Waterloo Region Community Foundation

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Our office will be closed after Tuesday, December 23, 2025, to Thursday, January 1, 2026, and our team will be available to respond to you again on Friday, January 2, 2026. Check out this list of ways you can give: wrcf.ca/news/2025-offi…

At WRCF, we believe in the power of place-based philanthropy. When you give through WRCF, you’re not just supporting a cause—you’re investing in the future of your community. Learn more. 🔗 wrcf.ca/news/2025-givi…

GatherWR is an innovative AI-driven tool that provides a simple way to discover places and spaces to come together in Waterloo Region. Visit gatherwr.ca and find the perfect location for what you need.

Have you heard? @SVPWR is now accepting grant applications. Applications are open until December 4, 2025, to all registered charities and not for profits serving Waterloo Region. Prior to applying, contact abbie@svpwr.org to discuss interest. Visit: svpwr.org/2025-investee-…

Sneak peek of tonight’s jr cen experience with the @AyrCentennials Thank you @WRCommFdn for supporting our community program 🥅🏒🩷📸🍪 @GOHLHockey @519sportsonline

Vol. 2 of The Soundcheck Experiment is returning to The Union on December 14 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. This immersive, one-day event focuses on collaboration and improvisation across music genres. Get your tickets here: simpli.events/e/soundcheck

Did you know? Improving access to parks, community centres, gyms, and trails increases physical activity, especially when infrastructure is paired with engaging programming. Read Waterloo Region's 2025 Vital Signs® Report for more information: wrcf.ca/s/WRCF-2025-Wa…

Thinking about giving back in Waterloo Region, but not sure where to start? At WRCF, we’re here to help you explore what’s possible. Let’s have a conversation about how your values can shape our community’s future. 🔗 wrcf.ca/news/2025-givi…

This year’s Canada’s Kindest Community contest is awarding $100,000 to one amazing community, in partnership with @cfc_fcc_ and the winning region’s local community foundation. Nominations are now open! Learn more about the contest: coke.ca/holiday

Vol. 2 of The Soundcheck Experiment is returning to The Union on December 14 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. This immersive, one-day event focuses on collaboration and improvisation across music genres. Get your tickets here: simpli.events/e/soundcheck

Donating through your Will enables you to plan now for the legacy you want to have – one that reflects your life, values and the issues or organizations that are important to you. Learn more about how WRCF can help: wrcf.ca/estate-planning

Did you know? Mental health has worsened in Waterloo Region compared to Canada as a whole since the pandemic. Read Waterloo Region's 2025 Vital Signs® Report to learn more about life satisfaction and mental health in Waterloo Region: wrcf.ca/s/WRCF-2025-Wa…

Have you heard? @SVPWR is now accepting grant applications. Applications are open until December 4, 2025, to all registered charities and not for profits serving Waterloo Region. Prior to applying, contact abbie@svpwr.org to discuss interest. Visit: svpwr.org/2025-investee-…

The Region of Waterloo Arts Fund is currently accepting applications! Whether you’re an individual artist, a creative collective, or an arts organization—don’t miss this chance to secure support for your 2026 art projects: regionofwaterloo.ca/ROWArtsFunding

At WRCF, we’re not just managing funds—we’re building a stronger Waterloo Region. With deep local knowledge and relationships with over 1,000 nonprofits in the region, we help donors make a meaningful and lasting impact. Learn more: wrcf.ca/news/2025-givi…

The Voices Empower: Walk to Break the Silence is more than a walk. It’s a movement to raise awareness and funds for women and children moving beyond violence. There’s still time to join the movement! Visit wcswr.org/voices-empower… and sign up now. @WomensCrisisSWR

This morning, we released our November newsletter – Community Connect. You can check it out here: wrcf.ca/news/cc-novemb… To stay connected with what's happening at Waterloo Region Community Foundation -- subscribe to our newsletter: eepurl.com/h5TZ3L

🎨💸 Applications close soon for Region of Waterloo Arts Funding! Through this program, $265K in #funding is available for local artists, collectives & arts organizations to help with their 2026 #art projects. 📅 Apply by November 21, 2025 How to apply: bit.ly/4otIFi6