Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta

Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta Vibrant, healthy, caring communities – today, tomorrow, forever! The original idea for the Community Foundation came from a local area rancher, Mr.

John Ignatius, who had supported other Community Foundations and sought to have a local organization provide similar community benefits. John made the first endowed donation of $25,000 and encouraged his many family, friends and colleagues to follow his example. The Medicine Hat Community Foundation was then founded in 1992 through an act of Legislature of the Province of Alberta. John passed away

in January 2000 and, true to his word, left the vast majority of his estate to the Foundation. John’s financial contribution was in excess of $2.4 million but his biggest legacy was the original creation of the Foundation which continues to support vibrant, healthy, caring communities across Southeastern Alberta – today, tomorrow, forever! The CFSEA is a non-government, non-political and non-religious independent organization that operates under the guidance of a diverse group of community-minded volunteer Board of Directors.

We join the community of Medicine Hat in mourning for the tragic loss of a child. Our hearts go out to the family, first...
06/16/2026

We join the community of Medicine Hat in mourning for the tragic loss of a child.

Our hearts go out to the family, first responders, and all who were involved.

HALO Air Ambulance was dispatched to assist the Medicine Hat Police Service with the search and rescue response on Monday, June 15.

Today, our hearts are heavy as we join our community in mourning this tragic loss. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the child's family, friends, classmates, teachers, and all those affected by this heartbreaking event.

Our thoughts are also with the first responders, city staff, and everyone involved in the response as they navigate the impact of this tragedy alongside our community.

In moments like these, we are reminded that behind every emergency call are people, families, and communities whose lives are forever changed.

Please keep all those affected in your thoughts during this difficult time.

You have a couple of more weeks to nominate inspiring older adults!
06/16/2026

You have a couple of more weeks to nominate inspiring older adults!

Congratulations to these future leaders who were the 2026 recipients of the Chief Gordon Earl Leadership Legacy fund!
06/15/2026

Congratulations to these future leaders who were the 2026 recipients of the Chief Gordon Earl Leadership Legacy fund!

On June 13, 2026, twenty-two local Grade 6 students received scholarships from the Chief Earl Leadership Legacy Fund. Established in 2008, the fund recognizes Chief Earl’s contributions to the community and honours his legacy.

Each year, elementary schools within the local school districts identify students who demonstrate the qualities of future leaders based on the four core values of the Medicine Hat Police Service, with an added emphasis on leadership and citizenship. Since the fund was established, 297 students have been recognized.

The fund is administered through the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, with sponsorship from the Medicine Hat Safe Community Association and the Medicine Hat Police Association. Parents and guardians of scholarship recipients are encouraged to place the awards into an existing or newly opened Registered Education Savings Plan.

Congratulations to this year’s recipients:
Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education Recipients (6)
• Mother Teresa School: Anaya Renny
• St. Michael’s School: Esme Costar
• St. Francis Xavier School: Leni Lybbert
• St. Louis School: Bronson Willimont
• St. Mary’s School: Bria Getz
• Notre Dame Academy: Chase Anderson

Charter/Private School Recipients (2)
• École Les Cyprès: Dimitrias Alce
• CAPE School: Riley-Rae Clarke

Medicine Hat School District No. 76 Recipients (14)
• Crestwood School: Brea De Jesus
• Ross Glen School: Leah Christensen
• Connaught School: Graham Fowler
• Dr. Roy Wilson Learning Centre: Eli Malmberg
• Webster Niblock School: Dominic Schoolkate
• Vincent Massey School: Finley Anderson
• River Heights School: Abby Keeping
• Herald School: Nevaeh Desjardine
• George Davison School: Skyla Dawson
• Elm Street School: David O’Connor
• Dr. Ken Sauer School: Peyton Barton
• Southview School: Ally Osuna
• Medicine Hat Christian School: Sadie Dyck
• Hub: Avery Cowan

Congratulations to all of this year’s scholarship recipients. Thank you for the leadership, citizenship, and positive example you demonstrate in your schools and throughout our community.

photo credit: Trigger Shots Photography

We are grateful for everything that Volunteer Alberta does across our region and province! 👏
06/13/2026

We are grateful for everything that Volunteer Alberta does across our region and province! 👏

A sincere thank you to everyone who joined our 2026 AGM! 💜 Your support brings us closer to our vision of thriving communities across Alberta.

A huge thank you to our Fireside Chat guests for sparking such enriching conversation:
▪️ Shona Dickie, Anabell Marroquin, and Melanie Connellan – City of Medicine Hat
▪️ Niki Gray – Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta

It's through conversations like these that we can cultivate conditions for volunteerism and civic engagement and shine a light on promising ways forward for the sector.

Gratitude to outgoing Board Members Ken Kirk and Brian Boucher—your dedication has left a lasting mark. Thank you! 🙏

We're thrilled to welcome new Board Members Alice Coatu (Calgary) and Karen Wronko (Sherwood Park), joined by returning members Amanda Reaume (Lethbridge), Meenakshi Ramanathan (Edmonton), and continuing board members Annand Ollivierre (Edmonton), Doray Veno (Hanna), and Scott Pileckas (Canmore).
Together, this team brings a wealth of experience and perspective, and we can't wait to see what the year ahead brings. ✨

🔗 Meet Our Board: https://volunteeralberta.ab.ca/about-us/board
🔗 2025 Annual Report:https://volunteeralberta.ab.ca/_uploads/6a29ff0ca5c3a.pdf
🔗AGM webpage: https://volunteeralberta.ab.ca/articles/save-the-date-vas-2026-agm-2026-04-14
🔗 Currents of Community–A Fireside Chat (Recording): https://youtu.be/ScyUREB5L4g
🔗 Medicine Hat’s Community Wellbeing Plan: https://shapeyourcity.medicinehat.ca/community-wellbeing-plan

06/11/2026

We would like to express our gratitude to Marilyn Curtin for her continued support of local healthcare through the Marilyn Curtin Health Foundation Fund.

It was great to see Marilyn again at the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta Founder’s Day Picnic, and to meet and learn from other charitable organizations in Medicine Hat and the region.

Our Youth in Philanthropy program is ramping up! Thank you to the incredible groups participating in this impactful and ...
06/10/2026

Our Youth in Philanthropy program is ramping up! Thank you to the incredible groups participating in this impactful and exciting initiative!

Meaningful connections between donors and local charities! 👏
06/09/2026

Meaningful connections between donors and local charities! 👏

We are incredibly grateful to receive support through the Marilyn Curtin Fund and the Donna MacLean Southern Alberta MedicAir Society Fund at this year's Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta Founder's Day Picnic. These generous contributions help ensure HALO can continue providing lifesaving emergency medical transport to those who need it most.

Thank you to the Community Foundation, the fund holders, and everyone who helps strengthen communities through charitable giving. Your support helps keep HALO flying when every minute matters.

The 2026 Report on Southeast Alberta is hot off the press!This Medicine Hat News publication highlights regional economi...
06/06/2026

The 2026 Report on Southeast Alberta is hot off the press!

This Medicine Hat News publication highlights regional economic growth, local businesses, and opportunities for our region!

Congratulations to another 2026 Spring Community Grant recipient!Medicine Hat Public Library
06/05/2026

Congratulations to another 2026 Spring Community Grant recipient!

Medicine Hat Public Library

Join us this Saturday for a night at the ball park!Sandfly MarketingMedicine Hat Mavericks
06/02/2026

Join us this Saturday for a night at the ball park!

Sandfly Marketing
Medicine Hat Mavericks

Step Up to the Plate with Our Community

Sandfly Marketing is pleased to be the June 6th Game Day Sponsor for the Medicine Hat Mavericks. Together we are joining the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, an endowment-based organization where gifts are invested and support continues for generations.

Proceeds from the evening’s 50/50 draw will support the Strike Out Stigma Fund in Honour of Mason Close, as well as local baseball scholarships through founder John Ignatius’s baseball fund. Be a part of how community endowments strengthen local baseball and provides future opportunities.
Athletic Park
June 6th
6:45 pm

Come be part of the legacy!

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103, 579 3 Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB
T1A0H2

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