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In Memory of Richard (Rick) Burry
The Yellowknife Community Foundation extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Rick Burry who passed away on September 28, 2015. In lieu of flowers, donations can be in memory of Rick to the Yellowknife Community Foundation – Northern Aviation Scholarship. Donations to the Yellowknife Community Foundation can
The Sally Manning Award for Aboriginal Creative Non-Fiction is Here
Established in memory of Sally Manning. This was is dedicated to helping strong indigenous voices tell their own true stories about the North, its land and its people. Entry is open to anyone of Aboriginal descent, current or former residents of the Yukon, the NWT, Nunavut, Nunavik or Labrador. Entries
Call for Proposals for the NWT Environmental Stewardship Fund in Memory of Doug Ritchie
This is a one-time allocation of funds in the NWT Environmental Stewardship Fund in Memory of Doug Ritchie. The Fund is for advocacy work that promotes a clean, sustainable and healthy environment for all NWT residents. The NWT Environmental Stewardship Fund in Memory of Doug Ritchie consists of an endowment
Thank you BBQ
Earlier this month the Yellowknife Community Foundation held its annual Thank You BBQ for Foundation sponsors, families, friends and scholarship recipients. Enjoy the photos below and watch for more on Facebook.
In Memory of Doug Bothamley
The Yellowknife Community Foundation extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Doug Bothamley who passed away on July 6, 2015. Doug resided in Yellowknife from 1972 to 2003 and retired following 30 years of service with the GNWT, FMBS Division. Doug was well known to many people
Call for Photos
Since 2009, the Yellowknife Community Foundation has produced a free calendar report featuring incredible photos from the Yellowknife area. The calendar helps promote all of the incredible scholarships and grants available to Yellowknifers. We are looking for photos again for the 2016 version. It’s a great opportunity to have your