Youth in Philanthropy
The Brandon and Area Community Foundation is excited to announce a new partnership with The United Way of Brandon & District in funding Youth in Philanthropy over the next three years. Participating schools are Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School, Vincent Massey Highschool, Ecole Secondaire Neelin High School and Elton Collegiate.
Program Highlights
Crocus Plains Regional Secondary High School
| ORGANIZATION | AMOUNT | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| Adult & Teen Challenge Brandon | $500.00 | For multiple programs and activities provided by this organization. |
| Brandon's Food for Thought | $500.00 | Feed Students in BSD Breakfast & Snack Programs. |
| Canadian Institute for the Blind (CNIB) | $500.00 | For the guide dog program. |
| The John Howard Society of Brandon Inc. | $500.00 | For multiple programs and activities provided by this organization. |
| Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) | $500.00 | Provision of food and essential materials. |
| Total | $2,500.00 |
École secondaire Neelin High School
| ORGANIZATION | AMOUNT | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon Humane Society | $500.00 | To purchase a new washing machine. |
| Brandon's Food for Thought | $500.00 | Feed Students in BSD Breakfast & Snack Program. |
| Habitat for Humanity - Brandon Chapter | $500.00 | Affordable housing for low income families. |
| Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba Resource Centre | $500.00 | Reading Programs for adults and children ages five to nine. |
| Pregnancy Support | Pregnancy Support Centre of Westman | $500.00 | Pregnancy Support |
| Total | $2,500.00 |
Elton Collegiate
| ORGANIZATION | AMOUNT | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon & Area Youth for Christ Inc. | $500.00 | Provide assistance to the organization. |
| Forrest Special Projects Group | $500.00 | For multiple programs and services provided by this organizataion. |
| Funds for Furry Friends | $500.00 | Financial support towards the Save a Pound Cat program. |
| Waves of Hope | $500.00 | Provide assistance to the organization |
| The Women's Resource Centre Inc. | $500.00 | Provide assistance to the women and their families at the centre. |
| Total | $2,500.00 |
Vincent Massey High School
| ORGANIZATION | AMOUNT | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| Big Brothers & Sisters of Brandon Assoc. Inc. | $500.00 | Financial support for the Big Brothers & Sisters programs. |
| Brandon Humane Society | $500.00 | Financial support for animals care at the shelter. |
| Helping Hands Centre of Brandon Inc. | $500.00 | Financial support for the Helping Hands Centre of Brandon. |
| Westman Dreams for Kids | $500.00 | Provide financial support for a sick children's dream. |
| Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) | $500.00 | Support the women's shelter. |
| Total | $2,500.00 |
Interested?
For more information on the YIP program or how you can help to keep this initiative viable, please contact the BACF office at 204-571-0529 or e-mail laurak@bacf.ca