Articles

Charitable Gifts of Insurance are a Powerful and Under-used Tool

December 7, 2023

An innovative new insurance product designed for charitable giving offers flexibility for donors and the ability to unlock significant donations for their chosen charities.

The Extraordinary Story of a Group of Extraordinary Girls

November 7, 2023

30 Birds Foundation reached out to Saskatoon Community Foundation to establish a fund to support evacuation and resettlement of Afghan girls.

Celeste Leray-Leicht Has Hope for Kids

November 6, 2023

Northern Lights Movement for Kids has become a purpose and inspiration for Celeste and her community, connecting kids in Indigenous and Non-Indigenous communities.

A Family Gift: Honouring the Shared Heritage of Ukrainian and Indigenous Peoples

November 6, 2023

Together, the Kishchuks decided to direct a grant from their family fund to build understanding of the early connections between Indigenous peoples and settlers from Ukraine.

2 Reasons for Giving Securities: It’s Good for the Community and Good for You

September 26, 2023

Long-time donor, retired financial advisor, and former Chair Susan Milburn offers wisdom on using investments for strategic year-end charitable donations.

For Professional Advisors:The Art of Networking

September 13, 2023

The Art of Networking As an advisor, networking efforts start with you: your "why." Your goal may be making a new connection, finding a common interest, or creating helpful relationships. But how do you discover another person's "why?" Read Shayla's article on the art of networking.

Federal Match: Robert Steane Funds for the Arts

July 10, 2023

Bob Steane wanted to leverage his legacy gift for new investment in the arts.

The Seven Sisters Garden: Learning from the Land

July 10, 2023

Funded through the Community Fund for Reconciliation, the garden was a place for community learning and reflection.

Working with the Crocus Co-op Crew

July 10, 2023

Saskatoon Community Foundation's Quality of Life grants are creating opportunities for this hard working crew.