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GDCF Supports CED Course Coming to Golden

1/15/2013

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(Golden, BC) –  The Golden & District Community Foundation has decided to support two community projects in its eleventh annual round of grants.

The largest grant was made to Golden Community Resources Society as they work to bring Simon Fraser University’s (SFU) Community Economic Development (CED) certificate course to Golden in the spring.

SFU defines CED as a field of study that “explicitly combines social and economic development to increase community control, build self‐reliance, restore ecological integrity and create meaningful employment.”

According to SFU’s CED website, the program is “comprised of eight, intensive two-day courses for community leaders to explore, with peers, the models and methods for building sustainable, local, robust economies. Tackle real world problems with experienced practitioners to guide you.” The course is designed to help participants, “build networks with others committed to community economic development, acquire a new language to communicate your ideas across multiple fields; focus your learning on issues and opportunities in your own community; integrate your experience throughout the program; [and] expand the range of tools and methods used.”

From GCRS’ grant application,

“This project addresses our community's struggling economy by building the capacity of local leaders through a locally hosted Simon Fraser University CED certificate course; with bursaries available to ensure that local participants can attend. By making the CED expertise available in Golden, local leaders can learn together, raise the level of CED discussion and integrate CED into existing and future initiatives.”

This $73,000 project is one of the largest projects supported by the GDCF. It is expected that by hosting this course, the community can better address local issues identified in the 2011 Golden & Area A’s Vital Signs Report; 2) strengthen local organizations with participation from several locals; and 3) bring in specialized CED experts to our community to teach courses and provide advice on addressing community challenges.

While a boon to the local community, it is expected that participants will come from afar to take advantage of this rare opportunity. Financially, this grant and project will eliminate the very costly travel expenses traditionally absorbed by locals travelling to Vancouver, Nelson or Alberta for this course. GCRS expects that those individuals involved with government, non profits, co-ops, credit unions and socially responsible businesses will find the information particularly useful. Anyone interested in the course and bursary opportunities, should contact Connie Barlow at GCRS at 250-344-2311 or cbarlow.gcrs@gmail.com.

The second grant was made to the Golden & District Historical Society (GDHS) and awarded from the interest earned on the Cecil & Edel Parson Memorial Fund. The GDHS is currently working to better weatherize the Golden Museum.

Following the call for proposals in October, there were funding requests for $21,684.47. The volunteer Grants Advisory Committee (GAC) thoroughly reviewed the 4 applications and then deliberated together.  The Board of Directors ratified the recommendations in November and the applicants were notified immediately after.

These two grants were made possible by the many GDCF donors that have contributed to the collection of Community Grants Program endowment funds.

To make a donation to one of 17 endowment funds, or learn how your family or business can start your own, please visit www.goldencommunityfoundation.ca.

 

About the Golden & District Community Foundation
The Golden & District Community Foundation’s mission is to attract and effectively grow permanent funds; provide leadership and administration that helps in addressing significant community needs; and help donors fulfill their philanthropic interests.


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For more information contact:

Ryan Watmough, Executive Director
Golden & District Community Foundation
PO Box 1485  Golden, BC  V0A 1H0
Phone: 1-250-344-8610
Email: admin@goldencommunityfoundation.ca
Website: www.goldencommunityfoundation.ca

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Whitetooth Supports Young Skiers & Snowboarders

1/15/2013

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 (Golden, BC) – Thanks to the Whitetooth Affordable Ski Program, 21 local kids will be learning to ski and snowboard this winter. 

This winter sports program is designed to encourage children and youth participation where family incomes are limited. The program continues to be supported by Kicking Horse Mountain Resort (KHMR), the Golden Kicking Horse Alpine Team (GKHAT) and the Golden & District Community Foundation-managed (GDCF) Whitetooth Ski Society Fund. 

This year saw another increase in applications (41 vs. 36 in 2011/12). However, due to reduced funding available and rising product costs, the Whitetooth Ski Society Fund was able to provide over $12,000 towards the support of 21 children and youth from 8 to 17 years of age with season passes, rental equipment and lessons.

Judy Brook, of Golden Community Resources Society, explained the new challenge faced by the application adjudication committee and the GDCF Board of Directors. “This was a difficult decision to make as we have always had the pleasure of providing some type of assistance to all applicants, but it is understandable that to sustain this program we must have some financial constraints.”

“With the great snow we’ve received this season and the high quality lesson and racing programs available,” detailed Ryan Watmough, GDCF Executive Director, “we know that the participants are going to enjoy their time on the slopes, learn new skills and make many memories.”

If you would like to make a donation to the Whitetooth Ski Society Fund and ensure that future generations of local kids will get to learn to ski and snowboard, please visit www.goldencommunityfoundation.ca and donate through www.canadahelps.org.  And you can also show your support by purchasing a ‘Ski/Ride Whitetooth’ t-shirt from Off The Wall Entertainment, who will donate the proceeds from sales to the Whitetooth Ski Society Fund.

Applications for the 2013/14 intake will be available in October.

About the Golden & District Community Foundation
The Golden & District Community Foundation’s mission is to attract and effectively grow permanent funds; provide leadership and administration that helps in addressing significant community needs; and help donors fulfill their philanthropic interests.


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For more information contact:

Ryan Watmough, Executive Director
Golden & District Community Foundation
PO Box 1485  Golden, BC  V0A 1H0
Phone: 1-250-344-8610
Email: admin@goldencommunityfoundation.ca
Website: www.goldencommunityfoundation.ca

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