The Foundation creates connections valley-wide by inspiring donors to give and then connecting their funds to the projects and ideas brought to life on the front-lines – through our capable charitable organizations delivering programs and services in the areas of highest need.
Access the Valley
Access the Valley is a community initiative supported and locally funded by the Columbia Valley Community Foundation and the CV Greenways Trail Alliance.
31 May, 2018
Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
In 2017, CBAL was successful in obtaining a grant for "Love 2 Learn". This program supports children's literacy through age-appropriate crafts, stories and playtime.
13 November, 2018
Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley
The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley exists to promote health by relieving conditions associated with end of life in our Columbia Valley communities.
31 May, 2018
Lake Windermere Ambassadors Society
In 2017, the Lake Windermere Ambassadors Society was successful in obtaining a grant to revitalize their summer and winter stewardship guides for Lake Windermere.
01 August, 2018
Panorama Adaptive Sports Society
In 2017, PASS was successful in obtaining a Canada 150 grant which was used to purchase ski jackets for their volunteers. While serving a functional purpose, these jackets identify the volunteers on t
17 August, 2018
Steamboat Mountain Music Society
In 2017, the Steamboat Mountain Music Society was successful in obtaining a community grant to support the festival. This grant came from the Community Fund - an open fund used to support a variety of
15 August, 2018
Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club
In 2017, the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club was successful in obtaining a grant for their Youth Skill Development Program. This grant allowed the club to purchase additional youth ski equipment.
13 November, 2018
Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society (Summit Youth Centre Hub)
The Summit Youth Centre Hub has a fully immersive virtual reality (VR) system with the equipment and ability to experience a variety of entertaining and educational scenarios.
31 May, 2018
