Coquitlam Foundation is looking to give out about $50,000 in 2011
The Coquitlam Foundation is now accepting applications from qualified individuals and organizations for grants, bursaries and scholarships.
Executive director Laurel Lawson says the foundation intends to distribute about $50,000 this spring. Detailed information and application forms are available at www.coquitlamfoundation.com. Deadline for applications is Feb. 24.
"We're very pleased to be able to continue supporting the community in this manner," Lawson said in a press release. "Many worthy community organizations and individuals are struggling to find funds and we are more than happy to lend them a hand."
Lawson notes the foundation is in an especially strong position this year to support grant applications relating to the fostering of the arts in Coquitlam. Other areas of interest that have been identified by the board of directors include education and literacy, health and wellness, heritage and history, and conservation. As well, funding for scholarships and bursaries is also available.
The Coquitlam Foundation, which began operation in 1992, encourages and supports creative, targeted philanthropy that builds a vibrant, sustainable and healthy community. It manages more than 20 donor- and foundation-directed funds, focusing on everything from the arts and athletics to literacy and gymnastics. The foundation manages assets totalling more than $1.7 million.
Its awards will be distributed at its awards night, being held this year on May 24 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre.
The Coquitlam Foundation accepts donations c/o PO Box 2, 1207 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, B.C. V3B 7Y3 or through its website, www.coquitlamfoundation.com.
The foundation is registered with Canada Revenue as a charitable organization.
