Kootenay Savings Credit Union (KSCU) gave Rossland community groups a financial boost this summer.
Kootenay Savings is only as strong as the members and communities they serve, which is why community investment is at the heart of all they do.
“There are so many amazing community initiatives happening all across our region right now, and the diversity of applications this granting cycle was great to see,” said Aron Burke, Community Liaison for KSCU, in a release.
Kootenay Savings Community Foundation recently approved $65,400 in new grants to help fund 20 local programs and projects that enrich the lives of residents throughout the Kootenays.
Rossland Arena Society received a $2,500 grant for arena concession upgrades, the Rossland Public Library Association will put their $2,000 grant toward after school programs and an all-ages book club, while the Rossland Scouts received $2,500 to help upgrade the Scout Hall.
“We know how much time, effort and energy goes into helping make our communities stronger and more inclusive places to live, and we’re just so happy and proud to be able to support that work,” said Burke.
Along with the recent grants, Kootenay Savings is also awarding $58,450 in bursaries and summer camp sponsorships to help local high school and post-secondary students pursue their dreams and goals.
Other Greater Trail organizations benefitting from the funds include a $3,000 grant to the Beaver Valley Golf and Recreation Society for upgrades to the Champion Lakes restaurant and pro shop.
The Take a Hike Foundation will get $1,500 for its West Kootenay education program, Trail and District Chamber of Commerce will target its $2,500 grant for the Kootenay Teen Chef Club, and the VISAC Art Gallery in Trail will receive $1,000 for a new kiln. The Salmo Valley Trail Society also were funded $2,500 for Trail Expansion.
KS Community Foundation Quick Facts:
• Formed in 2000 to support non-profit cultural, economic, educational, environmental, health and social initiatives.
• Over $5.33 million in grants, endowments and bursaries distributed since inception.
• Application form and more details available online at kscu.com/about-us/Community.
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