Norfolk Community Foundation PO Box 999, Simcoe, ON N3Y 5B3 - 519-428-0170
contact@norfolkcommunityfoundation.com
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The foundation was formed in 1986 and has accumulated capital of $5 million.
Donations made to recipients in Norfolk County exceed $100,000 annually.
Donations We Have Made
Some Recent Work In Our Community
Big Brothers & Sisters
Delhi Community Health Centre
H-N Senior Support Services
Kinsmen Club of Delhi - Quance Mill Renovations
LaSalette Area Rural Roots Community Hall
Lighthouse Festival Theatre
Long Point Conservation Authority
Lynn Valley Trail
Lynwood Arts Centre
Norfolk County Youth Soccer Park
Norfolk General Hospital
Norfolk General Hospital Foundation
Norfolk Historical Society
Norfolk Musical Arts Festival
Norfolk Pregnancy Centre
Norview Lodge Garden Project
Port Dover Elmer Lewis Parkette
Port Dover Kinsmen Club Park Pavilion
Norfolk Association for Community Living
Port Dover Public Library
Port Dover Sports Park
Port Rowan Heritage Association
Port Rowan Waterfront Park
SCS Rising From the Ashes Campaign
Simcoe Minor Baseball - Batting Cages
Waterford Old Town Hall
WDHS Score Board
Norfolk County Sports Hall of Recognition
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General Fund Donations
If you would like to donate to our "General Funds" account that is managed by our Board of Directors please click the icon below and follow the instructions. Your dontation will join hundreds of others that help our community in so many ways.
Thank you for doing your part
Featured Funds
Matt O'Donnell Fund
Matt O'Donnell was in the prime of his life when he passed away tragically in the fall of 2017. Matt had an enormous heart and was a great sportsman and community volunteer. Matt was especially interested in firefighting and helping special needs children.
He left his many friends and family far too soon.
A memorial donor advised fund has been created in Matt's name. Matt's family will act as donor advisors to ensure annual donations are directed to causes that would have been special to him.
Doug and Starr Fund
Doug and Starr Demeyere were exceptional community builders and supporters. From sponsoring teams, helping individuals, donating to community charities or working on volunteer boards, the Demeyere's could always be counted on to be front and centre with their support.
Unfortunately they passed away in a house fire in 2015.
A memorial donor advised fund has been created to continue the good works of Doug and Starr. Their children Derek and Khristy are the donor advisors selecting donations made form this fund.
Student Bursaries & Scholarships
Century Fund
Kilpatrick Scholarship Fund
W.B. & Christie Jackson Fund
Hazel Race Education Fund
Mabel O'Brian Scholarship Fund
Marian McKiee
Memorial Scholarship Fund
Irene McKiee Bursary Fund
NORFOLK
COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION
Rotary Club of Simcoe
Watts Scholarship Fund
Sarah Wallace Award Fund
B. Wallace and Estelle M. Anderson & Family Fund
Doug & Starr Demeyere Family Fund
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Submission Deadlines
May 31st and October 31st
consideration outside of these dates on an exceptional basis
The Foundation supports charitable organizations concerned with education of the public, health, arts and culture, recreation and social services that operate for the citizens of Norfolk County.
Grants are made only to registered charitable organizations (or to endeavours sponsored by an organization with charitable registration) serving the residents of Norfolk County.
Grants are awarded to educational institutions on the basis that the project encourages more efficient use of community resources.
Requests from local chapters of organizations existing primarily to raise funds for health-related projects will be considered only if the project provides service/support for patients or care givers, or specific health promotion initiatives and medical professional recruitment in this community.
Grants are awarded for definite purposes, and for projects covering a specified period of time. Multi-year grants are subject to periodic performance reviews.
Preference is given to capital projects which:
- Encourage more efficient use of community resources
- Address the underlying causes of problems in our society rather then dealing only with symptoms
- Is developed in consultation with other agencies and planning groups,and those which promote co-ordination, co-operation and sharing among organizations, and the elimination of duplicated services
- Promote volunteer participation and citizen involvement in the communit
Bursaries and scholarships are awarded to educational institutions and not to individuals as per our endowment fund guidelines.
Pilot or demonstration projects must include provision for an evaluation, and a realistic plan for financial viability beyond the pilot stage.
Grants are not considered in support of operating expenses or capital deficits.
Grants are not made to establish or add to endowment funds.
Grants are not made to religious/political organizations for direct religious/political activities.
apply for a grant please contact us and we will start the process
Donation Information
The objectives of the Norfolk Community Foundation are to receive, maintain, manage, control and use donations for the following:
- Permanence:
- Your donation is permanent and will continue to give to the community for generation.
- Simplicity:
- You can help one charity or a number of charities with your gift to the foundation... it is your choice.
- Flexibility:
- You choose how you want to give based on your financial and charitable goals
- Relevance:
- Your gift stays in our community and helps where you want it to or where it's needed most.
- Comfort:
- Knowing your gift will make a difference in our community for generations to come makes us an easy choice.
- Fiscal Responsibility:
- The funds are professionally managed to ensure good return at minimal cost, subjected to an annual audit and public AGM.
- Accountability:
- Community leaders serve on the volunteer Board of Directors, which oversees the activities of the Foundation
- Tax Advantages:
- Your gift results in tax savings for you and your estate.
- Recognition:
- You can be recognized as a donor or remain anonymous.
2017 Financial Statement
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BECOME A DONOR
Who Administers the Norfolk Community Foundation?
The organization is operated completely by a community-minded board of volunteers.
The board is made up of people from all areas of Norfolk County.
Chair:
Shawn Swarts
Managing Partner, Cobb & Jones Law Firm
519-428-0170
E-mail Shawn
Treasurer
Colleen Adams
Associate Advisor, CIBC Wood Gundy
519-428-3961
E-mail Colleen
Grants Chair
Bruce E. Shoff
Certified Financial Planner Professional, Good Redden Klosler Wealth Management
519-426-6603
E-mail Bruce
Investments & Marketing
Bart Crandon
President & Publisher, Turf & Recreation Publishing Inc.
519-429-5181
E-mail Bart
Michael Fredericks
President & CEO, Annex Publishing & Printing
519-428-8020
E-mail Mike
Marc Vanden Bussche
President, Vanden Bussche Irrigation
519-582-2380
E-mail Marc
Brad Allender
Retired Corporate Manager
519-426-1368
E-mail Brad
Robert Judd
Graphic Art Design & Illustrator, Robert Judd Design Co.
519-420-9437
E-mail Robert
Ron Richards
Retired Educator
519-410-2882
E-mail Ron
Joan Maloney
Education Assistant, Grand Erie District School Board
519-757-7867
E-mail Joan
Len Addley
Retired Corporate Manager
519-426-2295
E-mail Len
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