Top 50 Equitable Funders
Announced on October 31, 2024, the Niagara Community Foundation is honoured to be named in the inaugural list of Canada’s Top 50 Equitable Funders.
News + Stories
In Honour of Liz Palmieri
With our collective sorrow, we share the news of the passing of NCF’s founding Executive Director Liz Palmieri.
Decolonizing Philanthropy: Ensuring Fair Support for Black Organizations
This is the last blog of a 3 part series, written by NCF Charity Partner- Future Black Female- in recognition of Black Philanthropy Month.
A Personal Journey: Decolonizing Philanthropy Through the Lens of Conflict and Resilience
This is the second blog of a 3 part series, written by NCF Charity Partner- Future Black Female- in recognition of Black Philanthropy Month.
Rethinking Philanthropy: Empowering Communities for Real Change
This is the first blog of a 3 part series, written by NCF Charity Partner- Future Black Female- in recognition of Black Philanthropy Month.
Black Philanthropy Month
August is Black Philanthropy Month, an international campaign to celebrate the impact that Black philanthropy is having on our communities. The definitions of philanthropy goes much deeper than financial contributions. Philanthropy is upholding the values of generosity, caring for and empowering your community.
Two Niagara Foundations Often Confused
Two Niagara Organizations — Niagara Community Foundation and The Niagara Foundation—are similar in name and often confused. What’s the difference??
Niagara's Philanthropic Partner
Allied professionals are the lawyers, wealth advisors, investment brokers, and financial advisors who help clients meet their financial goals while keeping in mind their philanthropic wishes.
Affordable Housing Rent Bank - New Endowment Fund
The Rotary Club of St. Catharines celebrated its 100th birthday in 2021 and a goal to celebrate the club’s Centennial was to commit funding for a project that would address the significant need in the community for affordable housing.
$1M Granted to Niagara Charities this Spring
Granting over $1 million to charities this spring, Niagara Community Foundation (NCF) is making significant investments in our community, touching all sectors across Niagara. Through NCF’s Environmental Grants, David S. Howes Fund Grants, Mini Grants and Summer Camp Grants, 54 charities in Niagara received a boost to their programming and services, across all sectors.
