Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan
Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan is a podcast hosted by the Saskatchewan Community Foundation where we aim to connect you to the community impact that is empowered by donors and charities across the prairies.
It is an opportunity for us to listen and learn from the personal heartfelt stories of charities creating the community impact and the donors who fuel that impact.
Planting Seeds is now a show available on AccessNow TV through Access Communications. Visit myaccess.ca to see when you can watch the show.
Are you interested in being a guest or have an idea for a future episode? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we’d love to hear your ideas!
If you’d like to view all of the Saskatchewan Community Foundation’s videos including past event recaps, recorded seminars and webinars, and of course the Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan show, please check out our YouTube channel for more content!
Be sure to click “Subscribe” on our YouTube channel, and be sure to turn on “all notifications” to ensure you never miss a new video!
Planting Seeds: Season 1
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Sheila Wignes-Paton, Executive Director and Kendra Giles, Director of Program Development at the Phoenix Residential Society.
Programs mentioned:
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Program
Support this organization:
Donations | Phoenix Residential Society
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Adam Hicks, Director of Finance and Administration at the Saskatchewan Community Foundation.
Topics mentioned:
Long Term Impact of Legacy Giving
Build Giving Plans into your Wills
Specific funds mentioned:
Gravelbourg Co-Cathedral Preservation Endowment Fund
G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund
Additional materials:
See How Legacy Giving Works (Donation Calculator)
Celebrating Your Legacy ~ A resource for donors to explore impactful giving options
Legacy Planner ~ Planning for health, wealth, and beyond
Get involved with the Community Foundation:
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Amy Mohr, Director of Development and Communication at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina & Area.
Topics discussed:
Programs mentioned:
Support this organization:
Donate | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina and Area
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Shelley Thiel, Chair of the Board at the Saskatchewan Community Foundation.
Topics discussed:
The Stories of Impact Within the Community
Reaching Out to Volunteer on a Charity’s Board of Directors
Additional materials:
See How Legacy Giving Works (Donation Calculator)
Celebrating Your Legacy ~ A resource for donors to explore impactful giving options
Get involved with the Community Foundation:
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Steve Compton, CEO of YMCA of Regina.
Topics discussed:
Long Term Impact of Legacy Giving
Importance of Planned Giving (Wills)
Programs and services mentioned:
Working Out in their Facilities
Before and After School Care (Regina and Moose Jaw)
Senior Programming (Regina and Moose Jaw)
Mentorship Programming (Regina and Moose Jaw)
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Bob Friedrich, President of Robert W. Friedrich and Assoc.
Specific funds mentioned:
Truth and Reconciliation Fund (apply for the grant)
Truth and Reconciliation Fund (learn more about the fund)
Additional materials:
Grants at the Community Foundation
Non-profit & Charity Partner Agreement
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Fran Moran, Community and Relations Manager at Access Communications.
Topics discussed:
Apply for the Access Children’s Fund by email: [email protected]
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Greg Ottenbreit, Founder of Close Cuts for Cancer.
Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Jessica Pratt-Longman, Indigenous Cultural Advisor at Inclusion Regina.
Topics discussed:
Truth and Reconciliation Fund
Difference between Inclusion Regina and Creative Options Regina (COR)
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Lori Campbell, Vice-President of Indigenous Engagement at the University of Regina.
Topics discussed:
Partners in the Lecture Series:
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Inclusion of Indigenous Studies Within School Curriculums
Specific funds mentioned:
Truth and Reconciliation Grant
Support this organization:
Donate | University of Regina (general)
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Colleen Strauch, Director of Non-Profit and Voluntary Sector Studies Network at Luther College.
Topics discussed:
Luther College (High School campus and University of Regina campus)
Centre for Continuing Education at the University of Regina
The Importance of Volunteering
Partnering with the University of Regina Faculty of Engineering Class
Development of the Growing Futures Website
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Shawn Bauche, Program Consultant at Creative Kids Saskatchewan.
Topics discussed:
Similar granting model to KidSport Saskatchewan
Specific funds mentioned:
Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation
G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation
The Bill and Helen Davidson Foundation
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Planting Seeds: Season 2
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Donna Ziegler from the Saskatchewan Community Foundation to hear about the great community impact that happened in 2023 and the exciting plans for 2024 and beyond.
Topics discussed:
Upcoming Events
- UnCharitable Event
- First Annual Women Supporting Women Event
- Friendraiser 2024
- Women Supporting Women 2025
Specific funds mentioned:
Vital Women and Children’s Fund
Get involved with the Community Foundation:
Celebrating Your Legacy ~ A resource for donors to explore impactful giving options
Legacy Planner ~ Planning for health, wealth, and beyond
Follow us on social media:
Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Jacq Brasseur from Ivy + Dean Consulting to hear how they uniquely support the charitable sector from an equity and queer inclusive lens.
Topics discussed:
Coco (Centre for Community Organizations)
Origin of Ivy + Dean Consulting
Services Provided by Ivy + Dean to Non-Profits
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Jeph Maystruck from StratLab to hear about how they use their business to do good – helping nonprofits get a grasp of marketing and to raise awareness of important causes.
Topics discussed:
How Their Philosophy is Different When Approaching Business/Contracts
Programs and Learning Opportunities for Non-Profits
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Lisa Green from Hospitals of Regina Foundation and gain valuable insights into how they lead fundraising efforts that help improve the health of countless lives in our province.
Topics discussed:
Hospitals of Regina Foundation Home Lottery
Two Tertiary Hospitals:
Programs mentioned:
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Monica Totton from Regina Early Learning Centre about how they support and empower young children and their families.
Topics discussed:
Fundraising
Programs mentioned:
Regina Perinatal Health Network
Support this organization:
Donate | Regina Early Learning Centre
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Pearl Daniel, Executive Director at The Comeback Society about the important work they do to empower Indigenous peoples in the community and the collaborative programming they lead with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina & Area with funding from the Truth and Reconciliation Fund.
Topics discussed:
Alicia’s Story in Starting the Comeback Society
Partnerships and Collaborations With Other Organizations:
Programs mentioned:
- Food Sovereignty Programs
- Soup Bowl Sunday
- Buffalo Harvest Ceremony
- Cultural Collaborations
- Land Based Education
- Education and Facilitation Program
- Comeback Street Team
Support this organization:
Donate | The Comeback Society (bottom of the page)
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Kirk Englot from Family Service Regina about the supports they provide to families, as well as the collaborative Community Connect Regina initiative that is creating a more welcoming and simple process for families to access services right in their community.
Topics discussed:
Main Streams of Service:
- Mental Health Support and Counselling Work
- Rapid Access Support
- Gender Based Violence
- Community Outreach Stream
Partners for Community Connect Regina:
- Regina Work Preparation Centre
- Regina Early Learning Centre
- Rooted Connections
- Family Services Regina
- Caring Hearts
- Regina Public Library
How Community Connect Regina Works
Funding Partner: TELUS Friendly Future Foundation
Inspiration For This Project: Community Connect YYC
Support this project/organization:
Donate | Family Services Regina
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Ann Perry from The Circle Project about how they have adapted to the needs of their community.
Topics discussed:
How circle project acquired their building
Vital Signs: Growing Futures Report
Programs mentioned:
Support this organization:
Donate to the Daily Lunch Program
Support fundraising opportunities
Social Media:
Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Fran Moran from Access Communications about the Access Communications Children’s Fund.
Topics discussed:
Granting opportunities through the Access Communications Children’s Fund
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Kim Wenger and Doug McNair from North Central Family Centre about how the organization supports families in the area, as well as their new Hopes & Dreams campaign to launch a supportive housing unit in Regina.
Topics discussed:
Vital Signs: Growing Futures Report
Support this organization:
Donate | North Central Family Centre
Join their Board or a Committee
Donate to the Hopes and Dreams Campaign
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with Jeff Dudar and Alysia McKay from Street Culture Project about the incredible work they are doing to support and empower youth in our community.
Topics discussed:
Vital Signs: Growing Futures Report
Construction Company for Unrestricted Funding
Programs mentioned:
Housing programs:
Support this organization:
Donate | Street Culture Project
Hire SCP Construction for projects
Support their Housing Programs
Support the Employment of At-Risk Youth
Support their Mentorship Program
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Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan connecting you to the community impact powered by donors and charities across the prairies. This show originally aired on Access Now TV.
In this episode we chat with John Bailey, CEO at Regina Food Bank about the innovative new choice model food hub that the Food Bank is opening.
Topics discussed:
2022/2023 Community Access to Food
Vital Signs: Growing Futures Report
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Planting Seeds: Season 3
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If you’d like to view all of the Saskatchewan Community Foundation’s videos including past event recaps, recorded seminars and webinars, and of course the Planting Seeds: Philanthropy in Saskatchewan show, please check out our YouTube channel for more content!
Be sure to click “Subscribe” on our YouTube channel, and be sure to turn on “all notifications” to ensure you never miss a new video!