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Building a better Windsor-Essex for today and forever!

We support donor desires for long-term impact while funding creative initiatives that will leave a lasting impact. Founded in 1983 as Heritage Windsor, later renamed the Greater Windsor Community Foundation, today we are known as the WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF). The WECF is dedicated to making our community an even better place to live, work, learn and grow by strategically connecting

donors to community needs and opportunities. We help build a vibrant, healthy community by providing grants to various sectors of the community from health & human services, education, and arts & culture to community development, the environment, and children & youth. We also lead a variety of community initiatives including Random Act of Kindness Day, the Vital Signs program, the Young Philanthropists, the Vitality Legacy Program, and the Biennial Community Cup Pro-Am Golf Tournament.

06/12/2026

WECF are proud to share a wrap-up from our latest Together for Justice roundtable.

As part of this 12-month pilot led by Community Foundations of Canada in collaboration with The Law Foundation of Ontario, WECF continues to work alongside incredible local partners to better understand and address barriers to justice in rural, remote, and northern communities.

Last week marked our third and final roundtable, where organizations came together to share progress, reflect on challenges, and deepen collaboration.

It has been our priviledge to work with six dedicated partners advancing access to rural justice across Windsor-Essex:

• South Essex Community Council - SECC
• Violence Against Women Coordinating Committee Windsor-Essex
• Clinique juridique bilingue Windsor-Essex Bilingual Legal Clinic
• Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre
• Community Living Essex County
• Youth Diversion

These conversations are helping shape meaningful, community-driven solutions grounded in lived experience.

Thank you to all our partners for your continued leadership and commitment!

06/11/2026

Movies, community, and summer nights under the stars! From June 12–14, the Front Lawn of the Aquatic Centre in Downtown Windsor transforms into an open-air cinema for WIFF Under the Stars.

WECF is proud to celebrate this event alongside our community partner Windsor International Film Festival, who are bringing our community together to kick off summer with a free, three-day celebration of film for everyone to enjoy!

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, friends, and family, and settle in for a weekend filled with unforgettable movie moments. Plus, enjoy local treats like fresh popcorn and classic soda while you watch!

We’re proud to celebrate events like this that bring people together and make arts and culture accessible to all.

Learn more at windsorfilmfestival.com/wiff-under-the-stars/

06/08/2026

Strong communities are built when people feel they belong and have opportunities to lead. We’re proud to recognize Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group as our 2026 Vital Signs® Issue Area Sponsor for Belonging and Leadership!

Through their support of the Vital Signs® program, Connor, Clark & Lunn is helping elevate the importance of inclusion, civic engagement, and leadership development across our region. Partnerships like these help create communities where people feel connected, valued, and empowered to make a difference.

At its core, Vital Signs® gives residents a voice in identifying the priorities that matter most and helps drive meaningful community action.

The Vital Signs® Survey is NOW OPEN — we invite you to share your perspective on life in our community at wecf.ca/vital-signs

Thank you to Connor, Clark & Lunn, and all of our sponsors and partners for helping build a stronger, more connected community for everyone.

06/05/2026

WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF) is proud to support our Partners in Philanthropy, Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) as a sponsor of Art in the Park 2026!

We look forward to visiting Willistead Park on June 6 & 7 for a weekend of amazing local art, live music, delicious food, and family fun. All proceeds support the restoration of historic Willistead Manor and charitable projects by the Rotary Club. 💛

More info: artintheparkwindsor.com

Let’s celebrate art, community, and creativity together! 💙

06/03/2026

Arts Council Windsor & Region's New Voices billboard installation is officially returning, bringing its message of creativity, visibility, and community empowerment to Ford City.

Originally launched in 2021 by ACWR, this powerful public art project amplified the work of local artists from underrepresented communities, until it was paused due to unforeseen changes to its original location.

Now, with support from the WECF Community Impact Grant, New Voices is back for one year in partnership with Artcite Inc., bringing a bold, text-based billboard to Ford City.

In the short term, this installation will transform the streetscape into a space for reflection, creativity, and conversation, inviting residents to engage with diverse perspectives through experimental poetry and storytelling.

Looking ahead, the program's momentum is only growing. ACWR has announced that artist proposals for the 2026 New Voices program will open in June, inviting creators from across Windsor Essex to share their stories, perspectives, and experimental approaches to text based art.

New Voices continues to evolve, but its heart remains the same: transforming public space into a platform for reflection, dialogue, and connection. We can’t wait to see how the next wave of artists will shape this growing project.

Artist from top left to bottom right: • Anna Daliza. Artist Bio • Alexei” Ungurenaşu. Hold, Twist, Release. • Jude Abu Zaineh. Where do we go from here? هنا؟ من نذهب أين • Luke Maddaford. You Can Always Find A Good Time In Windsor. • Ostoro Petahtegoose. Ga-waabmigoo – We’ll see you. • Chidera Ikewibe. A(N) P(ART) OF ME!

06/01/2026

June brings new opportunities and important updates from across our community -- which you can read all about in our June newsletter!

In this edition, you’ll find a look at what’s ahead in the coming months, meaningful stories of local impact, and practical ways to stay involved and support the work we’re advancing together.

Read the June newsletter now: https://conta.cc/4uGnDzf

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05/29/2026

As we prepare to recognize this year’s scholarship recipients at our Scholarship Breakfast in June, we’re proud to spotlight the funds helping students across Windsor-Essex achieve their educational goals — including the Rattray Family Scholarship Fund, held at the WindsorEssex Community Foundation.

The Rattray Family Scholarship Fund honours the legacy of Dave Rattray, a lifelong music lover and dedicated supporter of the local arts community. From playing flugel horn in England and the British Air Force brass band, to supporting the Windsor Symphony and performing with several local choirs, music remained a central part of Dave’s life.

In retirement, Dave helped establish the Windsor Essex Youth Choir and continued contributing to Windsor’s vibrant musical community through performance and advocacy.

This scholarship, which will present its very first award this year, will support students enrolled in music programs at the University of Windsor and St. Clair College, helping future musicians pursue their passion and continue Dave’s legacy of community and creativity.

To learn more about the many ways you can create a lasting legacy in Windsor-Essex, visit wecf.ca

05/26/2026

We’re proud to celebrate student leadership in action! 🎉

Thanks to the WECF's KidStart Grants, students from A.V. Graham Public School and Holy Cross Catholic Elementary have brought inspiring community projects to life:

💖 Happy Hearts: Handmade fleece heart pillows created with love for local seniors

🤲 Little Hands, Big Hearts: Care packages for families at Ronald McDonald House Windsor

🎂 Birthday Boxes: Birthday kits for families in women’s shelters to help every child feel celebrated

These projects show that even small acts of kindness can make a big impact. 💛

Way to go to our amazing students and teachers for making a difference in their community!

05/25/2026

Artistic and cultural experiences help shape vibrant, connected communities. We’re proud to recognize Windsor Symphony Orchestra as our 2026 Vital Signs® Issue Area Sponsor for Arts & Culture!

Through their support of the Vital Signs® program, Windsor Symphony Orchestra is helping elevate the importance of creativity, cultural experiences, and community connection across our region. Partnerships like these help foster spaces where people can gather, learn, create, and feel inspired.

At its core, Vital Signs® gives residents a voice in identifying the priorities that matter most and helps drive meaningful community action.

The Vital Signs® Survey is NOW OPEN — we invite you to share your perspective on life in our community at wecf.ca/vital-signs

Thank you to Windsor Symphony Orchestra and all of our sponsors and partners for helping build a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone.

05/22/2026

As we get closer to announcing this year’s scholarship recipients at our Scholarship Breakfast in June, we’re proud to highlight the funds that continue to support students across Windsor-Essex.

Established in 1992, the Father Matt Sheedy Scholarship Fund held at the WindsorEssex Commmunity Foundation honours the legacy of Father Matt Sheedy, former principal of Assumption College School and founder of the Assumption Alumni Association.

Thanks to the generosity of the Assumption College School Mothers’ Club, the Bingo Club, and friends, the scholarship continues to help graduating Assumption College Catholic High School students pursue post-secondary studies in health-related fields — creating opportunities for deserving students for more than 30 years.

To learn more about the many ways you can create a lasting legacy in Windsor-Essex, visit wecf.ca

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Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
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