A gift to our Foundation is a gift forever
Our endowment funds keep earning interest forever. That interest is the money that funds projects and programs, not just today, but into the future.
Select the fund you want to donate to in the dropdown in our donation form. If you have trouble viewing the above form, please go directly to our secure donation form at Canada Helps.
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Community Endowment Fund
Donate to this fund to support a range of community programs through the Community Grant Program distributed each fall.
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Administration Fund
Donate to this fund to help support foundation operations and administration costs.
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Alex Heywood Trades Scholarship Fund
Donate to this fund to support a student graduating high school with interest and motivation in the trades.
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Allen Williams Memorial Fund
Donate to this fund to provide financial assistance specifically to projects or activities that promote search and rescue capabilities in Golden and area.
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Aman Virk Memorial Scholarship Fund
Donate to this scholarship fund to ensure that young people will be able to share a passion for leadership and commitment to community. This fund was was started by family to help recognize Aman Virk’s achievements.
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Arts and Culture Fund
Donate to this fund to support arts and culture in Golden and area.
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Atma Sandher Scholarship Fund
Donate to this fund for high school graduates who have been community volunteers. Named after long-time Golden volunteer Atma Sandher. After 35 years as a director of the Columbia Valley Credit Union, he asked the Credit Union to establish this endowment fund.
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Bud Stewart Memorial Fund
Donations to this fund are granted through the Foundation’s annual Community Grant Program.
The Rotary Club wishes the Fund to be separate to honor Bud Stewart’s name and contributions as a long-time member of the Golden community, businessman and founder of the Rotary Club of Golden.
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Cantle Family Fund
Donate to this fund to support various artistic pursuits and enhances arts accessibility in Golden and area.
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Cecil & Edel Memorial Fund
Donate to this endowment fund directed to the Golden & District Historical Society for the preservation of the history of Golden and its people.
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Crandlemire- Keenleyside Fund
Donate to this fund to support this family in creating community assets - from physical buildings to social supports in Golden and area A.
The motto of this fund is: We may not have a lot of money, but there are a lot of us who can give. Check out their fund raising journey.
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David Braul Memorial Fund
Donations to this fund honour Dr William Braul & Stephanie Baul’s late son David. Half of the interest earned on this fund is available to the Lions Club of Golden who direct the earnings at their discretion. The other half is available to a graduating student from Golden Secondary School with a developmental disability in Golden and area.
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Future Contractors Fund
Donate to this scholarship fund to support a Golden Secondary School graduate to pursue a career as a contractor.
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Golden Resiliency Fund
The Golden Resiliency Fund supports our community through immediate needs and long-term recovery efforts. By channeling donations into a flexible, flow-through fund, we ensure resources are directed where they're needed most, adapting to the evolving situation. Your support helps us rebuild and strengthen our community.
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Henry M Durand Bursary Trust Fund
Donate to this fund that provides bursaries to all applicants graduating Golden Secondary School students who pursue post-secondary education. This trust was created in the will of Henry M. Durand, a long-time resident of Golden who also funded the Durand Home for seniors adjoining the Golden Hospital.
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Kicking Horse Community Fund
Donations to this fund support charitable activities that promote the quality of life at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. This fund was set up in 2009 and has been funded primarily through the sale of Spirit Passes to KHMR between 2009 and 2012.
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Mike McKnight Ski Industry Fund
Donate to this scholarship fund to help a Golden and Area resident pursue studies towards a career in the ski industry.
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Peter Bowle-Evans Community Volunteer Award
Donate to this fund to award volunteers, either an individual or an organization, whose work has made a positive impact on our community. The late Peter Bowle-Evans gave thousands of volunteer hours to organize the survey and construction of the road up to the Mt. Seven Lookout that now bears his name.
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Tera Jubinville Memorial Trust Fund
Donate to this fund awarded to a full time student graduating from Golden Secondary School who has demonstrated leadership and excellence in athletics; notably figure skating and soccer. Created in 2006 in memory of Tera Jubinville.
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Whitetooth Affordable Ski Program Fund
Donate to this fund to support affordable family skiing, utilizing the proceeds from the sale of the Whitetooth Ski Society’s assets. Created in 2012, this endowment fund is managed by us and works with the support of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Golden Kicking Horse Alpine Team, and Golden Community Resources Society.
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Youth & Leadership Fund
Donate to this fund to promote youth in community development, sport and outdoor activity, and leadership opportunities. Funded by the Youth Opportunities Endowment, the Youth in Sport Endowment, and the Youth Adventure Realm Canada Endowment.
Build your own Fund
Whether it is a Memorial fund, a Family Legacy fund, or a fund to support a particular community interest, speak to a board member about how you can fulfill your philanthropic interests through the Golden & District Community Foundation.
Donation FAQs
What do we do with donated money?
Donations are pooled and permanently invested with the Vancouver Foundation, Columbia Basin and Trust, or Columbia Valley Credit Union with preferred interest rates. The annual income is then distributed back to the community in the form of grants. The original investment is left to grow over time and provides permanent benefits to the citizens of Golden and Area A
What about administration fees?
Golden & District Community Foundation charges a 1% administration fee to cover operational costs.
What is an endowment?
An endowment is where money is pooled and permanently invested as capital and the annual interest earned is used for charitable purposes through a grant making process. Establishing an endowment is free of charge and can have considerable tax benefits.
Can I build my own Fund?
Whether it is a Memorial fund, a Family Legacy fund, or a fund to support a particular community interest, speak to us about how you can fulfill your philanthropic interests through the Golden & District Community Foundation.
Have more questions?
Contact us to learn more.
“The Foundation allows me to volunteer where I can make a difference to our community, while enabling my family and I to build a legacy. Both my grandfathers have a legacy in Golden through projects they helped build, like the Civic Centre, the Purcell apartments, the first ambulance in Golden, and the expanded wing of the Hospital to name a few. Our family now has created an endowment fund within the GDCF to allow us to continue our support for Golden and Area A far into the future.”