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The Official Newsletter of the Richmond Community Foundation
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| Collaboration, Innovation, Impact |
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April 15 is fast approaching. We mention this because it's the deadline to apply for a Richmond Community Foundation grant. We've made a few changes to the process this year, clearly defining three granting streams, each with their own funding guidelines. In fact, we introduced the first of these streams, Collaboration, in the fall of 2013. Applications were due on February 1, and those we received were universally strong. We hope the trend continues for our Innovation and Impact granting streams.
Jump Start Grants
Jump Start Grants reward innovation. Specifically, they're for innovative projects - in terms of both service delivery and program design - that don't yet have funding sources, and so need a "jump start" to get off the ground. Grants, available for up to $5,000, are open to Richmond-based charitable organizations registered with the Canada Revenue Agency. If you have an innovative project that you think fits the bill, download and submit a Letter of Intent by the April 15 deadline.
Impact Grants
Also due on April 15 are Letters of Intent for our Impact Grants, which, again, are open to registered, Richmond-based non-profit organizations. Intended for projects that will have a broad community impact, these grants are issued in amounts ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. We'd like to stress that projects with a narrow focus - whether that's a demographic group, like at-risk youth, or a sector, like arts and culture - are not excluded from this granting stream. Quite the opposite - they're encouraged. Initiatives that greatly enhance the lives of even a small number of people can strengthen the community as a whole. That may well describe YOUR initiative, so we hope you'll apply.
Every year, we learn about new projects that inspire us with their clarity of vision and creative approach to community building. We can't wait to see what's in store this year, and we can't wait to offer our support.
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If you read our last newsletter, and you happen to be a golfer, you probably noticed that, in an attempt to be clever, we titled the article promoting our upcoming golf tournament "Four!" Evidently, that was incorrect. It's actually "Fore," as one reader helpfully pointed out. We've made the change this time around, and hope that you won't hold our spotty knowledge of golf terminology against us!
Now, back to business at hand. The Richmond Community Foundation's 21st Annual Golf Tournament - officially known as the RCF Club Cup - will take place Thursday, May 29, at Quilchena Golf & Country Club. Proceeds from the event will support the Community Foundation's work managing nearly 50 permanent endowment funds. In addition, a portion of the proceeds will go directly to Tourism Richmond's Endowment Fund, which supports individuals looking to enter the tourism industry, but first require skill or equipment upgrades.
Golfers can register individually or as teams of four. You can also forgo golf altogether and attend the event as a dinner guest only. In any case, there's an online registration form on our website, as well as a downloadable version for those who prefer paper .
The tournament already has an impressive list of sponsors, including The Richmond Review, Canadian Western Bank, and NCIX. That being said, there are still many opportunities to get involved. Check out our website to learn how your business can become a sponsor.
We look forward to seeing you all on May 29! |
| A Big Boost for Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives |
In February, Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives, the Community Foundation's joint initiative with Volunteer Richmond Information Services, received a $150,000 grant from the Government of BC. It was a major vote of confidence for the project, which seeks to simplify and streamline the giving of both volunteer time and financial resources throughout Richmond.
The funding, for which we are extremely grateful, will allow us to move forward with the initiative, and, in the coming months, lay some very important administrative, operational, and technological groundwork. One thing's clear: there's no turning back now. We'll keep you updated every step of the way on what's sure to be an exciting journey! |
The cheque presentation. Pictured, from left to right, are Sylvia Gwozd, Chair of the Richmond Community Foundation; the Honourable Linda Reid, MLA for Richmond East; Mary Kemmis, President of Volunteer Richmond; John Yap, MLA for Richmond-Steveston; Elizabeth Specht, Executive Director of Volunteer Richmond and the Richmond Community Foundation; and the Honourable Teresa Wat, MLA for Richmond Centre.
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 High School Scholarship DeadlineWe know that not many high school students receive our newsletter, so we're counting on you, dear reader, to pass the word along: the final day to apply for a scholarship through the Richmond Community Foundation is March 31. Applications are available on our website.
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 A Worthy Winner Speaking of scholarships, we'd like to congratulate Sandra Bodenhamer on winning this year's Ethel Tibbits Scholarship, established by The Richmond Review to assist women who are seeking to upgrade their education or job skills in order to better support their families. Sandra, who was presented the scholarship at last week's Ethel Tibbits Women of Distinction Awards, is returning to school to pursue a master's degree in public health. |
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Richmond Community Foundation
190 - 7000 Minoru Boulevard
Richmond, BC V6Y 3Z5
Phone: 604.270-4483
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