In September, The Whistler Writing Society gave a nod to the future of the organization by opening the
Literary Arts Legacy Fund with Whistler Community Foundation (WCF). The agency fund is a longterm
investment in their mission to promote the literary arts to Whistler’s residents and visitors.
In December, Whistler Film Festival Society (WFF) became the latest to invest in an endowment fund with
Whistler Community Foundation (WCF) as a long-term strategy to support the distinguished and creative
programming which has been part of the Whistler community for 20+ years.
WCF’s call for applications drew $199,741 in requests and the proceeds from multiple Endowment Funds fulfilled 32 grants for total of $160,150. With nearly $40,000 in unmet requests, and non-profits in need WCF sought alternative means to supply applicants with funding. An additional $20,000 from the Emergency Fund was granted for a total of $180,150 at the time of writing.
In February, Sea to Sky Hospice Society became the latest charity to shape an endowment fund with Whistler Community Foundation (WCF) as a long-term investment in compassionate care for Sea to Sky residents living with life limiting illness or grief. With an initial investment of $10,000, Sea to Sky Hospice Society looks to grow the endowment and use the annual proceeds of the investment to support programs offered throughout the Sea to Sky corridor.
Whistler and Pemberton benefit from Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) More than $70,000 distributed to fund program adaptations, outreach services, cultural preservation,
Pemberton programs granted $38k of nearly $87k in emergency funding Whistler Community Foundation and Whistler Blackcomb Foundation cooperate to grant emergency funding to Pemberton Children’s
Whistler Community Foundation takes part in new Emergency Community Support Fund $40,000 in funding available in Whistler and Pemberton area for charities supporting Covid-19 response
CEP Grant to serve Whistler Community Foundation programs Annual grants pivot to reduce potential barriers in light of Covid 19 For Immediate Release – Whistler,
Stay at Home Gala Whistler raises over $38k for charities in need Gala goers donned their best dress up dress down outfit to be entertained
Whistler Community Foundation presents Stay at Home Gala Whistler National and local acts take virtual stage to raise urgently needed funds For Immediate Release –
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