President’s Message - Yellowknife Community Foundation

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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Yellowknife Community Fund

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,

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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

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DAVID SUTHERLAND MEMORIAL FUND

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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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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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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,

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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

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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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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


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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