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A FASHIONABLY FUN EVENING
Thursday, OCTOBER 8th
7:00pm
Qualicum Beach Civic Center
This event will bring together bubbly, exotic desserts, live entertainment, the creme de la creme of Oceanside society.... and best of all, a fabulous array of fashions from Parksville and Qualicum Beach merchants. Tickets are $25 each or $200 for a table of ten, so bring your friends and make it an evening of fun for a good cause. Tickets are available at two convenient locations:
In Parksville: Petal & Kettle at 186 Craig Street
In Qualicum Beach: Fresh n Fabulous at 210 2nd Ave West
Or call Mary Brouillette at (250) 7527269 for more information.
SEE YOU THERE!
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION LAUNCHES A BROADER ROLE FOR ITS SECOND DECADE
The Foundation formed in 1999, focused its first decade on working with donors to build endowment funds that provide long term resources for long term solutions. In its first 10 years, the Foundation awarded $100,000 to more than 60 community groups. A broader role will be the touchstone of our second decade. In introducing this future orientation, Gale Mossman told the Annual Meeting that "building vibrant communities is also about taking a long term view and helping our communities become resilient, resourceful and ready for the future they want". She says the Foundation will be a catalyst and facilitator by identifying key topics that can be explored by individuals, community organizations, businesses and governments. "By talking and listening to each other in new ways we will discover creative ways of enhancing our quality of life, building a strong local economy and protecting and enjoying our natural environment", she adds. "We take the broadest view of what a community is and what it needs to succeed. That's why our grants support everything from sustenance and care for those most in need, to recreation, the arts, and the environment."
YOUTH ACTION COMMITTEE MAKES FIRST CONTRIBUTION TO ITS "YOUTH IN PHILANTHROPY" FUND
The Hand was delighted to learn more about the Foundation, and "put faces to names" at the Annual Meeting. Front row left to right: Alicia Vanin, Gale Mossman, Bashu Neimi Roy. Back row left to right: Jesse Easter, Rebecca Ryane (sorry Rebecca!) Jamie Black, and Janet Dunnett. Absent from the picture are other Steering Committee members: Lars Bakstad, Priscilla Cho, Dylan Bolger and Sage Rabe.
At the annual meeting of May 20th, 2009, Bashu Naimi Roy, Chairperson of the Hand, "handed over" $400 to the President of the Foundation for deposit to the Youth in Philanthropy Fund. This fund, over time, will be available for youth philanthopists to grant to youth-friendly organizations for their youth work. It is a good start, and brings the total in the Youth Fund to well over $2000. This deposit begins to activate The Hand's policy to put 1/3 of funds it earns toward the future a reality. But The Hand is not waiting for that future to become leaders in the youth community. It is engaged in the now. A number of actions are encouraged or sponsorsed by the Hand, and virtually every week there is something exciting going on. For example, there are weekly gatherings where youth can get to know and respect each other across groups while playing music or energetic games. There is an annual Halloween dance that collaborates with the communities of Arrowsmith to make a memorable (and safe) evening for all ages. Events like the recent Youth Conversation with Candidates brought more than 60 youth together to talk in depth with candidates in the provincial election. They learned about their responsibility as citizens in a democratic society and how issues can be addressed through the political process. The Hand believes in partnerships, and are forming many with such entities as the City of Parksville, the German Ju Jitsu Society, the Arrowsmith Community Enhancement Society, the Family Resources Association, and so on. Youth voice is also important to the Hand. They are working with the Mayor of Parksville on his Advisory panel. They are a regular member of the community collaboritive called YouthLINK. They are actively engaged in efforts of the Regional District of Nanaimo to rethink their recreation strategy for youth.
The Hand helped make the annual Health and Wellness Fair, held in March, a big success. They took on the recycling job, but also were present to contribute in a variety of other ways such as greeting the visitors and playing music. Here are Steering Committee members Alicia Vanin and Bashu Naimi Roy.
GRANT AWARDS
Since the Foundation began, there have been more than 100 grants awarded, totalling almost $100,000, to 60 community organizations. At this year's annual meeting held May 20th, 2009, seven community groups shared a total of $9000.00 that was available for distribution in this year. They are: Project Literacy, The Parksville Seniors Activity and Drop in Centre, The Qualicum Beach Community Garden Society, The Errington Fire Department, The Haven Society, The Qualicum Beach Historical and Museum Society, and The Lighthouse Country Marine Rescue Society. At the annual meeting, grant recipients spoke passionately about their work as community builders, and explained how the grant money would be used. As the representative from the Qualicum Beach Community Garden Society, Diane Sharpe, said when she received her cheque, "We would not have believed how much could start growing when we started to grow food. We are really growing community. Thanks for your help to get us started!"
President Gale Mossman introduces Diane Sharpe, who is receiving her cheque from longtime Board Member Florence Gray.
President Gale Mossman hands over a cheque for $1000 to the Art Skipsey, of the Qualicum Beach Historical and Museum Society. With this help, the Society can safe a critical roof that protects important and unique artifacts from the Rain Coast elements.
NEW BOARD MEMBERS FOR 2009-2010
Three new directors have been appointed to help lead the Foundation in its second decade of building vibrant communities. The appointments were confirmed at the Foundation's annual general meeting held May 20th, 2009. The new members join five continuing directors in guiding the Foundation's work in fund development and community development. "Having a strong board with vision, passion and the ability to work with others in the community is integral to our continuing success," said Foundation chair Gale Mossman. "Our founders were strong passionate community leaders, and we are continuing their leadership legacy".
The new directors include a broadcaster, a banker and a business executive. Chuck Benson, of Parksville, who brings his broadcasting experience in sales, marketing and community promotions to the Board. Cindy Koutecky, of Nanoose Bay, is a manager with Coastal Communities Credit Union and a former Foundation chair who is returning to the Board. Jerry Peterson, of Qualicum Beach, is a former forestry executive with deep roots in the community.
The Foundations continuing directors include Mossman, Lars Bakstad, Brent Johnson, David Roach, Janet Dunnett and Andrew Rycroft.
Out going Board Members are Linda Derkach, Donna Furneaux, Florence Gray and Caroline Waters. Gale Mossman thanked them saying, "each individual mae a personal contribution to the Foundation's success".
Updated September 5, 2009