Professional Advisors play a critical role in helping their clients create and realize their philanthropic vision. As Oakville’s Leading Philanthropic Solutions Provider, we continued this year with the goal of educating and engaging local Professional Advisors and making them aware of the charitable gift options that are available for their clients. The uncertainty of the […]
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Shape & Inspire Your Legacy – “The Noble Effort”: Don Noble’s family legacy
What does it mean to leave a lasting legacy? When we pass on from this life, our remaining family members and friends are often faced with the struggle of making final arrangements during a time of tremendous grief. You can alleviate the stress on your family and ensure that your wishes and passions are celebrated […]
New partnership between Oakville Dads, Oakville Community Foundation
The Oakville Community Foundation is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the community group Oakville Dads. The Oakville Dads Community Fund, held at The Foundation, has been created as a way to support community members through local fundraising events and campaigns. Their focus is on helping vulnerable people in Oakville get the proper food, […]
Philanthropy: Create Your Own Experience
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people think about and approach philanthropy. While the pandemic has increased awareness of the role and need for Wills and estate planning, it isn’t a topic that most people feel comfortable talking about. This only makes sense as in a very short time we’ve had to come to […]
Anti-Asian Racism: Q & A with Grace Churchill
As the pandemic continues, we have seen anti-Asian racism and hate crimes continue to persist. There has been enhanced media coverage of recent attacks on people of Asian descent, including the recent shooting in Georgia, the stabbing of a Korean man in Montreal, as well as countless other reports of verbal and physical assaults. With […]
#WeekendReads – Halton Youth Collective Program: Part 2
Welcome back to the #WeekendReads series! On Fridays the Oakville Community Foundation will share reports, data and information to help you stay informed when it comes to the community, the charitable sector and more. Click here for previous installments. The Halton Youth Collective Program released their new 2020 Pilot Study report, detailing the ins and […]
