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We're Hiring: Grants & Communications Administrator

The County Foundation is seeking a Grants & Communications Administrator to join our team.

This position is for a 15-month contract with a possibility of extension. 

35 hours per week, hybrid working. Compensation range is: $50,000-$55,000. 

If you are interested in learnin...

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26 Sep 2024 03:18 PM - Comment(s)
Announcing Interim Executive Director

The County Foundation is pleased to announce that Gillian Armstrong, will be stepping up as Interim ED to cover Dominique Jones' maternity leave in February 2025. 

Gillian is our current Grants and Communications Manager and has been with the Foundation since April 2023. 

"In my cu...

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26 Sep 2024 03:10 PM - Comment(s)
Learning & Sharing Session with Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na
The County Foundation hosted a knowledge-sharing session on May 10, 2024 featuring Callie Hill, Executive Director of the Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language and Cultural Centre (TTO) in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.
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17 May 2024 01:28 PM - Comment(s)
Announcing PECWA Bursary

The County Foundation is excited to announce a new bursary fund established by the Prince Edward County Winemakers Association (PECWA). 

The PECWA Bursary will provide an annual bursary to a youth (aged 30 and under) from the Prince Edward County area, or that have a strong connec...

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21 Dec 2023 12:37 PM - Comment(s)
New Board President for The County Foundation

The County Foundation appoints a new Board President to lead the Board of Directors. Howard Whittaker is assuming the position following tenured Board President Brian Beiles. 

Howard has served on the Board of Directors for 2 years and brings with him extensive experience in business, nonprofit ...

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27 Nov 2023 03:39 PM - Comment(s)
Free Year-End Fundraising Workshop

Earlier this year, The County Foundation facilitated the Community Services Recovery Fund. This one-time investment from the Government of Canada provided support toward operational and system improvements to help strengthen community service organizations.

During this process, we saw a lot of t...

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06 Oct 2023 11:37 AM - Comment(s)
Building Bridges of Inclusion: 2023 Vital Signs report

Thanks to all who contributed to this report, and to our Vital Signs sponsors for their ongoing support.

Explore the full report at PECdata.ca for an abundance of rich content that couldn't be featured in the live presentation due to time constraints. Feel free to share this report, along w...

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05 Oct 2023 12:54 PM - Comment(s)
Supporting volunteerism and building community

The County Foundation in partnership with Thrive PEC, has established a Connections Directory at thrivepec.ca/connections to help residents find activities, groups, hobbies and volunteer opportunities in Prince Edward County, 

The directory is being promoted at community even...

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27 Mar 2023 02:46 PM - Comment(s)
County Foundation ED receives emerging leader recognition

Dominique Jones, Executive Director of The County Foundation, received distinction as one of The Peak’s emerging leaders of 2023 in the area of social impact. The list identifies up and coming young leaders (under 40) shaping Canada’s culture, economy and society. Jones was listed as one o...

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27 Mar 2023 03:42 AM - Comment(s)
In Memorium: Douglas MacPherson

Members of The County Foundation were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Douglas MacPherson on February 4 this year.

Douglas MacPherson

 A co-founder of the Foundation in 2008, Douglas combined his professional background in physics, chemistry and systems with his personal passions for the arts and politic...

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23 Feb 2023 06:34 PM - Comment(s)