MEDIA SPOTLIGHT
Our Story in the News
Discover how our purpose is making headlines. This section highlights news stories, interviews, and media features that put our name out there and share the impact we’re creating in communities near and far.
News coverage of the Thunder Bay Community Foundation’s 2025 Grant Reception at The Chanterelle (Airtime: 10:00- 11:36).
A huge heart: 44 local charities receive vital grants
THUNDER BAY — As it approaches its 54th year of community giving this December, the Thunder Bay Community Foundation awarded more than half a million dollars on Wednesday night.
Local funding body accepting grant applications from outside the city
THUNDER BAY — A new funding stream for projects in the Thunder Bay District, specifically outside the city, is taking applications.
Gala supports bursary for newcomer women
THUNDER BAY — The Tapestry International Women’s Network held their fifth annual gala fundraiser at Moose Hall on Saturday, raising money and awareness for their new post-secondary education bursary.
COMMUNITY MATTERS
Our Work Begins and Ends With Community
New Year Brings New Leadership and New Faces to the Thunder Bay Community Foundation Board of Directors
The Thunder Bay Community Foundation (TBCF) welcomes 2026 with updates to its Board of Directors, starting with the appointment of Wendy Bell as the new Chair, succeeding Mike Belliveau, who completed his term in December 2025.
Thunder Bay Community Foundation Marks 54 Years, Awarding Over $896,950 in 2025
This December, the Thunder Bay Community Foundation celebrated its 54th anniversary – a milestone marked by giving more than $896,950 to local charities and students across Thunder Bay and the District in 2025.
The Will to Make a Difference: How Lesley and Rod are Leaving a Lasting Legacy in Thunder Bay
November is Make a Will Month – the perfect time to reflect on how we can make a lasting difference in our community. For longtime supporters like Lesley Bell and Rod Morrison, giving back to the community has always been part of their lives and the Foundation’s purpose naturally aligns with their perspectives on legacy giving.
Breaking Barriers & Building Memories: The Community Foundation in Action with BGC Thunder Bay
The BGC Thunder Bay received a $3,000 grant from the Ontario Endowment for Children and Youth in Recreation Fund at the Community Foundation for the launch of their dynamic lineup of winter programs for its members.
Building Anwebiiwining: Donors Help Strengthen Indigenous Education
One of its most inspiring initiatives is the Anwebiiwining outdoor classroom project, a land-based learning space designed to deepen connections to both knowledge and the natural environment. The Thunder Bay Community Foundation along with the support of additional funders, was proud to provide a grant to help bring this vision to life.
Helping Children See a Brighter Future: Thunder Bay Community Foundation Supports George Jeffrey Children’s Centre
At the heart of the Thunder Bay Community Foundation’s purpose is a simple yet powerful belief that when we come together, we can positively impact lives. That same belief drives George Jeffrey Children’s Centre, an organization that provides programs and services to infants, children, and youth in Thunder Bay and throughout Northwestern Ontario.
Tapestry International Women’s Network and Port Arthur Rotary Create Bursary to Empower Newcomer Women
The Thunder Bay Community Foundation is proud to announce the creation of a meaningful new Bursary Fund aimed at supporting the educational pursuits of newcomer women in our community.