Community Foundation of Portage & District

[Community Foundation of Portage & District @CommunityFound4]

Recently during a walk around the Forks in Winnipeg I came across the Alloway Arch & the Widows Mite Fountain, each representing the Winnipeg Foundations history . https://t.co/wIy54EG4A2

If CFPD had a representation of our history in the community what would it be?

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Here is a little fundraising joke for you on National Tell a Joke Day:

How much do pirates donate on average?

A buccaneer.

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Save the Date - September 23rd

Southport Aerospace is once again hosting a fundraising golf tournament "FORE" the Foundation, Fall Balls, is going to be a fun day of golf for everyone! Stay tuned for more details!

[Community Foundation of Portage & District @CommunityFound4]

Summer is going by too fast, like always!

With only a few weeks left to enjoy the lazy days of summer we are wanting to know what are your summer favorites? Visits to the Beach? Fresh Produce at Local Farmers Markets? Family Vacations?

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Have you been watching the Summer Olympics?
What is your favorite sport to watch?

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Have a great long weekend, CFPD's office will be open again on Tuesday, August 3rd at 9am.

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When visiting the Fort la Reine Museum this summer make sure to check out the refurbished clay oven and maybe taste some great baked goods.

CFPD awarded a grant to the museum for the clay oven in 2019 and is this month's Foundation Feature proudly sponsored by Southport.

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Congratulations to the 2021 Russ Denton Memorial Bursary Recipient - Garon Blanchard

The Russ Denton Memorial Bursary is awarded annually to a student who has graduated from a Portage la Prairie High School and is pursuing their post-secondary educaiton.

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Congratulations to the 2021 Don & Lois Booth Memorial Bursary Recipient - Andy Lee

The Don & Lois Booth Bursary is intended to assist a student who demonstrates an interest in pursuing peace & social justice.

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Congratulations to the 2021 Jody Lee Fulton Memorial Bursary Recipient - Brendan Doan

The Jody Lee Fulton Memorial Bursary is awarded annually to assist a student pursuing their commercial pilot's license.

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Congratulations to the 2021 Dr. Harvey Hassard Bursary & Dr. Donald Rae Bursary Recipient - Lindsay Sparrow

The Dr. Harvey Hassard Bursary & Dr. Donald Rae Bursary are awarded annually to a student pursuing a career in health care.

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Congratulations to the 2021 Dr. Harvey Hassard Bursary Recipient - Talia Derksen

The Dr. Harvey Hassard Bursary is awarded annually to a student pursuing a career in health care.

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Congratulations to the 2021 Lorraine Rae Bursary Recipient - Andrew Warthe

The Lorraine Rae Bursary is awarded annually to a graduate of a Portage la Prairie High School currently registered or accepted in any year of studies in Education.

[Community Foundation of Portage & District @CommunityFound4]

Happy Canada Day!

Our office is closed but will reopen, Monday July 5th at 9am.

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Happy Fathers Day to all the dads who are not the anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way.

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“Truly wonderful, the mind of a child is.” ~ Yoda

Check out this month Foundation Feature sponsored by Southport Aerospace. This month we highlight a grant given to Westend Daycare to increase the toys & equipment in their facility.

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Last night CFPD hosted its last Board Meeting until Fall 2021. We are so lucky to have a Board of Directors with strong leadership & passion for our community. Thank you for all of the hours you give to CFPD so we can all make Portage a better place to live, work and play!

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Online auction now underway to fund youth mentorship in our region - https://t.co/wxNTwetVYB https://t.co/c7HNiBAj67

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The Portage la Prairie Bear Clan is looking for youth aged 6-19 to submit an art piece that represents the theme of Systemic Racism.

Details are pictured here or contact the Portage Bear Clan for more information at [email protected]

[Community Foundation of Portage & District @CommunityFound4]

It's going to be a hot one this weekend and its great to see the City of Portage & the Portage Community Shelter making accommodations for our vulnerable citizens.

How are you going to beat the heat this weekend?

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