Cowan Family Fund Grants $8000 to Local and Regional Health Care

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Pictured from left to right: Colin Miller, South Muskoka Hospital Foundation, Maggie and John Cowan and Daniel Bradbury, Muskoka Community Foundation Board Member.

 

 

Muskoka Community Foundation grants $8,000 to Muskoka Charities

 

Muskoka (Immediate Release) – The Muskoka Community Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s grant recipients from the Cowan Family Fund. The Cowan Family Fund was created in July 2014 by John and Maggie Cowan of Collingwood and longtime Muskoka cottagers. The Cowan Family Fund, John and Maggie Cowan and Muskoka Community Foundation continue to support the important work that local and regional charities do, helping to create smart and caring communities.

 

Since the creation of the Cowan Family Fund in 2014, $33,400 has been granted to projects and organization directly impacting the health and vitality of Muskoka and beyond.  This year’s Cowan Family Fund grant recipients are South Muskoka Hospital Foundation, Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital Foundation, Nizagara Online, Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation, and Muskoka Steamship and Historical Society. Gord Durnan, Vice-Chair of Muskoka Community Foundation noted “more and more cottagers are stepping forward to support the important work being done by Muskoka charities by both volunteering their time and expertise, with generous philanthropic donations directed to their favorite causes as well as establishing endowed Family Funds with the Muskoka Community Foundation”.

 

Muskoka Community Foundation is one of 191 Community Foundations in Canada administering over $730,000 in endowed and other assets.  Since it was founded in 2007, the Muskoka Community Foundation has granted over $230,000 directly to a variety of registered charities throughout Muskoka. You can learn more about the Foundation on their website: www.muskokacommunityfoundation.ca/dev.

 

 

Wasan Island 2016 Symposium: A Smart & Caring Muskoka for Children and Youth

Muskoka Community Foundation was fortunate to have once again been invited to Wasan Island.  On June 1st we held the 2016 Wasan Island Symposium: A Smart & Caring Muskoka for Children and Youth.  The conversations were rich and diverse with over 30 people representing local government, not-for-profits, community leaders and donors in attendance.  We are most thankful for the wonderful hospitality and support shown by Volker Hann of the Breuninger Foundation and Executive Director of Wasan Island and his amazing staff.

A report of the days events and conversations is currently being compiled and we hope to share it with you soon.

https://www.muskokaregion.com/opinion-story/6713712-island-of-innovation/

 

3rd Annual Smart & Caring Muskoka Celebration

Thank you to all of those who attended the 3rd Annual Smart & Caring Muskoka Celebration on Friday, May 13th!  Over 140 people attended this year making this our largest celebration so far.   Look forward to seeing you all next year.

Here are a few photos from the day.

Leaders of Tomorrow Noah Lowe, Samuel Gordon, Jacob Hills, Hailey Scott and Blaze Sahanatien. Young people who make a difference to Muskoka.
Leaders of Tomorrow Noah Lowe, Samuel Gordon, Jacob Hills, Hailey Scott and Blaze Sahanatien. Young people who make a difference to Muskoka.

Long time supporter Steve Lowden.
Long time supporter Steve Lowden.
Keynote Speaker, Marnie Spears, President and CEO of KCI.
Keynote Speaker, Marnie Spears, President and CEO of KCI.
From Left to Right: Harry Oswin (MCF Board Member), Marg French (Chair of MCF), Gord Durnan (Vice-Chair MCF), John Klinck (District Chair of the District of Muskoka) and Daniel Bradbury (MCF Board member).
From Left to Right: Harry Oswin (MCF Board Member), Marg French (Chair of MCF), Gord Durnan (Vice-Chair MCF), John Klinck (District Chair of the District of Muskoka) and Daniel Bradbury (MCF Board member).

Governance Workshop – Registration now open

Governance Workshop for Muskoka’s Charities and Nonprofits: In a time of changing legislation and greater attention on improved accountability, a strong board of directors and management is the backbone of every charitable and nonprofit organization. With greater financial demands and increasing board responsibility, sound governance practices are essential to organizational success.

Muskoka Community Foundation is responding to the growing demand for “Good Governance” by hosting their 3rd Annual Governance Workshop.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2015
Where: Nipissing University Lecture Hall, Muskoka Campus
119 Wellington Street, Bracebridge, ON P1L 1E2

Don McCreesh will facilitate the Workshop. Don is an active leader in voluntary sector governance with more than three decades experience. To read Don’s biography click here:

The day will be divided into two sessions:

Morning: Introduction to Governance Afternoon: Governance Best Practices
Registration: 8:00 am
Workshop: 8:30 am – noon
Cost: $25.00 (refreshment break included)





Registration: 12:45 pm
Workshop: 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Cost: $35.00 (refreshment break included)





Attendees will receive an overview of good governance, accountability, transparency and fiduciary responsibility. Don will also review the role of the Board and management, outline the duties of a Director and how to fulfill the role of a Board member, as well as discuss the legal duties and liabilities of Directors and Boards. These topics will provide a background on the purpose of Boards and identify key roles for Directors This session will review best practices, tools and tips on the roles of the Board and management; it will focus on creating a strong and more efficient organization.Attendees will have the opportunity to actively participate in the format by emailing questions ahead of time for discussion during the session.

 

Attend both sessions for $50.00. Lunch is not included.





Space is limited to 100 participants per session. You can register by contacting our office at 705-646-1220 or ,

Marg French Elected New Chair of Muskoka Community Foundation

Marg French was elected the new Chair of the Muskoka Community Foundation at their Annual General Meeting on June 26, 2014. She has

Marg French was elected the new Chair of the Muskoka Community Foundation at their Annual General Meeting on June 26, 2014. She has been MCFs Vice Chair since 2009.

Marg is a Registered Professional Planner and prior to assuming her current role as a principal of French Planning Services, was Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development with the District Municipality of Muskoka. She retired from the District in June 2013 after 30 years in regional government.

Other officers of the Board elected at the AGM were Gord Durnan, Vice Chair, Daniel Bradbury, Treasurer, and Jodi Holder, Secretary. Evelyn Archibald, CPA, CA, and Chris Gun-Munro were also elected as Directors.

Dara Howell Establishes Innovative Fund for Muskoka’s Female Athletes

Dara Howell, and her Dad Doug, introduced the “Dara’s Women into Sport Fund” at the Muskoka Community Foundation’s Smart & Caring Muskoka Celebration on

Dara Howell, and her Dad Doug, introduced the “Dara’s Women into Sport Fund” at the Muskoka Community Foundation’s Smart & Caring Muskoka Celebration on Friday May 2nd, 2014. The Fund will support Muskoka women in sports and promote physical activity for girls. In Dara’s words: “I wanted to give back to the community that was so supportive of my dream, and create a way to support female athletes, and encourage girls to get involved in sport”. Anyone can make a gift to this fund, which is held by the Muskoka Community Foundation.

RBC’s Carol Howorucha Provides $750.00 Donation

Special thanks to Carol Howorucha, Investment Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities, presents a donation of $750.00 to Gord Durnan, Chair of the Muskoka Community Foundation to support the growth and development of this important new Endowment building Foundation for Muskoka’s future.

Special thanks to Carol Howorucha, Investment Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities, presents a donation of $750.00 to Gord Durnan, Chair of the Muskoka Community Foundation to support the growth and development of this important new Endowment building Foundation for Muskoka’s future.

Presenting a Donation to the Stan Darling Bursary Fund

The Honourable Tony Clement, MP for Parry Sound-Muskoka presents a cheque to Keith Montgomery – Chair of the Stan Darling Bursary Committee along with Rick Sellons, Principal – Gravenhurst High School, Emma Burkholder – Bursary recipient, and Gord Durnan, Chair – Muskoka Community Foundation. The $33,545.60 represent the proceeds from Tony Clement’s Charity Golf Tournament held June 28, 2011 at the Muskoka Bay Club.

The Honourable Tony Clement, MP for Parry Sound-Muskoka presents a cheque to Keith Montgomery – Chair of the Stan Darling Bursary Committee along with Rick Sellons, Principal – Gravenhurst High School, Emma Burkholder – Bursary recipient, and Gord Durnan, Chair – Muskoka Community Foundation. The $33,545.60 represent the proceeds from Tony Clement’s Charity Golf Tournament held June 28, 2011 at the Muskoka Bay Club.

Commitment to reconciliation

As a Community Foundation operating on the traditional lands of the Ojibway, the Chippewa, the Algonquin and the Odawa, and home to three sovereign nations – Wahta Mohawks First Nations, Moose Deer Point First Nation and the Moon River Métis – we cannot walk in a good way if we do not honour all our relations in our communities, and actively work to address the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous peoples on these lands, both past and present. Read More

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