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Welcome to the Delta Community Foundation.
We are committed to improving the lives of everyone across Delta through the power of giving. We have returned $1.2 million to the community through grants, scholarships and bursaries. We’ve supported people and organizations from North Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen who are dedicated to making Delta a better place for us all.
Find out why we’re called Delta’s “charity for charities” and how your gifts can keep on giving, forever, to the charities and causes you care about the most.
Festival of Lights - Kindness Tree
A BIG THANK YOU to the children of Ms. Margo Hardy’s grade 3 classroom at Beach Grove Elementary for helping us spread kindness!
In the spirit of the holiday season, as part of our participation with Delta’s Kindness Meter project, we are excited to share what kindness means to the kids! Students were invited to decorate ornaments representing their unique ideas of how kindness should be celebrated, and we are thrilled to have been part of this creative effort with them.
The Kindness Meter ornaments are inspired by Delta Community Foundation’s repurposed parking meters that collect spare change for local organizations supporting those in need across Delta. To date the Kindness Meter Program has raised over $4,000 to support urgent needs in Delta such as the Delta food banks, Extreme Weather Shelters, Seniors’ Food Programs and a Domestic Violence Prevention Program.
Introducing the New President of the Delta Community Foundation
At the Delta Community Foundation’s 2024 Annual General Meeting, Gail Martin (left) hands over the role of President to Gillian Lowrey (right).
“It’s been a busy and eventful 3 years. I am pleased to hand over the presidency of the DCF to the very capable hands of Gillian Lowrey. Hopefully she won’t have to pound the gavel too many times to restore order!” – Gail Martin
Gillian Lowrey, a lifelong Tsawwassen resident, is now raising her family in the community. Passionate about giving back, she is excited to take on her new role as the president of the Delta Community Foundation.
Give Back Today and Help Us Match a $5,000 Donation!
During this season of giving, we want to acknowledge our donors and emphasize how thankful we are for your support. To keep supporting the charities of Delta please consider giving to the Delta Community Foundation.
Throughout October we are excited to announce every donation made this giving season will be matched dollar for dollar. Donate now to make double the impact in Delta!
Congratulations to the Recipients of Community Prosperity Fund grants!
Delta Community Foundation Announces Recipients of Community Prosperity Funding
Delta BC, August 29, 2024— The Delta Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Community Prosperity Fund. The Foundation is proud to support a diverse group of organizations dedicated to fostering social inclusion and poverty reduction in the Delta community. The Foundation received over $1.8 million in application requests with $505,000 in grants to distribute.
The Community Prosperity Fund (CPF) is a multi-year program investing $25 million into community organizations in British Columbia that are focussed on poverty reduction and social inclusion. The CPF is one of four funding streams under the Stronger Community Services Fund – a broader $60 million commitment from the BC Government to invest in the nonprofit sector
The Community Prosperity Fund initiative was established to provide financial support to non-profits and community groups that are making significant strides in areas such as education, health, arts & culture, food security, accessibility, seniors, children & youth. After a thorough review process, the Delta Community Foundation is excited to announce that the following organizations will be receiving funding:
Deltassist
Better Cause Society
BC & Alberta Guide Dogs
Crossroads United Church
Delta Community Living Society
Delta Firefighter’s Charitable Society
Delta Gymnastics
Delta Stageworks
Delta Stroke Recovery
Eldercollege
Heron Hospice Society of Delta
Kin Village
Latino Workers Society
Mamas for Mamas
Starfish Pack Program North Delta
Reach Child & Youth Development Society
South Delta Food Bank
Starfish Pack Program South Delta
Step Forward Health Society
St. David’s Society
“The Delta Community Foundation is deeply committed to supporting outstanding organizations that are driving positive change in Delta. Through the Community Prosperity Fund, the Delta Community Foundation is able to contribute to the well-being and prosperity of our community of Delta by empowering those who are making a difference. This is an example of how the Delta Community Foundation has been recognized as critical in determining the needs in Delta that meet the poverty reduction and social inclusion mandate to distribute these important monies”, says Delta Community Foundation Chair, Gail Martin.
“We are inspired by the dedication and passion of these organizations,” said Ammen Dhillon, Grant Chair of the Delta Community Foundation. “Our goal is to amplify their impact and support their efforts to create a stronger, more vibrant Delta. The recipients all demonstrated a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly for marginalized communities in Delta. They are well-aligned with anticipated future needs and are leading in addressing these challenges..”
For more information about the Community Prosperity Funding and the Delta Community Foundation, please contact the Foundation at [email protected].
About Delta Community Foundation
The Delta Community Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Delta through philanthropy, community engagement, and strategic grantmaking. Our mission is to foster a thriving community by supporting initiatives that promote social, economic, and environmental well-being.
Media Contact:
Dalyce Wickett
Delta Community Foundation
778-881-0300
P.O. Box 18527
Delta, BC V4K 4V7
www.deltafoundation.org
Funding Announcement! Delta Community Foundation receives $500,000 in funding for charities in Delta
The Delta Community Foundation has partnered with the Province of British Columbia and the Vancouver Foundation to distribute $500,000 in grants through the Community Prosperity Fund. The Delta Community Foundation will fund multi-year grants for local charities committed to poverty reduction and social inclusion iniatives.
About the Community Prosperity Fund
The Community Prosperity Fund (CPF) is a multi-year program investing $25 million into community organizations in British Columbia that are focussed on poverty reduction and social inclusion. The CPF is one of four funding streams under the Stronger Community Services Fund – a broader $60 million commitment from the BC Government to invest the nonprofit sector.
The CPF is an incredible opportunity to build relationships, deepen existing ones and support community well-being.
Application Portal is Closed. Thank you to everyone who applied for Community Prosperity Funding!
The Community Prosperity Fund grant recipients will be announced in late August.
Please note that only one application can be submitted per organization for Community Prosperity Funding and we cannot directly fund Non Qualified Donees the Non Qualified Donee will have to have a sponsoring organization or qualified donee to apply with in order for our Foundation to issue the funds. We would issue the funds to the NQD.
A successful Mother’s Day was had by all!
It was a great way to spend time with Mom. The Delta Community Foundation’s spring warehouse sale, May 12-14, 2023 was a great weekend of shopping, with the added bonus of $30,000 in proceeds going towards charities in Delta, through The Delta Community Foundation.
In partnership with Evolution Fulfillment, Apeship Courier & Freight, and the City of Delta, the prior two warehouse sales in 2022 were great successes, attracting over 400 shoppers from throughout the Lower mainland to The Harris Barn in Ladner. All funds raised went towards the DCF’s Community Support Fund. This fund is used to support smaller charities in Delta and provides opportunities for the Delta Community Foundation to respond to urgent needs across our communities.
The Harris Barn in Ladner, provided an ideal venue for this sale. The location had ample free parking and a wide open space that accommodated many shoppers. Visitors got to choose from racks of clothing, accessories, and household items that were marked up to 75% off retail prices. Past product highlights included the popular Chaser brand of t-shirts, Lack of Colour hats, Gentlefawn clothing, induction cooktops, and premium bedding.
“The Delta Community Foundation was overwhelmed with the support from the community in the Spring and Fall warehouse sales. Thanks to that support, sales generated over $90,000, which was used to fund critical initiatives in Delta through the Delta Community Foundation’, said Foundation President, Gail Martin. She adds, “The successful sales can be attributed to the important partnerships with local businesses and the commitment of volunteers who generously donated their time and energy. Thank you to everyone who made, and continues to make, events like these possible”.
At the end of 2023 the Delta Community Foundation partnered with Fields stores to sell the remaining inventory.
Give from the Heart Gala
Delta Community Foundation Hosted a Successful Fundraising Gala.
DELTA, British Columbia – The Delta Community Foundation hosted a sold-out inaugural fundraising gala at the new Cascades Casino on February 11th 2023.
Thank you, Delta! The Give from the Heart Gala was an evening filled with great food, friends, entertainment, and the joining together of charities and grant recipients who have received funding from the Delta Community Foundation. While the results are still being tabulated, the event was a huge success! All funds raised will bring your community foundation closer to our goal of growing The Community Support Fund, creating resources for charities in Delta and an opportunity to respond to urgent needs across our communities.
Attendees enjoyed a casino-themed event that opened with a lively performance from two Vegas-style Showgirls, followed by heart-warming stories of community outreach and humanitarian efforts enabled by our generous supporters and donors, a delicious dinner, and an exciting silent and live auction event offering a diverse selection of generously donated art, local services, wine, and hospitality. Every ticket and winning bid will go directly to support the foundation and those most vulnerable in our beautiful neighbourhoods.
“The inaugural Gala of the Delta Community Foundation was a resounding success thanks to the hard work of the many volunteers, the sponsors who gave financial support and the people who attended. A huge thank you to all who helped make it an evening of fun, inspiration, celebration and hope for those in our community who need help to bridge societal gaps.”, said Delta Community Foundation President, Gail Martin.
For more than 35 years, the Delta Community Foundation has been the only charity that gives to all other charities in Delta, through administering community donations, the creation and administration of Endowments, as well as providing an opportunity for community involvement through addressing local needs with the Neighbourhood Small Grants Program. Since the launch of the Fund Building Campaign in 2022, the Foundation has raised over $700K through the generosity of the community.
Donors have made it possible for the Foundation to fund initiatives, charities and non-profit organizations operating in sectors such as mental health, education, arts, culture & heritage, children & youth, environment, food security, Indigenous initiatives, neighborhoods, seniors and much more.
Thank you to all our generous donors, esteemed guests, volunteers, gala organizing committee, and our amazing sponsors who helped make this magical evening a celebrated success! To support the Delta Community Foundation visit www.deltafoundation.org
To view photos from the event click here
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DCF News and Events
Delta Community Foundation grant supports Delta Housing Be Mine Society
Reach Child and Youth Development Society was successful in securing $21,000 through the Community Prosperity Fund (CPF) grant administered by the Delta Community Foundation.
The funds will support Delta Housing Be Mine Society that advocates for affordable and inclusive housing opportunities
