015NATIONAL VOLUNTEER
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Bernie Bauhaus
In April 2018, we recognized our Treasurer for his years of service to the Foundation. Bernie has been a stalwart of the community, working and living here all his life. We have been blessed to have him on our Board for the past six years, and wish him well as he retires. He will be missed!
GOOD FRIDAY
EASTER SUNDAY
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JENNY GAMBLE- FOURNIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
CREATED, 2004
MOTHER’S DAY
YK SEARCH AND RESCUE INCORPORATED, 1999
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS DUE
TODAY!
YELLOWKNIFE ROTARY CLUB INCORPORATED,
1979
VICTORIA DAY
HELMETS FOR HARDY FUND CREATED, 2014
AURORA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
CREATED, 2009
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The Yellowknife Community Foundation supports the arts.
YKCF has been a regular supporter of the arts. In 2018 we provided $25,000 to the Northern Arts and Cultural Centre to support upgrading stage and lighting equipment, from our Community Fund.
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YELLOWKNIFE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
INCORPORATED, 1993
DAVID SUTHERLAND MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2005
NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAYFATHER’S DAY
WALLY12MILLION FUND CREATED, 2014
ST. JEAN-BAPTISTE DAY FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS FUND CREATED,
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Big or small, all donations make a difference.
Donations can be made to the Yellowknife Community Foundation on-line through CanadaHelps.org. You can also donate by:
• Downloading a donation form from our website at YKCF.CA
• Mailing a cheque to us at Box. 1620, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P2
• Dropping by our office at 5007 50th Avenue - W.H. Bromley Building, Yellowknife
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CANADA DAY
NUNAVUT DAY
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The Yellowknife Community Foundation supports community events. In 2018 we provided $25,000 to Folk on the Rocks to rebuild their hospitality building from our Community Fund.
FOTR 2018, Photo: Angela Gzowski
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MARY BETH MILLER MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2000
CIVIC HOLIDAY
LORAINE MINISH-COOPER GARDEN
OF HOPE FUND CREATED, 2004
DOUGLAS BOTHAMLEY MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2015
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Yellowknife Community Fund
The Yellowknife Community Fund was established to assist the Foundation with addressing a wide range of charitable needs including improving social conditions, assisting and promoting arts and cultural activities, sport, recreation and community development, assist and advance the provision of health care services, advance education, or assist and advance other community activities of a charitable nature.
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FIRST GOLD BRICK POURED AT CON MINE,
1938
LABOUR DAY
YELLOWKNIFE SKI CLUB FOUNDED, 1968
LUKE CHARPENTIER MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2014
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Community Fund support for seniors
Yellowknife is home to many seniors, many of whom have spent most of their adult lives here. Collectively, they have, and continue to contribute to our community in countless ways. The Yellowknife Community Fund continues to support the Yellowknife Seniors Society by providing funding for their “Lunch with a Bunch” program, which feeds approximately 100 seniors every Friday. We also have two funds that are dedicated to supporting seniors: The Albert Hall Seniors Enhancement Fund, and the Barbara Bromley Fund for Seniors and Elders.
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JONAS KONGE MEMORIAL FUND
CREATED, 2010
CON EMPLOYEES’ BENEVOLENT FUND
CREATED, 2011
ALBERT HALL SENIORS ENHANCEMENT FUND
CREATED, 2013
THANKSGIVING
HALLOWEEN
ENOUGH TALK, HURRY UP AND DO IT ALREADY
ARTS SCHOLARSHIP FUND CREATED, 2006
LILLY BORGES OLDHAM SECOND LANGUAGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
CREATED, 2002
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Donations in Memory of Someone Special
If you would like to make a donation to someone (big or small) in memory of someone special, check out the ways to donate at ykcf.ca.
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ELAINE (SWEET) WHITFORD
SCHOLARSHIP FUND CREATED, 2009 REMEMBRANCE DAY
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FRIENDS OF FRED CARMICHAEL FUND
CREATED, 2015
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Gary Robinson Memorial Fund
The Gary Robinson Memorial Fund provides financial support to those individuals or charitable organizations involved in search and rescue/recovery or emergency response activities. Although priority will be given for these purposes grants can also be awarded to individuals or charitable organizations involved in outdoor skills and or survival training. Grants may be used to purchase equipment, assist with program costs, purchase technical services or to attend or hosting training seminars or workshops. Through this fund, it is his family’s hope that Gary will continue to protect and help the people of this place that he loved so much.
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Yellowknife Community Fund
The Yellowknife Community Foundation believes in community. We were pleased to be one of the anchor supporters of the T-Bo sculpture at Somba’ Ke park near City Hall and the mural honouring Charlie Delorme on 48th Street.
Yellowknife Community Foundation FundsThe Yellowknife Community Foundation has 36 funds, ranging in focus from arts to aviation. Some funds offer scholarships for post-secondary education, others offer grants. If you or your community organization are interested in applying for a grant or scholarship, check out our website for more information.
Our scholarship deadline is May 15. Grant applications for the Yellowknife Community Fund are reviewed four times a year.
Donations for all funds are accepted anytime. Check the back of this calendar for ways to donate.
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ArtsEnough Talk, Hurry Up and
Do It Already Arts Scholarship
Fine and Performing Arts Fund
Jenny Gamble-Fournier Memorial Scholarship
Sally Manning Writing Fund
Timothy Henderson Memorial Fund
Wally 12 Million Fund –Walter Girrior Fund
Alice and Randy Daniels Music Fund
AviationJohn Tumchewics Memorial Fund
Northern Aviation Scholarship
Community GrantsYellowknife Community Fund
Administration Endowment Fund
EducationDavid J. Ramsden Memorial Scholarship
Friends of Fred Carmichael Scholarship
Helping Children Soar Scholarship
Lilly Borges Oldham Second Language Scholarship
HealthAurora College Scholarship
Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship
Jonas Konge Memorial Fund
Loraine Minish-Cooper Garden Of Hope Fund
Wilderness TravelChris Argue Memorial Fund
Mining & TradesCon Employees’ Benevolent Fund
Diavik Community Scholarship
NWT Mining Heritage Centre Fund
Walter Gibbins Memorial Fund
SafetyGary Robinson Memorial Fund
Helmets For Hardy Fund
SeniorsAlbert Hall Seniors Enhancement Fund
Barbara Bromley Fund For Seniors and Elders
Business And LeadershipDouglas Bothamley Memorial Scholarship
Legislative Assembly Scholarship
Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund
Pat McMahon Memorial Fund
Elliot Michael Brown Fund
SportDavid Sutherland Memorial Fund
Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund
Randy McBride Hockey Project Fund
Community Fund
City of Yellowknife, Municipal Enforcement Division Bike Rodeo / Bikes
Ecology North Water mobile
Folk on the Rocks Hospitality building
Guild of Arts and Crafts Kiln upgrades
Northern Arts and Cultural Centre Stage and lighting equipment
Rainbow Coalition of YK Computer and other equipment
Yellowknife Tennis Club Awnings
Barb Bromley Fund for Seniors and Elders
Canadian Hard of Hearing Pocket talkers
Alzheimer Society AB/NWT Motivational speaker
Gary Robinson Memorial Fund
Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Floater Jackets
Helmets for Hardy Helmet giveaway
2017 Grant to YK Skill Hill for development of Canada 150 Hill. Left to right: Robert O’Rourke (YKCF), John Stephenson (YK Ski Club), Margaret Melhorn (YKCF).
YK Community Foundation President Bronwyn Watters and Northern Arts and Cultural Centre Board President Jeff Pitre.
Ecology North grant for a WaterMobile.
Helmets for Hardy event fitting new helmets for kids. Folk on the Rocks 2018, Photo: Jamie Stevenson.
2018 Grant Recipients
Guild of Arts and Crafts refurbished kiln, with Wendy Stephenson
GALA ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERSEileen Dent | Cindy Dolynny | Darin Benoit
Rosanna Strong | YKCF Board Members
GALA VOLUNTEERSHendrika (Henri) Brown | Ashley Deavu | Lisa Tesar
Kim Smale | Anne Tyrrell | Stacie Smith | Michelle Hannah Catherine Guay | Cara VanZanden | Bob Hermanutz Tom and Cindy Jarvis | Amanda Blair | Joanne Stassen
Natalie Harvey | Eric Brown | Shubhdeep Maitra Alexander Legaree | Yellowknife Scout Troop
St. Pat’s SADD Volunteers
Our apologies if we have missed anyone. We truly appreciate everyone’s support!
Matonabee Petroleum • Cathy Cudmore • Mickey Brown Roy’s Audio Video Unlimited • Dancing Raven Studio & Visual Effects
Barry and Louise Henkel • Crowe MacKay LLP • Northern Interiors Donna Allen & Bernie Bauhaus • Strong Interpretation • Coldwell Banker
Yellowknife Racquet Club • Avery Cooper & Co. Ltd. • Stuart Oldham Landwash Studios • Dave Kellett • Dot Van Vliet & Vicky Tompkins
Cheryl Robinson-Houweling • Etandah Organic Day Spa • Robbie CraigTawna Brown Photography • Adam Dental Clinic • Kerri’s Kreations
Shoppers Drug Mart • Top of the World Travel • Turning Point FitnessCity of Yellowknife • Unico Contractors (NWT) Ltd. • Crowe MacKay LLP
Northern Arts and Cultural Centre • Inkit Ltd. • Gourmet Cup • Let Me KnotStuart Oldham • Signed. • Flowers North • Lake Awry Cap & Crest
Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts – Garry Singer, John Argue, Wendy Stephenson & Ann Peters
Our ninth annual fundraising event raised over $45,000 for the Yellowknife Community Foundation. Thank you to everyone who attended! And congratulations to David Oystrek and Rachel LeBlanc – the winners of the Dominion Diamond Mines pendant and earrings!
TITLE SPONSOR
CHAMPION SPONSORS
FRIEND LEVEL SPONSORS
FAN LEVEL SPONSORS
LEGACY SPONSORS
thank you!
Marvin & Janet Robinson
BILL BRADEN PHOTO
ALEX & SHEILA ARYCHUK
YKCF.CAImages from our photographers Bill Braden and Trudy Hause are posted on our Facebook page and website.
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