Fredericton Community Foundation

06/04/2026

🎓 Are you from the Keswick Ridge / Mactaquac area and planning to attend the University of New Brunswick?

The Isabel Adams Coburn Scholarship supports students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies at UNB. Each year, two or more scholarships of up to $2,000 are awarded to students who demonstrate a balance of academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need.

📅 Deadline: June 15
💰 Up to $2,000 per scholarship

Learn more and visit: www.fredfdn.ca/scholarships

05/27/2026

✨ We made the news!

Rogers TV recently featured our PIA 2026 Celebration, sharing a closer look at the evening, the impact of our Foundation, and the incredible generosity of this year’s recipient, Lois Walker Gillin💜

If you want to hear more about Lois’ story, her impact on our community, and what this celebration is all about, this is definitely worth the watch.

A big thank you to Rogers TV for helping us share these meaningful stories with our community!

🎥 Watch the full coverage here:

Lois Walker Gillin is the 2026 Philanthropy in Action Award Winner.

05/25/2026

✨ PIA 2026 was a beautiful celebration of generosity, community, and the people who help make our region stronger every day.

This year, 460 guests gathered to honour Lois Walker Gillin, recognize the incredible work of local charities, and raise record-breaking support for charitable causes across our community. 💜

Read the full recap, relive the evening through photos, and learn more about this year’s Philanthropy in Action Celebration here: www.fredfdn.ca/blog/pia-2026-press-release

The Fredericton Community Foundation’s 2026 Philanthropy in Action Celebration honoured Lois Walker Gillin, welcomed 465 guests, and raised record-breaking support for local charitable causes across the greater Fredericton region.

05/21/2026

Today’s celebration only happens because of the incredible generosity of our community.

As we gather for tonight, we want to recognize and thank the sponsors helping make this special evening possible.

✨ — Our Title Sponsor: Stewart McKelvey
✨ — Our Event Sponsor:
✨ — Sponsor of our Virtual Raffle & Silent Auction: Blanchard LeBlanc Wealth Management Group of RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

Your support helps bring our community together in celebration of generosity while supporting the charities, programs, and initiatives creating impact across the Greater Fredericton region.

Thank you for being part of this unforgettable evening.

05/21/2026

Ready to celebrate generosity 💜

After months of planning, tonight our community comes together for , an evening dedicated to celebrating the people, organizations, and acts of generosity that continue to shape the Greater Fredericton region.

Before the celebration begins, we want to take a moment to thank everyone who helped make this evening possible. From our sponsors and donors to local businesses, volunteers, supporters, and community partners, this celebration exists because of you.

Your generosity, encouragement, and belief in the work happening across our community continue to inspire us every day.

Tonight is more than an event. It’s a chance to come together, share meaningful moments, and celebrate the impact we can create when a community shows up for one another.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone tonight ✨

05/21/2026

Our Philanthropy in Action auction closes in just 1 day!

There’s still time to bid on unforgettable experiences, local favourites, and one-of-a-kind community moments.

This carousel features:

• Epoch Chemistry Coffee Bundle
• Birthday Party Fun Pack
• Exclusive Dining Experience for Six

A heartfelt thank you to the businesses, donors, and community partners whose generosity helped make this year’s auction possible. Every item donated helps support meaningful community impact across our region.

Explore all 34 auction items and place your bids by visiting https://www.fredfdn.ca/pia-2026

05/20/2026

Tomorrow, the cameras come out ✨📸

One of our favourite parts of the PIA Celebration is back, and is once again helping us create a photo booth experience worthy of a night that celebrates generosity.

From glamorous moments to candid memories, this booth has become part of the magic of PIA, and we already know this year will be no exception 💛

A huge thank you to Nicole for helping make our celebration feel even more special.

We can’t wait to share this unforgettable evening with our community tomorrow.

05/20/2026

Only 2 days left to bid!

Dreaming of a getaway, a golf day with friends, or the perfect local date night? Our Philanthropy in Action auction has experiences ready to be enjoyed across New Brunswick and right here in Fredericton. 🌊✨

This carousel features:

• St. Andrews Escape Package for Four
• Golf Day for Four at the Fredericton Golf Club
• Sunset River Cruise for Four
• Freddy Beach Date Package

A huge thank you to the generous businesses and community partners who donated these experiences and helped make this year’s auction possible. Every bid helps support community impact across our region.

Explore all 34 auction items and place your bids by visiting www.fredfdn.ca

05/19/2026

🏒 Hockey fans, this one’s for you.

Bid on our NHL VIP Experience for Four and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime getaway featuring a private flight to Montreal and luxury suite tickets to see the Leafs take on the Canadiens.

Experiences like this only happen because of the incredible generosity of local businesses and donors who continue to support our community through Philanthropy in Action. Thank you for making this auction possible.

Explore all 34 auction items and place your bids by visiting www.fredfdn.ca/pia-2026

Celebrate generosity in the greater Fredericton region.