The Foundation's community response to COVID-19
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Winnipeg charities demonstrate innovation and creativity during pandemic. Winnipeg’s charitable sector is driven by a passion the Coronavirus cannot kill. Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, charities in Winnipeg have come up with creative ways to ser...
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$57.5M
in community support in 20191,000+
organizations supported in 20198,852
gifts received in 2019Why I Give
“Because the vibrancy of a city is reflected in its arts and cultural activities, bringing joy and meaning to people’s lives.”
David worked with Foundation staff and determined he would include a legacy gift in his estate plans to pay tribute to his late wife Dale's passion and support the community.
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Arts, Culture & Heritage
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Wonderful! When you give to Arts, Culture & Heritage you’re helping to…
• MAKE art and culture accessible
• CREATE social change through art
• CELEBRATE our diverse cultural heritage
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Children, Youth & Families
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Wonderful! When you give to Children, Youth & Families you’re helping to…
• HELP individuals develop their potential
• EMPOWER families
• CULTIVATE belonging and safety in neighborhoods
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BeCause & Effect #35: Christy Dzikowicz
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BeCause & Effect #34: Kristy McFee
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Investing in healthy food for children and youth
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Environment & Animal Welfare
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Wonderful! When you give to Environment & Animal Welfare you’re helping to…
• PROMOTE sustainable lifestyles
• TACKLE climate change
• PROTECT animals
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BeCause & Effect #43: Javier Schwersensky
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Health, Wellness & Recreation
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Wonderful! When you give to Health, Wellness & Recreation you’re helping to…
• ENHANCE food security
• REMOVE barriers to recreation and sports
• REDUCE isolation for seniors and the vulnerable
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Winnipeg Impact Maker: Heads-up Guys Club
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Growing community
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Literacy, Education & Employment
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Wonderful! When you give to Literacy, Education & Employment you’re helping to…
• CLOSE education gaps
• INCREASE school readiness, high school completion, and post-secondary enrolment
• SUPPORT transition to the workforce
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Community
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Wonderful! When you give to Community you’re helping to…
• SUPPORT all the Causes
• DO IT ALL!
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