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Engage, Play, and Support the Cause You Care About with BACF and The One Great Lottery!

Jun 24, 2025

Join the excitement with BACF and The One Great Lottery—where community, fun, and purpose come together. Whether you’re getting involved, enjoying a game of chance, or backing the causes that matter most to you, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while having fun.

Grand opening of the Tim Hortons Westman & Area Smilezone Foundation!!

Jun 18, 2025

We were privileged today to be a part of the grand opening of the Tim Hortons Westman & Area Smilezone Foundation space at the Brandon Clinic Medical Corporation complex. A great show of support from the community and sponsors, which included Murray Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Brandon, Canadian Tire, Brian Cottom and Family, Guild Insurance Group, MNP, Jacobson and Greiner Group and Christie’s Office Plus! #SmileZone #timhortons #Brandon #communityfoundation

Youth in Philanthropy Students Celebrate 20th Anniversary

Jun 4, 2025

On April 29, 2025, students from Youth in Philanthropy gathered to celebrate two decades of impact, generosity, and leadership in their communities! This milestone event recognized the incredible dedication of young changemakers who have worked tirelessly to support local initiatives.

Celebrating 60 Years: Brandon Area Community Foundation’s Legacy of Giving

May 26, 2025

Speaking at the Legislative Building, Wayne Balcaen, MLA for Brandon West, acknowledged the foundation’s remarkable growth. From its beginnings with a $25,000 donation from Gwen and Joseph Secter, BACF now stewards an impressive $26 million in funds—helping to drive positive change and sustainable growth in the region.