Recent News
Summer Student Appreciation of the Community Foundation
Armaan Sehgal, a employee with the community foundation, sent us a heartwarming testimonial about his experience here. Armaan’s last day working with us was today. We felt his words were so touching that we just had to share it. Please read Armaan’s kind and thoughtful words below. Armaan SehgalPast Student
2025 G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund grants. This year the Fund supported 33 charitable programs for a total of $505,704.68. The fund is intended to support general charitable purposes in the South Saskatchewan Area. Congratulations to the
2025 Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Fund Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Spring and Fall Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Fund grants. This spring the Fund supported 11 charitable organizations for a total of $165,750. This fall the Fund supported 17 charitable organizations for a total of $135,343.26. The Fund is
Sept 30, 2025: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Since 2021, September 30 has been recognized as a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the survivors of residential schools, remembers the children who never returned home, and acknowledges the ongoing impact these institutions have had on Indigenous communities across Canada. It is a time for reflection,
Fall 2025 Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the Fall 2025 Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund (JGJ) grants. This year JGJ supported 3 charitable programs for a total of $52,000. The purpose of this Fund is to support projects that preserve and conserve native flora and fauna
Third Annual Friendraiser — Sparking Community Connection
https://youtu.be/nXrZ5eyRU1w?si=MOlk5FkXFxySUvvH On Thursday August 14, 2025 the Community Foundation was excited to host our third annual Friendraiser event at the Conexus Arts Centre. This year, we had a wonderful turn out with nearly 100 charities in attendance and over 400 board members, partners, charity members, and friends that lit up
2025 Moffat Family Fund Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the February 28, 2025 Moffat Family Fund grants. This year the Fund supported 15 charitable programs for a total of $104,559.16. The fund is intended to support and advance the economic, social, physical and intellectual well-being of children and families,
Bidding Farewell to Exiting Board Members: Shelley Thiel and Mo Bundon
The Community Foundation would like to express its sincere gratitude to two exceptional outgoing board members: Shelley Thiel and Mo Bundon. After six years of dedicated service, their contributions have made a lasting impact on the Foundation and the communities we serve.
The Community Foundation Supports Wildfire Efforts
The Community Foundation has taken immediate action by contributing to local and provincial emergency relief efforts as wildfires continue to impact communities across Saskatchewan.
Second Annual CommUNITY for Women Breakfast a Fluttering Success
On Tuesday February 4th, the Community Foundation hosted the our second annual CommUNITY for Women breakfast. This SOLD-OUT event celebrated the women who have continued to inspire change and spark beautiful transformations, and we heard from women whose lives have forever been changed. In honouring the strength, resilience, and unity
CTV Morning Live Interview ~ 2nd Annual CommUNITY for Women Event
On Thursday January 23, 2025 our Executive Director Donna Ziegler was interviewed during the Live Morning show on CTV News. During this episode they discussed a wide variety of topics including:
The Evan Bray Show with guest Donna Ziegler
On December 31, 2024 our very own Executive Director Donna Ziegler was a guest on the Evan Bray Show with guest host Taylor MacPherson. During this episode they discussed a wide variety of topics including:
2024 G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund grants. This year the Fund supported 25 charitable programs for a total of $417,022. The fund is intended to support general charitable purposes in the South Saskatchewan Area. Congratulations to the
The Community Foundation Makes Canada’s Top 50 Equitable Funders 2024 List!
On October 31, 2024 Future of Good and QuakeLab presented the results of Canada’s Top 50 Equitable Funders for 2024. Within this list, the Saskatchewan Community Foundation is proud to be ranked as the 20th most equitable! This list aims to recognize and praise funders who are actively building equity,
Did you know November is Make a Will Month?
November is Make a Will Month, a time designed to consider your estate plan and the importance of having a Will. It’s also the perfect time to reflect on how you can continue supporting the causes that mean the most to you beyond your lifetime. Many people delay writing a Will,
2024 Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Fall Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation grants. This fall the Fund supported 12 charitable programs for a total of $141,200. The fund is intended to promote social, cultural, religious, educational and other activities deemed beneficial to communities in southern Saskatchewan with
Fall 2024 Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund Grant Results
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the Fall 2024 Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund (JGJ) grants. This year JGJ supported 3 charitable programs for a total of $40,000. The purpose of this Fund is to support projects that preserve and conserve native flora and fauna
Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan — New Season Out Now!
We are excited to share the news that a brand new season of our Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan show is out now! This show aims to connect viewers to the community impact happening within the province, and to connect both donors and charities to the amazing work being done