Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie, Cranbrook, and Golden BC (Jan. 16, 2023) – The Community Services Recovery Fund (CSRF) application process is now open, with applications due by February 21, 2023. The Community Services Recovery Fund is an historic, one-time investment of $400 million from the Government of Canada to support Community Service Organizations, including charities, non-profits, […]

Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie, and Cranbrook, BC (Jan. 4, 2023) – As of January 1st, the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies’ annual granting process is now open. This includes CFKR’s community funds in Elkford, Sparwood, and Fernie, as well as its endowment funds for Cranbrook and area, including the South Country. CFKR welcomes applications from […]

Cranbrook, BC (November 29, 2022) – As part of today’s celebrations for Giving Tuesday, the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) is thrilled to announce that Nancy Banks is the recipient of the 2022 Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer Award. For over 25 years, Nancy has been the driving force behind the Christmas Wrap table […]

Cranbrook, BC (November 15, 2022) – On this National Day of Philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) is thrilled to invite nominations for the 2022 Knights of Pythias Community Volunteer Award. This award recognizes an unsung hero who volunteers their time and energy in a quiet, dedicated, and selfless manner, making a positive […]

Cranbrook, BC (August 11, 2022) – Denham Ford’s 7th annual Hometown for Hunger event raised over $9,000 to support the Cranbrook Salvation Army’s local food programs! The proceeds from the August 8th event will be permanently invested in the East Kootenay Community Credit Union (EKC) Endowment Fund, which is held by the Community Foundation of the […]

July 26, 2022 – The Board and Staff of the Community Foundation were very sad to learn of the recent passing of Neil Cook, and we would like to share our sincere condolences with Neil’s family and friends.   Among his many contributions to the community, Neil was the driving force behind establishing the Cranbrook and […]

Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie, and Cranbrook, BC: May 12, 2022 – The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies is delighted to announce the recipients of its 2022 community granting program. In 2022, CFKR’s community granting continued to grow, contributing a total of $56,841.17 to 40 community initiatives. In addition, a total of $28,810.05 was re-invested in […]

Cranbrook, BC (May 9, 2022) – The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) is thrilled to launch the new Cranbrook Community Forest Society Legacy Fund, to support the Cranbrook Community Forest Society (CCFS) with an annual grant, in perpetuity. CFKR and CCFS aim to raise $20,000 to establish this new endowment fund. The fundraising […]

Cranbrook, BC (April 11, 2022) – The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) and the newly-established Shelter for Ukrainians Society are joining forces to support people who are fleeing from Ukraine, following the invasion by Russia. Starting as an ad hoc committee of local community leaders, and recognizing the urgency of the situation, the […]

Cranbrook, BC (April 4, 2022) – The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) is very pleased to announce the establishment of its newest endowment fund, the Addressing Homelessness Fund. Because CFKR’s endowment funds are permanently invested, the interest from this fund will provide a grant, every year, forever, directed to local non-profits that support […]