Shuswap Community Foundation

06/06/2026

Shuswap Community Foundation's Youth Philanthropy Advisory Committee (YPAC) did an incredible job organizing a float for the first ever pride parade in Salmon Arm.

🌈Happy Pride!

05/15/2026

We are excited to announce our newest team member, Jo Boxwell, starting May 20th! Jo will be joining us in the newly created position of Communications Specialist.

Jo is an experienced marketer and writer with a background in film editing. She has created marketing strategies and materials for businesses and has also developed compelling content for a variety of non-profits, from an international documentary film festival to a wilderness conservation organization. Past projects for non-profit clients include editing promotional videos and writing online articles and a commemorative book. Jo also delivered workshops as an Edmonton Public Library Featured Writer.

After moving to the Shuswap, Jo became the editorial manager for two community publications (The North Shuswap Kicker and The South Shuswap Scoop). Jo is a published author, the recipient of a Canada Council for the Arts literary grant and a
member of the Writers’ Union of Canada.

Jo shares that she is "excited to be joining the team at the Shuswap Community Foundation to help share the organization’s impact in the region and looks forward to connecting with donors, volunteers and grant recipients who are making a difference across the Shuswap."

Please help us welcome Jo!

05/07/2026

We are excited to be sponsoring the Annual Mayoral Lunch!

City of Salmon Arm is a crucial for the Foundation, as we administer their Grants-in-Aid Program.

Please consider coming out for a peak into 'Everything Salmon Arm'. Check out Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce for more info.

04/29/2026

Exciting news from Shuswap Community Foundation!

We're thrilled to announce that new Granting Programs are on the horizon. Mark your calendars – the application window opens on July 1st! Please note this is a change from previous years when applications opened on May 1st.

Stay tuned for updates and details – the otters know the best things are coming!

04/20/2026

These beautiful sunny days are bringing more of us out on the lakes making it a good time to express our continued gratitude to the folks at Shuswap Lifeboat Society! ⚓️❤️ This volunteer crew of 25 provide water based rescue response - 24/7 - 365 days/year to our region. Last year, through our semi-annual grant program, the Foundation contributed to "greening" their boathouse with solar panels, which saves them tons of money in operating costs.

📺 Watch the video and find out the details.

Shuswap Community Foundation Spring 2023 grant recipient Shuswap Lifeboat Society.Made possible by generous donations from:• Community Fund• John and Ingrid ...

03/09/2026

Hey everyone! have you heard? Our sister Foundation the Shuswap Hospital Foundation is doing a Charity Shred Day coming up on May 2nd at SASCU Uptown from 11-3. If you have any need to get some shredding done, they will provide tax receipts for $16.00 per bag purchased at $25. Bags hold 35 lbs of paper! Let's get rid of those secure documents safely!

02/27/2026

Support the Community of Tumbler Ridge via Canada Helps.

Help provide urgent and...

12/05/2025

Attention Shuswap Charities and Non-Profits!
Did you know?
The Shuswap Community Foundation (SCF) Grant Cycle for projects starting after April 2026 opened on December 1st.

Why so early?
If you plan to apply for a grant over $10,000, you must first submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) before you can apply.

Important Dates

Letters of Intent (for grants over $10,000):
December 1 – January 1
(This overlaps with the regular application period to give time for review and next steps.)

Grant Applications:

Over $10,000: After LOI approval, up to January 31
Under $10,000: December 15 – January 31

This timeline ensures:

SCF can review your LOI promptly.
You have time to complete the full application if approved.

Go here! Get started today! https://www.grantinterface.ca/Home/Logon?urlkey=shuswap

For questions - please call 250-832-5428, or email Robyn at [email protected], Monday to Friday, 9:30 - 3:30

11/18/2025

Please help us welcome Monica Sigurdson to the team! She will be joining Robyn in the office December 1st!

The Shuswap Community Foundation (SCF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Monica Sigurdson as its new Executive Director. The announcement was made today by John White, President of the Board, following a thorough and extensive selection process.

Monica joins the Foundation as she and her family settle into Salmon Arm from Manitoba. A Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), she brings more than a decade of leadership experience in Canadian philanthropy and social finance. Her background includes building innovative programs, stewarding major partnerships, and strengthening community-based giving across a range of organizations.

Most recently, Monica served as Director of Philanthropy at iDE Canada, where she led national fundraising efforts in support of international development programs. Her work spanned major gifts, legacy giving, and strategic donor engagement to advance initiatives that support women entrepreneurs and sustainable livelihoods around the world.

Prior to her time at iDE, Monica spent six years at the Jubilee Fund in Manitoba, serving as Fund Development Manager. During her tenure, she helped launch Canada’s first Rent Guarantee Program for at-risk women and secured multimillion-dollar social-finance partnerships aimed at reducing poverty at the local level. Her work involved collaborating closely with businesses and investors to bring ethical capital to community-based initiatives.

Monica has also been an active contributor to the Canadian gift-planning community. She has served on the board of the Manitoba chapter of the Canadian Association of Gift Planners (CAGP) and presented at both regional and national events on legacy and planned giving practices.

John White, President of the Shuswap Community Foundation, welcomed the appointment.
“Monica brings a strong combination of experience, community-minded leadership, and a deep understanding of philanthropy. Her track record of building partnerships and supporting local solutions will serve the Shuswap well. We are delighted to have her leading the Foundation into its next chapter.”

Monica shared her enthusiasm for the role and the region.
“I am honoured to join the Shuswap Community Foundation and look forward to connecting with local donors, organizations, and volunteers. The Shuswap has a strong spirit of generosity, and I’m excited to help nurture a giving ecosystem that reflects the needs and strengths of this community.”

Outside of her professional work, Monica enjoys being outdoors and coaching basketball. She looks forward to making new connections throughout the region as she and her family establish roots in Salmon Arm.

10/21/2025

Massive thank you to everyone who came out for our Annual Meeting last week. It was great to see folks and have time to chat and share! Thank you for being amazing people!