Posts by Christie Pashby
Giving Tuesday: Kindness is the Currency That Connects Us
Giving Tuesday: Kindness is the Currency That Connects Us Funding Opportunities / Philanthropy / Why Get Involved Where Generosity Grows, Community Thrives In a world that often feels divided and busy, kindness still finds a way. It shows up quietly in small, ordinary moments. A smile from a familiar or new face. A moment of…
Read MoreCanmore Public Library: Growing Our Library, Growing Our Community
The 2025 Canmore Public Library Endowment Fund Campaign, themed “Growing Our Library, Growing Our Community,” runs from November 1 to December 12. The campaign features Library Champions—individuals with deep-rooted connections to the Canmore Public Library
Read MoreLeadership as a Relay: Fiona Jones Hands the Baton to Barbara McNeil
Leadership at Banff Canmore Foundation has always been a relay—each chair carrying the baton with care before passing it forward. As Fiona Jones steps into the role of Past Chair after three transformative years, she leaves behind a legacy of resilience, strong governance, and bold ideas. Now, Barbara McNeil takes up the baton, bringing her connector’s energy and deep commitment to community. Together, their leadership reflects the additive, long-term spirit of philanthropy that makes BCF thrive.
Read MoreEvent: Exploring intentional Philanthropy with Joel Bray
Event: Exploring intentional Philanthropy with Joel Bray Events Lunch & Learn: Origins at Spring Creek & Banff Canmore Foundation Present: Intentional Philanthropy Lunch & Learn Saturday, September 13 • 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. 808 Spring Creek Drive, Canmore Lunch in Mineshaft Tavern • Learn in Origin’s screening room All are welcome — space is…
Read MoreTrust, Infrastructure, and the Long Road Home: What Jasper Taught Us About Being a Community Foundation
In July 2024, the wildfire devastated Jasper—but it awakened something else, too, a reminder of what happens when local leaders, neighbours, and partners come together in times of need.
Read MoreA Community Steps Forward: JCTS Adjudicates First Slate of Grants
Banff Canmore Foundation helps partners at Jasper Community Teams Society slate their first Jasper Recovery Grant Program
Read MoreHow Community Voices Shape Community Grants
How Community Voices Shape Community Grants Community Grants / Funding Opportunities / Why Get Involved Why Local Decision-Making Matters for the Bow Valley Each year, Banff Canmore Foundation’s Community Grants program helps bring bold ideas to life that strengthen belonging, build resilience, and improve quality of life across the Bow Valley. But behind every grant…
Read MorePAUW Foundation Renews Commitment to Banff Canmore Foundation with $900,000 Donation
The Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation is proud to announce renewed financial support to the Banff Canmore Foundation (BCF). The Pauw Foundation has committed $900,000 over the next three years to strengthen community programs, empower local nonprofits, and build long-term resilience across the Bow Valley.
Read MoreHonouring a Legacy: The David M. Bayne Legacy
Honouring a Legacy: The David M. Bayne Legacy Donor Stories / Scholarships David M. Bayne’s remarkable 42-year career in hospitality began humbly in 1966 as a houseman at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel He became General Manager at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise through dedication and professionalism, leaving an indelible mark on Banff National Park’s…
Read MoreProtect Your Nonprofit from Cyber Threats – Free Workshop Series:
Cyberattacks on nonprofits are on the rise—do you know how to protect your organization? Join us for a free, two-part cybersecurity workshop designed specifically for nonprofits. You’ll learn how to safeguard donor data, financial information, and critical systems with real-world insights and expert guidance. Session 1: A Cybersecurity Story (ONLINE) 📅 Date & Time: April…
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