Great Grant Stories

There are many ways to build capacity and vitality in a community. The Community Foundation of the South Okanagan is committed to supporting the broadest possible needs in the community. You will see by the following stories that we believe that all areas of interest are important and integral to a healthy community.

2011 Grant Stories

Okanagan College Foundation

The Okanagan College Centre of Excellence is an impressive undertaking that has given Penticton a truly remarkable building that will be used to educate and inspire students for generations. Because of its importance to the life and vitality of Penticton, the Community Foundation felt it was essential to be involved in the project. The Foundation’s grant of $6564 for the purchase of gym equipment met our grant criteria, while also allowing us to be a part of this lasting legacy… read more>>