Tag: Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies

Cranbrook teachers’ legacy fund awards largest grant to date

City of Cranbrook Layne Gallant - June 4, 2026

Another year of giving is in the books for Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) Cranbrook Past & Present Teachers’ Legacy Fund. Executive Director of CFKR, Lynnette Wray, said this year's grant was CFKR's largest grant to date.

CFKR reaches new peak in grant disbursements

Non-Profit Josiah Spyker - April 14, 2026

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies has reached a new high in annual community granting with almost $160,000 distributed.

Tony Bourke receives 2025 Knights of Pythias volunteer award

Community Layne Gallant - December 3, 2025

Tony Bourke has been named the 2025 recipient of the Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer Award by the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies.

Nominations open for 2025 Knights of Pythias volunteer award

Community Layne Gallant - November 7, 2025

'Tis the season for giving, lending a helping hand and making a difference. In that spirit, the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies is welcoming nominations for the 2025 Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer Award.

CFKR Announces New Elk Valley and Area Hospice Legacy Fund

Community My East Kootenay Now Staff - September 16, 2025

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies has announced its newest endowment fund: the Elk Valley and Area Hospice Legacy Fund.

Hometown for Hunger raises over $12,000

Non-Profit Josiah Spyker - August 22, 2025

The 10th anniversary Hometown for Hunger event was the biggest yet, raising over $12,000 to support the Cranbrook Salvation Army’s local food programs.

Hometown for Hunger’s 10th Anniversary fundraiser this Wednesday

Community My East Kootenay Now Staff - August 11, 2025

Denham Ford and the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their popular Hometown for Hunger fundraiser on Wednesday.

Cranbrook Food Bank gets pair of new supports

Non-Profit R McCormack - February 13, 2025

The Cranbrook Food Bank had a successful week with a big one-time donation from IJC Kootenay and a future...

Cranbrook helping Spirit of the Rockies Society in quest for grant funding

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker - February 7, 2025

Cranbrook council has agreed to act as a qualified donee so the Spirit of the Rockies Society can pursue...

CFKR honours life-long volunteer with Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer Award

City of Cranbrook R McCormack - December 4, 2024

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies has awarded Laura Kennedy with the 2024 Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer...

CFKR commemorates second year of Cranbrook Past & Present Teachers’ Legacy Fund grants

Non-Profit R McCormack - November 29, 2024

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) gave a grant to the Southeast Kootenay School District (SD5) from its...

CFKR seeking nominations for Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer Award

Community R McCormack - November 12, 2024

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) is looking to honour community members who made significant contributions to...

CFKR receives donation to grow Fernie Community Fund

Community R McCormack - October 15, 2024

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) received a donation of $2,894.92 to grow the Fernie Community Fund. The...

CFKR wraps up agency agreement with Shelter for Ukrainians Society

Community R McCormack - October 10, 2024

After two years and more than 100 refugees welcomed to the region, the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies...

Community prosperity grants given to four East Kootenay non-profits

Non-Profit R McCormack - September 3, 2024

The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) has distributed $265,000 to four local projects through the Government of...

Hometown for Hunger brings in over $8,500 for Cranbrook Salvation Army

Non-Profit R McCormack - August 12, 2024

The 9th annual Hometown for Hunger event raised over $8,500 to support the Cranbrook Salvation Army's food programs. The Community...

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