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CFKR connects with local professionals
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies held its second annual estate planning and charitable giving breakfast meeting, at the Ground Floor Coworking Space. An early…
CFKR awards scholarships
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) has recently awarded two post-secondary scholarships to local students. Connor Thompson is the inaugural recipient of the…
Casino donates found money to CFKR
The Casino of the Rockies recently donated $4,478.97 in “found money” to the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR). The Casino of the Rockies…
Teachers’ Legacy Fund established and growing
The Cranbrook Past and Present Teachers’ Legacy Fund is now officially launched. Active and retired teachers recently gathered at the Cranbrook District Teachers’ Association office…
CFKR receives donation from North Coal
North Coal Limited is committed to the well-being of the Elk Valley and is pleased to contribute to the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies…
New Legacy Fund will keep EK kids connected to nature
More nights under the stars, more stories around the campfire, more friendships to last a lifetime—to make this future a reality, Columbia Outdoor School/Blue Lake…
Golf tourney raises funds for local charities
The Boston Pizza / Northstar GM charity golf tournament held this summer has raised $24,650 for local charities. The proceeds of the once-again successful tournament…
Back to school means scholarships available
As students prepare to head back to school, Community Foundations across the region are reminding students and parents to take a look at the scholarships…
Our Hometown for Hunger raises over $4,400
Benefiting local Salvation Army food programs through the EKC Endowment Fund What happens when you mix delicious eats from local food trucks, great live music…