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North Shore Recovery Funds: January Update
This post is written by the Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Executive Director, Nicole Dawe In December, we provided an update on the Recovery Funds that CFNL is stewarding to support the North Shore of Conception Bay’s recovery from the devastating 2025 wildfires. You can find that update here.
LEARN MORERecovery Funds: December Update
This post is written by the Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Executive Director, Nicole Dawe Last week, I was grateful to be invited to attend two events on the North Shore of Conception Bay. A town hall organized by the Town of Small Point to Adam’s Cove to provide
LEARN MOREGiving Back this Holiday Season
It’s the Giving Season. Many of us give and receive so much at this time of year. We’re excited to share inspiration for incorporating community generosity into your giving. As we approach the tax receipt deadline of December 31, we’re here to support your giving, too. Please feel free to
LEARN MOREA Salute to Service: The Maple Leaf and Honorary Colonel Benevolent Funds
In Newfoundland and Labrador, a deep-rooted commitment to supporting military members, veterans, and their families is exemplified through two vital funds. The Maple Leaf and Honorary Colonel Benevolent Funds are more than financial support; they are lifelines for those who have faced the unique challenges of military service and
LEARN MORENew Voices, Shared Vision: Welcoming Our 2025 Board Members
Earlier this year, after an open call for recruitment, the Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador proudly welcomed three new members to our Board of Directors: Mohsen Ali Heydari, Astrid Arumae, and Alysa O’Keefe. Each brings a deep commitment to community and a wealth of experience across sectors, from economics
LEARN MOREAnchored in Hope: Leonard and Doris Clarke Memorial Fund
The Leonard and Doris Clarke Memorial Scholarship and Awards support Bell Island’s youth in shaping their tomorrow. St. Michael’s Regional High School is in the heart of Wabana, a small town with a population of fewer than 2,000 residents, situated amidst the windswept landscape of Bell Island, just off Newfoundland’s
LEARN MORE2025 Forest Fire Recovery Funds
Forest fires are threatening communities across Newfoundland and Labrador. Many communities are evacuated, and tens of thousands more residents are on evacuation alert. Our hearts go out to everyone dealing with all of this. To support rebuilding efforts, the Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador is stewarding two Recovery Funds.
LEARN MOREBreaking the Bottleneck: Catalysts for Expansion in NL’s Community Housing Sector
Report highlights huge economic and social impact potential for community housing in Newfoundland and Labrador Today, the Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador (CFNL) and Annex Consulting released Breaking the Bottleneck: Catalysts for Expansion in NL’s Community Housing Sector. The report provides an overview of the current state of the
LEARN MOREFrom Curious Hands to Lasting Legacy
Tara Bryan Legacy Fund keeps the art of wonder alive in Newfoundland and Labrador In 1992, Tara Bryan packed her life into a U-Haul – including tonnes of letterpress equipment – and drove from New York to St. John’s. “She fell in love with this place,” remembers her
LEARN MOREStrengthening the Community Sector: Thriving Non-Profits in NL
The Office to Advance Women Apprentices faced a common dilemma in the nonprofit sector: how to generate revenue while staying true to their mission. For fifteen years, they had never charged admission to their annual gala. But after participating in the Thriving Non-Profits (TNP) program – a comprehensive revenue diversification
LEARN MORECFNL Recruiting New Board Members (Deadline March 23)
The Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador (CFNL) is building an enduring legacy to strengthen the quality of life in our province. CFNL is recruiting 2-3 members to join its board of directors. New members have an exciting opportunity to shape an organization with national relevance while grounding it in
LEARN MOREApply for Free Housing Development Supports – Deadline March 7
The Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador has partnered with Annex Consulting to offer free support to two affordable housing projects in Newfoundland and Labrador. Projects are eligible for one-on-one consultant support with: Organizational development to support developing housing Project visioning Navigating project feasibility with staff and volunteers Community
LEARN MOREGiving Back this Holiday Season
It’s the Giving Season. Many of us give and receive so much at this time of year. We’re excited to share some inspiration for community generosity. We’ll keep adding to this list. Reach out to us at info@cfnl.ca if you have something you’d like to share. For more inspiration, listen
LEARN MOREA Mother’s Gift: The Andrea Powell Memorial Scholarship shapes futures at Holy Trinity High
At Holy Trinity High School in Torbay, a new scholarship is doing more than easing the financial burden of post-secondary education – it’s creating a lasting bridge between a mother’s legacy and young women’s futures. The Andrea Powell Memorial Scholarship, established following Andrea’s sudden passing in 2017, awards $10,000 to
LEARN MORE2024 Perry Cup Golf Tournament Success
On July 22-24, 2024, friends and family came together at the Terra Nova Golf Resort to participate in The Perry Cup Golf Tournament, a biannual event held to celebrate the life and legacy of Guy Perry. The event raised over $1,600 in support of the Guy Perry Memorial Scholarship Fund,
LEARN MORECommunity Fund Spotlight: Connections for Newcomer Youth
CFNL’s Community Fund is a dynamic response to our province’s pressing needs. Decisions are steered by dedicated volunteers from across Newfoundland and Labrador. Whether bolstering health, invigorating arts and culture, or increasing community connection, your contribution is more than a donation—it’s a strategic investment that empowers CFNL and our partners
LEARN MOREInvesting in Movement for NL Communities
CFNL is excited to participate in this year’s Kia Communities in Motion. With a commitment to fostering inclusivity and innovation, Kia Communities in Motion continues to empower communities nationwide. In partnership with Community Foundations of Canada (CFC), Kia Communities in Motion is a grassroots initiative that supports local projects that
LEARN MORE2024 CFNL Board Call for Nominations
CFNL is recruiting members to join its board of directors. New members have an exciting opportunity to shape an organization with national relevance while grounding it in the beauty and strengths of the people who call Newfoundland and Labrador home and the place that’s given us all so much.
LEARN MORE2023 Giving Season Ideas
It’s the Giving Season. For many of us, we give and receive so much at this time of year as we move through many holiday celebrations. We’re excited to highlight the way many community organizations are inviting you to get involved in Giving Back this holiday season. We’ll keep
LEARN MOREFrom Legacy to Opportunity – Furlong Family Scholarships
Investing in Promise at Corner Brook Regional High School Nestled on Newfoundland’s picturesque west coast, Corner Brook Regional High School is now home to the Furlong Family Scholarships. This initiative, fueled by a generous gift of life insurance from Kathryn Furlong to the Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, aims
LEARN MORELeading By Walking Around – Community Listening Tour 1.0
Below is a first-person blog post from CFNL’s Executive Director, Nicole Dawe, about her recent travels around the island of Newfoundland as part of her work for the foundation. Many people shared a lot of wisdom with me when I stepped into this role as Executive Director of the Community
LEARN MORECFNL To Support 28 Organizations Through Community Services Recovery Fund
Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador (CFNL) is proud to have worked with community foundations across Canada as part of the Community Services Recovery Fund. This fund is a collaboration between the Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, and United Way Centraide Canada to provide funding to Community Service Organizations,
LEARN MORECFNL to support 9 organizations in NL through Investment Readiness Program
In 2019, Community Foundations of Canada (CFC), alongside the Government of Canada and several partner organizations, announced the Investment Readiness Program (IRP), a program that helps social purpose organizations scale up their social enterprises to prepare to accept investments. Since then, IRP has had three intake periods and has supported
LEARN MOREJoin Us – 2023 CFNL Board Nominations (Extended to April 14)
CFNL is recruiting members to join its board of directors. New members have an exciting opportunity to shape an organization with national relevance while grounding it in the beauty and strengths of the people who call Newfoundland and Labrador home and the place that’s given us all so much. The organization’s
LEARN MORENow Accepting Applications: Community Services Recovery Fund
Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador takes part in the Community Services Recovery Fund – a $400 million investment in Community Services Organizations Now more than ever, Community Service Organizations (charities, non-profits, and Indigenous Governing Bodies) are playing a key role in addressing persistent and complex social problems faced by
LEARN MORE$35,350 of Support To End The Year
Thank you so much for your support as part of the CFNL community this year. It’s been a trying year for many with the ongoing pandemic and increasing strains on individual and organizational finances with rising inflation. We’re extra appreciative this year that you’ve included CFNL in your community service.
LEARN MORENL Vital Signs 2022 – Climate Change Edition
The Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador and Memorial University’s Leslie Harris Centre of Regional Policy and Development have released the 2022 edition of the Newfoundland and Labrador Vital Signs Report. This year’s report focuses entirely on climate change and its impacts on the environment, economy and society in NL.
LEARN MORECommunity Services Recovery Fund Launches
Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador takes part in the Community Services Recovery Fund – a $400 million investment in charities and non-profits Now more than ever, charities and non-profits are playing a key role in addressing persistent and complex social problems faced by all Canadians. The Community Services Recovery
LEARN MOREFiona Recovery Fund to Support SW Coast
Fiona Recovery Fund to Support Communities Impacted by Hurricane Fiona with Rebuild FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2022 St. John’s, NL – As the Southwest coast of the province continues to pick up the pieces in the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona; the Fiona Recovery Fund will help impacted communities with
LEARN MOREInvestment Readiness Program Launches
Funded by the Government of Canada, the Investment Readiness Program (IRP) supports social purpose organizations as they contribute to solving pressing social, cultural and environmental challenges across Canada. Its goal is to help social purpose organizations build their capacity to participate in Canada’s growing social finance market and prepare themselves to
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