Skip to content

Comox Valley Community Foundation announces more funding for charities

Money goes to organizations working to help people who need it most right now
21615064_web1_200401-CVR-C-CVCF-1_1
The Comox Valley Community Foundation has announced additional funds for non-profits to help families during the COVID-19 health crisis. Stock image

The Comox Valley Community Foundation will be providing an additional $121,850 to support local charities responding to COVID-19.

The cash infusion is the result of a new partnership with Community Foundations of Canada, United Way Centraide Canada and the Canadian Red Cross, funded through the Government of Canada’s $350 million Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF). This vast national effort aims to support vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

“Local charities and non-profit organizations have been working tirelessly to support those who need it most right now. This additional funding is a much-needed boost to their efforts,” said Matt Beckett, president of the Comox Valley Community Foundation. “We’re looking forward to flowing funds quickly to ensure no one in our community is left behind.”

The Emergency Community Support Fund was initially announced on April 21 by the Prime Minister of Canada. It is part of a broad series of emergency response measures by the Government of Canada.

“Canadian charities and not for profits are always there to help you, in your time of need. But the COVID-19 pandemic is bringing real challenges to these important organizations. With today’s announcement, the Government of Canada will be there for them so they can continue to be there for Canadians,” said the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development

RELATED STORY: Comox Valley Community Foundation distributes $102,000 in emergency funds

Applications for funding from qualified donor recipients will be accepted beginning May 19. Grants can be used for a variety of purposes, including to cover staffing or resource needs, purchase assistance and more. Funding will be issued on an ongoing basis through July. Charities and community organizations are invited to visit https://cvcfoundation.org/ecsf/ for eligibility and application details.

“At Community Foundations of Canada, our purpose to ‘relentlessly pursue a future where everyone belongs’ has never felt more important than it does right now,” said Andrea Dicks, Community Foundations of Canada President. “We’re grateful for the leadership of local community foundations like the Comox Valley Community Foundation, who are stepping forward to activate this Fund and support their community as it navigates COVID-19. Thanks to the Government of Canada’s contribution, our network will support local organizations serving vulnerable groups, helping us set the stage for more inclusive, resilient and sustainable communities.”

Founded in 1996, the Comox Valley Community Foundation is an independent charity registered with Canada Revenue Agency, dedicated to enriching life in the Comox Valley forever. With the support of local families, businesses and organizations who have created endowed funds, the CVCF has awarded more than $3.2 million to over 170 local non-profits and 230 students.

For further information, or to learn more about how you can make an impact, please visit www.cvcfoundation.org or call 250-338-8444.