Kootenay Savings hands out tens of thousands in grants to local non-profits
By Castlegar Source
Twenty-four community organizations have benefited from Kootenay Savings Community Foundation grants, according to a press release issued this week. The release indicated $53, 060 was distributed to non-profits across the region.
“Since it was established in 2000, the Community Foundation has formed partnerships with hundreds of other local like-minded organizations and groups to leave lasting legacies in the Kootenays, investing close to $4 million dollars into worthwhile non-profit projects and initiatives,” the release said.
“These most recent grants, ranging from $400 to $6,000, will provide much-needed funding to 24 diverse and deserving community groups from throughout the region.
Arrow Lakes Search & Rescue
Castlegar Archery Club
Castlegar Communities in Bloom
Castlegar Friends of Parks & Trails Society
Columbia Valley Youth Soccer Association
Hills Emergency Services Society
Kaslo Trailblazers Society
Kimberley Independent School Society
Kootenay Doukhobor Historical Society
Kootenay Lake Historical Society
Lower Columbia Community Development Team
Meadowbrook Community Association
Renascence Arts & Sustainability Society
Rotary Club of Nakusp
Salmo Swimming Pool Society
Slocan Lake Gallery Society
Tadanac Residents Association
Trail Career Development Services
Trail & District Arts Council
Trail Gymnastics Society
Trail Track & Field Club
Warfield Village Enhancement Society
Wildsight Invermere
Windermere Elementary School PAC
“Along with the community grants, the Foundation is also rewarding youth for their commitment to community, leadership and learning by awarding $38,700 in educational awards and summer camp sponsorships.”
