What Are Community Funds?
Community Funds are flexible, locally focused endowments that empower the foundation to respond quickly to emerging needs in Centre Wellington. By aggregating smaller donations into a powerful collective resource, these funds ensure we can support vital community projects today and for generations to come.
Local Impact
Environmental Stewardship
Supporting local restoration projects along the Grand River to preserve our natural heritage for generations.
Social Connection
Funding programs that bridge social gaps, from youth mentorship to senior outreach initiatives across the township.
Arts & Culture
Investing in the vibrant local arts scene that defines the identity and artistic spirit of Centre Wellington.
Discover Our Funds
Community Fund
A reactive resource enabling the foundation to address the most urgent needs across Centre Wellington as they arise.
Community Leadership Fund
Community Leadership Fund will help to ensure the Foundation has the resources to carry out its mandate by contributing to funding our long term sustainability.
Russel Cox and Family Fund
Established to support children and youth with a focus on food insecurity, this fund helps families in Wellington County overcome challenges to improve long-term well-being and prosperity.
Terra Fund
Dedicated to environmental advocacy and local conservation efforts, this fund strengthens our connection to the wild spaces and natural heritage surrounding our community.
Cedarcliff Fund
The Cedarcliff Fund fosters the growth of arts and culture in Centre Wellington by providing essential support for both operating and capital expenses. These grants empower local organizations to enrich our community through their creative and cultural contributions.
CKC Elora Community Fund
This inclusive fund supports a variety of local projects open to all residents, with a specific priority on advancing and promoting youth mental health wellness.
Kate and Margot Community Fund
This fund drives charitable initiatives where financial grants are paired with deep volunteerism to create a lasting, collaborative impact within our township.
Middlebrook Community Fund
Focusing on a wide range of local grants, this fund prioritizes strategic community initiatives and adapts to address the most significant emerging challenges.
Micklebring Fund
Micklebring Fund encourages the creation and appreciation of the arts in the Township of Centre Wellington. Granting from this fund will focus on literary, performing, visual and culinary arts.
Jack R. MacDonald Community Fund
Designed to preserve the unique spirit of the Village of Elora, this fund supports charitable projects and qualified organizations that create a meaningful, positive local difference.
Wellington North Community Fund
The fund is primarily focused on supporting charitable activities with a significant positive impact on the quality of life for residents in the Township of Wellington North.
Wellington North Youth Fund
The fund is primarily focused on supporting charitable activities with a significant positive impact on the quality of life for youth in the Township of Wellington North.
Why Donate to Community Funds?
Your contribution to a Community Fund is an investment in the future of Centre Wellington. By pooling resources with other local donors, you create a powerful engine for change that can adapt to our community's evolving needs, ensuring that support is always available where it matters most.
- Local Impact: 100% of your gift stays directly in Centre Wellington to support local projects.
- Flexibility: Funds address emerging needs that may not have existed when the fund was established.
- Lasting Legacy: Your contribution grows over time, providing support for generations to come.
- Community Driven: Decisions are guided by local volunteers who understand the heartbeat of our town.