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CIF Approves $2.6 Million in Support of 271 Programs
Saskatchewan communities will benefit from 271 grants totaling $2,617,814 from the Community Initiatives Fund's (CIF) February 1st and April 1st deadlines. These grants will contribute to the wellbeing of 40 communities across Saskatchewan.
"Community organizations are critical contributors to wellbeing in our province, providing programs, services, and opportunities to individuals of all ages and their families," shared Tracey Mann, Executive Director of the Community Initiatives Fund. "With the many challenges of the past year, accessibility to those programs and services is especially important, and CIF funding ensures organizations can continue to offer programming in response to community needs."
We are extremely appreciative of the Government of Saskatchewan for an Emergency Pandemic Response Gaming Grant of $4 million for the 2021-22 fiscal year. This grant to the CIF is intended to help offset the loss of $8 million the CIF would normally receive due to the temporary closure of Casinos Regina and Moose Jaw. This will allow us to continue providing funding through our regular Community Grant Program to support the delivery of programs and services in communities throughout Saskatchewan.
COVID-19 may present unexpected challenges for Saskatchewan organizations that have received or are seeking CIF grants to support programs. For the health and safety of all, please adhere to current provincial regulations as well as the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan when considering your programming. We recognize that your CIF funded programs may be impacted and encourage you to check out CIF's Response to COVID-19 FAQ and contact us (rnewton@cifsask.org or asawatzky@cifsask.org) to discuss any anticipated changes and we'll work with you to explore options.
For updates on CIF's grant programs, continue to visit our website, sign up to receive our e-updates, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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Reshaping Community Programming
Join our Facebook Group! How has your organization adapted programing in response to COVID? Do you know of resources or tools to help nonprofit organizations adapt their programming? We have created a space for Saskatchewan community program and service providers to share best practices, ask questions, network, collaborate, provide support for one another, and build connections across the province. We encourage you to start conversations, exchange ideas, ask questions, and share your success stories with each other.
CIF also has gathered some tips, tools, and questions to consider.
Feature Story:
Expressway Family Centre Programming
Enhancing and enriching the lives of families in the Oxbow community is the main initiative of the Expressway Family Centre. Community programming reaches families and individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and economic status. From drop-in parent and child focused activities, cultural and recreational after school activities, parent support workshops, and special events - parents, caregivers, children, and youth can participate and benefit from the many after school, weekend, and evening programs offered by the Expressway Family Centre.
Thank you to CIF for your continued support in our organization. Your generosity is a key part in allowing the Expressway Family Centre to grow, learn, and support our community.
Scam Alert!
There is someone that we believe is from the US posing as staff from the Community Initiatives Fund. They contact people through Facebook claiming that the person’s name is listed on CIF’s ‘winners list’ and request bank information to transfer their winnings. If you are contacted by someone in regard to this, we urge you to contact your local authorities.
To be clear, this is NOT the Community Initiatives Fund. We ONLY fund incorporated Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations through a rigorous application and review process. We do not provide funds to individuals. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Executive Director, Tracey Mann at 306.780.9395.