The Yellowknife Community Foundation was formed in 1993 to provide interested individuals and organizations with a means of supporting projects in our community for the enduring future. Our vision is to be a catalyst for sharing, supportive, and connected communities.
The Yellowknife Community Foundation is a charitable organization that inspires and enables impactful giving in Yellowknife and the NWT. We strive to align donor interests and community needs through evidence-based grant-making, fundraising, strategic investment, public education, and community relations.
Make a gift for the enduring future. You can leave a bequest by writing a will, or by adding a codicil to your existing will.
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The Yellowknife Community Foundation announces the establishment of the Ian Legaree Youth Leadership Fund in memory of Ian Legaree who passed away on January 17 2025. Ian was a dedicated champion of youth and community development and a long-time volunteer of the Yellowknife Community Foundation.
As we welcome 2025, we want to highlight our partnership with the 100 Knifers who Give a Damn group. Beginning in 2024, the Yellowknife Community
On July 25th, 2024 YKCF held its annual appreciation barbeque at the Baker Centre. It is a cherished tradition that brings together fund holders, sponsors,
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