The Steinbach Community Foundation Inc.

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The Steinbach Community Foundation Inc.

Unit 1 – 385 Loewen Blvd
Steinbach, MB R5G 0B3

Registered Charitable Number: 894322825 RR0001
Manitoba Region: Southeast

Description

The goals of the foundation are carried out in and around the City of Steinbach and are targeted to support the community in the areas of social services, arts and culture, education, medical services, and general community-based initiatives.

Board

  • Mary Jane Hiebert – Chair
  • Chris Esau – Vice Chair
  • Sarah Beaver – Treasurer
  • Deb Rempel – Secretary
  • Reyn Kroeker
  • Wes Unger
  • Lindsey Banman
  • Andrew Warkentin
  • Daniel Banman – Youth Representative

Staff

  • Lynda Lambert

Foundation Funds

General Endowment Fund A fund that provides for general support grants as determined by the foundation board.
The Chrysalis Fund A fund supported by a community of women philanthropists which is then leveraged to support specific causes and interests of the community.
Named Family Funds Funds created and augmented by individuals or families. The groups are then able to recommend grant support to their preferred charity.
Arts Stabilization Fund A fund established to support the work and programs of the Steinbach Arts Council Inc.
Heritage – Mennonite Heritage Village Fund A fund to build and maintain operating capacity for the Mennonite Heritage Village Museum.
Mennonite Heritage Village (Canada) Inc. Signature Museum Sustainability Fund A fund to support the governance and management, operational standards, and enhancement of visitor experiences at the Mennonite Heritage Village Museum.

Recent Grants

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STARS, Human Patient Simulator Education Program$5,000
Children’s rehabilitation Foundation, Adapted Equipment (bicycle)$4,078
Total Freedom Additions Recover Centre, Building Renovations for 2023$677.82
Serving Seniors Inc., Stage Flooring$14,419.18
Recreation Opportunities for Children (ROC) Eastman, Inc., funding to create a 25 year collective vision and strategy to sustainability, Community Service Recovery Fund$14,500
Steinbach Community Outreach, funding to implement a new communication plan, education staff, and utilize new systems for modernization, Community Services Recovery Fund$20,985
Cedarwood Supportive Housing Inc. (HavenGroup), funding to enhance an accounting system, train staff, and update procedures, Community Services Recovery Fund$23,654
Recreation Opportunities for Children (ROC) Eastman, Inc., Safety Equipment (bike helmets, knee/elbow pads, etc.), The Chrysalis Fund$4,000
Steinbach Community Outreach, Microwaves and range hoods for The Bridge Project, The Chrysalis Fund$6,552
The Steinbach Arts Council Inc., SAC Cultural Diversity Programming Initiative, The Chrysalis Fund$1,162
Steinbach Community Outreach – New van (Community Fund) $8,000
Eden Residential Care Services Inc. – Eden East Mental Wellness Centre (Community Fund) $5,000
Chalet Malouin – An accessible automatic door for seniors (Community Fund) $5,000
Steinbach Community Outreach – New van (Community Fund)$8,000
Eden Residential Care Services Inc. – Eden East Mental Wellness Centre (Community Fund)$5,000
Chalet Malouin – An accessible automatic door for seniors (Community Fund)$5,000
Mennonite Heritage Village Museum – Chortitz housebarn hearth repair project (Lepp Family Fund)$8,000

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