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New text-to-donate campaign enables Canadians to support youth mental health by texting $5 donations, with Bell matching contributions up to $1 million; 100% of proceeds to benefit six leading youth mental health organizations across the country. OTTAWA, ON–The Mobile Giving Foundation Canada (MGFC) is pleased to support a national text-to-donate …

Minister Khera unveils theme for this year’s Black History Month OTTAWA, ON–Each year, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to their stories, and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian society. The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, …

The Hilborn Group Ltd acquires Foundation Magazine TORONTO, ON. The Hilborn Group has acquired Foundation Magazine from Lloydmedia Inc, effective January 1st, 2025. As Canada’s national magazine for the philanthropic sector, Foundation Magazine launched in 2019 with the mandate to connect philanthropy, the business sector and societal benefactors in a …

It’s Bud the spud from the bright red mud Rolling down the highway smiling The Spuds are big on the back of Bud’s rig (‘cause) They’re from Prince Edward Island – Stompin’ Tom Connors by Paul Nazareth As a kid, my immigrant parents gave us a powerful gift in the …

The Hand’s On Fundraiser – Mary Cahalane   By Mary Cahalane Does wading into a room full of strangers terrify you? Are you sure you’ll have nothing to say? Afraid you’ll embarrass yourself with your tied-up tongue? Never fear. I’m an introvert who likes people, but I find the idea …

Leadership – Kathleen Provost By Kathleen Provost As a professional fundraiser people often ask me how can you stay so optimistic? The field of philanthropy is full of challenges and there are so many factors that can impact our profession as fundraisers. I do believe there are always challenges, yet …

WEALTH MANAGEMENT – LEANNE KAUFMAN By Leanne Kaufman Estate planning conversations are difficult. We don’t want to think about our loved ones passing, and we don’t like to speak of our own potential incapacity or demise. Money, too, can be a taboo topic. It’s no wonder many families avoid these …

One detail makes Norway stand out when it comes to fundraising for charity: One Sunday every year, almost every Norwegian donates to the same organisation. Linda Haltbrekken (pictured) is Director of Fundraising and Communications in Plan International Norway and knows more than most about what makes Norwegians willing to share. …

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.   Kelsey Barker is the Program Manager and Volunteer & Community Engagement for the Vancouver Food Runners. Kelsey brings her years of experience in …

By Jean Westrick As grantmaking organizations increasingly explore how AI tools can transform the way we work in civil society, the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) recently released results from a global survey of grantmakers in our 2024 State of Philanthropy Tech report. Reflecting the technology and operational reality for …