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Making an Impact in our Community

2024/5 - A Year in Review
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2024/5 - A Year in Review

Our year in review! Our mission has always been to channel community generosity into meaningful action — supporting local charities, responding to urgent needs, and building a lasting legacy for Kawartha Lakes. Read what initiatives we are bringing to Kawartha Lakes.

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The Power of Legacy
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The Power of Legacy

“When generosity is matched with purpose, it multiplies. Your gift not only comes back to you in meaningful ways, but it also continues working for the community you call home. That’s the true power of legacy.”

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New Linden Mackey Legacy Fund celebrates outstanding community leadership
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New Linden Mackey Legacy Fund celebrates outstanding community leadership

The Linden Mackey Legacy Fund has been created to celebrate and continue the extraordinary spirit of community leadership embodied by Linden Mackey. “Linden meant so much to many of us and we wanted to recognize how much our community meant to Linden. We hope that this fund and award will keep Linden's love for people in our community strong for the years ahead,” says Ted Hill, representing friends of Linden.

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Announcing Our New Board Member - Corey Norman
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Announcing Our New Board Member - Corey Norman

The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is pleased to welcome Corey Norman to its Board of Directors. A passionate advocate for innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development, Corey brings more than a decade of strategic leadership experience that will help guide the Communtiy Foundation’s mission to foster lasting community impact through accessible philanthropy and inclusive collaboration.

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Welcoming Carissa Ferguson as New Office & Grants Administrator
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Welcoming Carissa Ferguson as New Office & Grants Administrator

The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes (CFKL) is pleased to welcome Carissa Ferguson to the team as the new Office & Grants Administrator. With a strong background in nonprofit administration, grant management, and stakeholder engagement, Carissa brings a wealth of experience that aligns with the Foundation’s mission to foster lasting community impact through strategic philanthropy and accessible grant making.

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Announcing the Emergency Response and Recovery Fund
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Announcing the Emergency Response and Recovery Fund

Whether it’s an ice storm, wildfire, flood, or other emergency, the need for rapid and compassionate support continues to grow. The new Emergency Response and Recovery Fund addresses urgent needs like food, shelter and medical supplies—while also supporting long-term recovery, all in collaboration with frontline organizations.

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Ready to Support Kawartha Lakes in Wake of Ice Storm
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Ready to Support Kawartha Lakes in Wake of Ice Storm

In the aftermath of the recent ice storm that swept through the region, the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes (CFKL), Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes, and Kawartha Lakes Food Source are working closely together to assess community needs and provide essential support to residents during  recovery.

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Roles with Kawartha Foundation
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Roles with Kawartha Foundation

We are seeking an Office & Grants Administrator to support our expanding operations. Reporting to the Executive Director, this professional will be responsible for office administration, managing grant programs, and light financial duties.

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