You can now make a contribution directly to the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) to support their programs and services. Your donation will go towards the revitalization of sqilxʷ culture and nsqilxʷcen language. Scroll down for the donation form and to read about the programs and services you can support. A note from OKIB: “Since the […]
Scroll to bottom to make a donation. Paul Nixon’s legacy lives on through his community impact For all of us living in the North Okanagan, we can easily recognize the landmark that is the law offices of Nixon Wenger on 30th Avenue. Paul Nixon was instrumental in planning and constructing those offices. Sadly, Paul passed […]
Giving that feels good. Find a meaningful gift for everyone on your holiday list in the 2021 Giving Guide. It is the season where people start preparing their holiday gift lists, and many are taking a moment to reflect on what “giving” means to them. The Community Foundation North Okanagan has created the 2021 Giving […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the charitable sector and the Sustainable Recovery Grant aims to respond directly to emerging and shifting sustainability needs of charities and charities with social enterprises. The grant will provide coaching and support focused on resilience and recovery in four key areas: revenue, operations, people and impact. Successful applicants to […]
Applications are open from April 1st, 2023 to April 30th, 2023. Granting cycle – this program runs annually in the Spring. Dates may change slightly each year. The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program helps residents of any age, experience, or background take part in building community. Do you have a great idea to strengthen connections […]
To make a donation and support a frontline worker – scroll to bottom of page. Thank you. As the COVID-19 pandemic rolls into its second-year many frontline workers are feeling physically exhausted. They put on their masks and go to work every day because they don’t have the option of working from home. Workers in […]
COVID-19 has seriously impacted our access and use of public spaces which are the glue to our communities. They are a big part of what makes communities safe, vibrant and connected. The Healthy Communities Initiative is a $31 million investment from the Government of Canada to support communities as they create and adapt public spaces […]
Since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, community-based charities and non-profit organizations have been working tirelessly to provide emergency support to individuals and communities experiencing heightened vulnerability. In response, a source of rapid funding was made available to support organizations working with vulnerable populations impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The Community Foundation of the North Okanagan […]
The Covid-19 situation is having an impact on everyone’s mental health, but Front Line workers are especially impacted. Help us show these Front Line Heroes WE CARE by donating and nominating someone you know for a special appreciation thank you session!
An Additional $60,000 Available to North Okanagan Charities VERNON (October 5, 2020) – The Community Foundation of the North Okanagan (CFNO) is pleased to announce an additional $60,000 has been made available for COVID-19 relief through the partnership with the Government of Canada. The Government of Canada launched the Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) across […]