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 2026 Scholarship and Bursary Reception at the Italian Cultural Centre.

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

From Forms to Support: LSPC’s Free Form-Filling Program Helps Residents Access Vital Supports

Recognizing the need in the community, the Lakehead Social Planning Council (LSPC) introduced Free Form-Filling for Seniors with a Grant from the Thunder Bay Community Foundation’s Community Fund.

Community Generosity Helps Expand Accessible Reading at Thunder Bay Public Library

Accessible Reads is a Thunder Bay Public Library project supported by a $3,000 grant from the Dr. S. Penny Petrone Fund through the Thunder Bay Community Foundation.

Building Opportunities One Experience at a Time with BGC Thunder Bay and Community Foundation

These programs were made possible through the Ontario Endowment for Children & Youth in Recreation Fund from the Thunder Bay Community Foundation, which helped BGC Thunder Bay cover transportation and program-related costs. 

The Foundation Encourages Youth Recreation Through Evergreen’s Ka-Wiiciiwin Program

With support from the Ontario Endowment for Children & Youth in Recreation at the Thunder Bay Community Foundation, Evergreen is able to continue the Ka-Wiiciiwin program for another year, helping ensure these experiences remain accessible to local youth.

Community Foundation Grant Supports Hands-On Clinical Learning at NOSM University

The Thunder Bay Community Foundation is proud to highlight the impact of one of its Grants awarded to NOSM University. Through a $6,000 Grant, the Foundation helped fund the purchase of updated breast examination simulators for the University’s Thunder Bay campus.