Give a Gift

Gifting opportunities

Community Named Fund minimum $1,000	Your large and small gifts are combined and the income is distributed through a grant application process.  This ensures that the changing needs of the community are addressed in a timely manner.
Designated Fund minimum $7,500	You choose a favourite registered charity.  Each year the income is designated to that organization.
Field of Interest Fund minimum $7,500	You request the Foundation to direct the earnings to a particular area of interest; i.e. arts, youth, seniors, among others.
Donor Advised Fund minimum $7,500	You advise the Foundation each year as to which charitable organizations are to benefit from the fund income.  You have the opportunity to change your focus every year.  This is similar to having your own foundation.
Community Unnamed Fund Memorial, Tribute, etc. no donation too small	Friends of the Valley:  up to $99.00 Century Club:  $100.00 - $499.00 Builder Club:  $500.00 - $999.00

Scholarships and bursaries

The Province of Manitoba in 2006 introduced a five-year program to match new scholarship or bursary funds established within Manitoba Community Foundations to a maximum of $100,000 per year.

Several funds have been established by our Community Foundation under this initiative to assist students pursuing higher levels of education.  Contact any board member for information to create your fund.

Celebrate!

A birthday or anniversary with a gift to the Community Foundation in the name of a person or the couple being honoured.

Leave a tribute

In memory of a loved one or good friend with a gift to the Community Foundation.

Leave a legacy

Think of community as another heir and leave a legacy to the Valley.

“Will Power” is what individuals create when they prepare a will.  It enables people to provide for loved ones and, if they wish, to make a difference in their community.

After providing for family and friends, some donors leave a percentage of the residue of their estate to their local foundation.  By doing so, their gift may result in a substantial tax benefit making everyone a winner.

We can help you establish a permanent fund and leave a legacy for generations to come.  We have a variety of funds available.  It is never too early to plan your estate.

To learn more about making a gift to the Foundation, contact your lawyer, accountant or financial advisor for particulars.

“Your gift is never spent or used up; it goes on giving forever.”