Stephen Thomas Ltd Launches STella! Digital Fundraising Division
Launch follows ST’s recent acquisition of digital services division of Deloitte Canada’s fundraising services group TORONTO, ON–ST (Stephen Thomas Ltd), Canada’s premier full-service marketing, brand and fundraising agency, today proudly announces the launch of STella!, its new digital fundraising division. Following ST’s recent acquisition of the digital services division of …
Q&A with Julie Quenneville, CEO UHN Foundation
Foundation Magazine sits down for a Q&A with Julie Quenneville. Here’s the conversation. In your experience, what motivates donors to choose the foundation for their philanthropy, especially for legacy gifts? In my experience, donors choose UHN Foundation for a few key reasons. Firstly, they believe in our mission—it aligns with …
New Research Shows Landscape of Philanthropic Foundations in Canada
By Sara Krynitzki and Dr. Michele Fugiel Gartner Many in our sector may be surprised to learn that data on foundations in Canada is extremely limited — this includes data produced by government, in academia, and even by our own sector. This is despite the fact that roughly 1 in …
Surprise! Charitable Giving Actually is on the Rise
By Laurie Fox We’ve all heard it, the bleak predictions for the future of charitable giving in Canada. The narrative that fewer Canadians are giving, younger donors aren’t giving as much as previous generations…you know the stats. But this narrative is missing one big thing… The number of charitable gifts …
Q&A with PhilanthPro Solutions founder Nicholas Palahnuk
Foundation Magazine spoke with the founder of a new technology solution for wealth management services, a system which connects financial planning and philanthropy. Nicholas Palahnuk, CFP®, CIM®, an Investment Advisor and Senior Portfolio Manager, leads The Palahnuk Group. The Palahnuk Group’s vision is to transform the lives of clients through …
Five Lives: What We Do – March/April 2024
Each issue Foundation Magazine provides a mini-profile of five people whose work and commitment make Canada a more liveable country. We thank them for their service. Heather Norris has been the President and CEO of the Ottawa Network for Education since 2019. Last year, the Ottawa Network for Education invested …
Plaques In Philanthropy – Animals in War
This memorial includes three plaques and a statue, as well as animal footprints in the cement. For centuries, animals have demonstrated an enduring partnership with humans during times of war. They have served as means of transportation, beast of burden, messengers, protectors and mascots. Still today, dogs use their unique, …
University Health Network celebrates people, progress – Inside the Launch of the UHNITED Campaign
STAFF University Health Network (UHN) proudly asserts its position as Canada’s #1 hospital with the launch of its new UHNITED campaign, the first campaign in its history. Departing from traditional accolades, the campaign spotlights the individuals driving transformative change within UHN, emphasizing their collective efforts to redefine the standards of …
When Masai Ujiri and Harry Rosen Teamed Up for HUMANITY
Wear your heart on your sleeve. Wear your humanity on your chest. In 2020 Toronto Raptors President and Giants of Africa co-founder Masai Ujiri and menswear brand Harry Rosen collaborated on a project focused on raising funds for charity, bringing new Black designers into the famed retailer, and ultimately reminding …
TELLING STORIES AT SCHOOL: True Tales of University Donor Impact
Planned Giving, Family Legacies and Memories Donors play a pivotal role in the sustainability, growth, and excellence of universities and colleges, acting as crucial catalysts for development and progress in the academic world. Their importance cannot be overstressed, as they contribute significantly not only to the financial well-being of these …