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About us
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.Â
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Yellowknife Community Foundation
Our mission
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.Â
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Yellowknife Community Foundation
Get Involved
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PLANNED GIVING
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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Volunteer
Do you want to be on our Board or support our work in the community? Get in touch to learn more about volunteer opportunities!
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News
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2024 Student Award Recipients
From April 2nd to May 31st, 2024, the Yellowknife Community Foundation opened applications to its 32 student award funds. The Foundation received a record-breaking 305
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The Yellowknife Community Foundation announces appointment of Korry Garvey as Executive Director
The Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Korry Garvey as Executive Director for the Foundation effective June 3rd, 2024. Quote
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YKCF announces the establishment of the Travis Booker Memorial Fund
The Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) and ACASTA HeliFlight Inc. announce the establishment of the Travis Booker Memorial Fund. The purpose of the newly established
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