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WRCF’s monthly e-newsletter to keep you connected to granting information, investing, what’s new, and ways we are mobilizing and collaborating to make an impact in our community.
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WRCF has two funding streams currently accepting applications. Click the links below for more information on eligibility requirements and how to apply:
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Arts Grants Fund
This fund is accepting applications for two grant streams in 2024; one for Organizations, and one for Individual Artists & Collectives. Approximately $580,000 is available, including $330,000 in funding from the Region of Waterloo.
Applications close: September 16, 2024
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Ontario Endowment for Children and Youth in Recreation Fund
$90,000 will be granted to organizations that encourage broad participation in healthy and safe community recreation activities for children and youth in Waterloo Region. Community recreation includes sport, fitness, youth leadership, camping/outdoor education, the arts and cultural activities.
Applications close: September 16, 2024
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1,300 people, 54 discussions – LOTS of connections and conversations happened at the 2024 On the Table led by WRCF
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Over the weekend of June 7-9, 2024, WRCF organized On the Table to encourage community members across our region to participate in hosted discussions. Using feedback from the conversations, we created an On the Table Report, to provide a snapshot of what’s on people’s minds about what’s happening in Waterloo Region right now.
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SLAM DUNK: Cambridge community group puts ‘bounce’ in youths’ step with basketball mentorship program
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About The Bounce is a youth basketball program by Preston Heights Community Group where participants are able to enhance their athletic abilities while gaining experiences that contribute to their overall growth. The program focuses on teaching important life skills such as teamwork, communication, leadership, and resilience through structured activities and mentorship.
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PERSPECTIVE AND GRATITUDE: WRCF volunteer Gary Abbott passionate about helping youth
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As a WRCF Volunteer on the Children & Youth Committee, Gary Abbott helps review applications for The Waterloo Region Record — Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund and the Ontario Endowment for Children and Youth in Recreation Fund.
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Some of many local events for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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Monday, September 30, 2024 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this date, people across Canada take the time to reflect, remember, and honour those impacted by Canada’s residential school system – the children who never returned home, their families and their communities. Below are some activities happening in our community, and we encourage you to keep an eye out for more events linked to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and participate if possible.
September 25, 2024 - Orange Shirt Day Beading Workshop (Cambridge Art Galleries)
September 27, 2024 - Orange Shirt Day Pack Walk in support of Woodland Cultural Centre (Dog Friendly KW)
September 28, 2024 - 21st Annual Powwow, Gidinawendamin Ska’Nikú-Lát (University of Waterloo Office of Indigenous Relations)
September 29, 2024 - Sacred Fire & Vigil for NDTR (O:se Kenhionhata:tie)
September 29, 2024 - Grounding & Gathering to Honour the Children (Crow Shield Lodge)
September 30, 2024 - 4th Annual Cambridge Orange Shirt Day (KW Urban Native Wigwam Project, Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre, Crow Shield Lodge)
September 30, 2024 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (University of Waterloo Office of Indigenous Relations)
September 30, 2024 - Beaded Broach Workshop with Cecilia Elizabeth Best (Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery)
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Questions?
Contact us at info@wrcf.ca or 519-725-1806
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