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In memory of Maureen Tonge
Donate today to the “Legacy for Learning” Fund to be established with the Yellowknife Community Foundation in memory of Maureen Tonge.

The Yellowknife Community Foundation takes part in second round of Emergency Community Support Fund
Yellowknife Community Foundation today announced it will be provide $30,000 amount to support local charities responding to COVID-19 as part of an ongoing partnership with Community Foundations of Canada, United Way Centraide Canada and the Canadian Red Cross, funded through the Government of Canada’s $350M Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF).

$200,000 distributed to charities supporting COVID-19 response
Yellowknife Community Foundation takes part in Emergency Community Support Fund. $200,000 distributed to charities supporting COVID-19 response.

Yellowknife Community Foundation Announces 2020 Scholarship Recipients YKCF Scholarships doubled as part of COVID-19 response
The Yellowknife Community Foundationtoday announced the award of 54 scholarships valued at a total of $104,000, the largest single award the Foundation has made in its 27 year history. Robin Greig, President of the Yellowknife Community Foundation – “scholarships were awarded in Fine and Performing Arts, Health Care and Social

The Yellowknife Community Foundation makes most significant donation in its 27-year history
The Yellowknife Community Foundation has today announced its most significant donation in its 27-year history – $75,000 investment toward the immediate needs of local community groups supporting those left vulnerable by the pandemic.

Together, we are strong DEADLINE EXTENDED
The Together, We Are Strong campaign is a partnership between the Yellowknife Community Foundation and United Way NWT to raise funds for the immediate requirements of community groups supporting those left vulnerable by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Yellowknife Community Foundation will match every dollar donated to the United Way NWT