NEWS & UPDATES
Making an Impact in our Community
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.
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.
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.
Announcing Our New Board Member: Brandon Hammell
The Foundation is pleased to welcome Brandon Hammell, partner at Turner Moore, Chartered Professional Accountants, to our board. Brandon brings a wealth of professional expertise in financial services that will help guide the Foundation’s growth and impact.
Vital Signs 2025: One of the most strategic endeavours we will make
Vital Signs is Canada’s most extensive community-driven data program. In 2025, we are bringing this data research programme to the Kawartha Lakes to support evidence-based, locally-relevant solutions to improve the quality of life at the community level.
Announcing Our New Board Member: Justin Broomfield
We are thrilled to welcome Justin Broomfield to our board of directors! With a robust background in both non-profit sectors and legal expertise, Justin is poised to make significant contributions to our organization.
New NonProfit Micro-Credential Program Partnering With Trent University
The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes in partnership with Trent University is pleased to introduce the Nonprofit Management Essentials (NME) micro-credential program, a timely initiative designed to equip nonprofit professionals with critical management skills. This program is being launched in response to the evolving needs of the nonprofit sector, aiming to provide professionals with the tools necessary to navigate and lead in an increasingly complex environment.
2023 Annual Review + Future Initiatives
Our annual review chronicles our journey in 2023 and highlights our future initiatives underway in 2024. Our achievements would not be possible without the unwavering support of our donors, collaborators, and benefactors. We encourage you to contribute to our mission by giving where you live and considering the impact of your charitable donations or legacies.
Join Our Board of Directors
The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is seeking new members to complement our Board of Directors.
If you offer diverse perspectives and life experiences, together with a passion for making our community a place where everyone can thrive, we want to hear from you!
Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is proud to introduce New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurie Dillon-Schalk as Executive Director, starting January 10, 2023. “The Board is very excited to welcome Laurie to our Community Foundation.” said Mike Bellamy, President of the Board of the Community Foundation. “Laurie brings a wealth of experience from both the private & non-profit sectors that will be of tremendous benefit to the Community Foundation, here in Kawartha Lakes.”