Richmond Community Foundation

09/27/2026

Stay close to the work happening in Richmond, and see the difference our community is making.

Subscribe to the Richmond Community Foundation newsletter for updates on grant and scholarship opportunities, community impact stories, and Foundation news.

Our grant intake is currently open, making now a great time to sign up:

• Community Grants: $1,000–$10,000
• Exploring Collaboration Grants: up to $2,500
• Letter of Intent deadline: November 2, 2026

Whether you’re a Richmond donor, local business, community member, or charitable organization, our newsletter is a great way to stay informed and connected.

Subscribe today: https://richmondfoundation.org/subscribe/

For Community. Forever.

09/26/2026

Following our 36th Annual General Meeting, we’re pleased to welcome and thank Richmond Community Foundation’s 2026 Board of Directors.

These dedicated volunteers all have close ties to Richmond, donate annually, and bring experience spanning business, law, education, public affairs, communications, arts, community integration and nonprofit leadership.

Please join us in thanking:

Ken Johnston, Director | Chair, Donor Development
Wesley Lui, Vice-Chair
Sunny Chiu, Past-Chair
Maryam Bawa, Past Vice-Chair
Dean Cardno, Treasurer | Chair, Finance & Investments
Imelda Nurwisah, Secretary | Co-Chair, Events
Emmett Mark, Director | Richmond Youth Foundation Liaison
Judith Hutson, Director | Chair, Governance
Allan Liu, Director | Chair, Communications
Sarah Glen, Director | Chair, Grants & Scholarships
Sharon Li, Co-Chair, Events

Their time, leadership and generosity strengthen our work across Grants, Scholarships and Forever Funds, helping create a lasting difference for Richmond.

Learn more about our Board of Directors: https://richmondfoundation.org/about-page/board-of-directors/

For Community. Forever.

09/24/2026

Since 1990, Richmond Community Foundation has connected caring donors with the needs of our local community.

Our work is built around three pillars:

Grants: Annual funding for Richmond charitable organizations working in education, sports, arts, healthcare and the environment.

Scholarships: Annual awards that help Richmond students pursue post-secondary education.

Forever Funds: Permanent endowment funds invested for growth, creating stable, long-term revenue for Richmond and supporting our community for generations to come.

For individuals, families and businesses, a Forever Fund is one of four ways to give: alongside general gifts, directed gifts and securities. Whatever form your generosity takes, your support stays local and helps build a stronger Richmond.

Learn more at https://richmondfoundation.org/

For Community. Forever.

09/23/2026

Have an idea that could be stronger with another organization, but you’re not quite ready for a full grant application?

Richmond Community Foundation’s Exploring Collaboration Grants offer up to $2,500 to help Richmond-based charitable organizations explore working together. Funding can support workshops, meeting space, facilitators, equipment, professional help with project design or budgeting, and other tools or resources needed to develop a collaborative initiative.

The opportunity is intended for two or more organizations exploring something together that they may not be able to do on their own.

The Letter of Intent deadline is November 2, 2026-the same deadline as Community Grants.

Learn more: https://richmondfoundation.org/grants-scholarships/exploring-collaboration-grants/

Questions? Contact 604-270-4483 or [email protected].

09/22/2026

There’s more than one way to make a difference in Richmond, and the right choice depends on what matters most to you.

Individuals, families and local businesses can choose from four giving options:

• Make a general donation to support community granting.
• Direct a gift to a cause you care about.
• Contribute to an existing Forever Fund or establish your own named Forever Fund.
• Donate securities through the separate securities donation form.

A Forever Fund is an endowment account that is permanently invested and grows over time. Each year, a portion of the investment income supports local charities, helping your gift continue making a difference in Richmond for generations to come.

Find the giving option that fits you best:
richmondfoundation.org/donate/

Questions? Contact us at 604-270-4483 or [email protected].

09/21/2026

Could your project help create a stronger Richmond for everyone? Community Grants of $1,000–$10,000 support projects with broad community impact, including new ideas, expanded or improved programs, and capital purchases that create greater efficiencies.

Funding is available for projects in:
Arts and culture
Healthcare
Environment
Food security
Sports and recreation
Social services

Projects may serve a specific population, but their benefits should reach broadly across Richmond. Multi-partner projects are encouraged, and up to 10% of a grant may support administration.

The 2026 intake opened August 31. The first step is to complete the Letter of Intent template, due November 2, 2026.

Learn more and access the template: https://richmondfoundation.org/grants-scholarships/community-grants/

Questions? Call 604-270-4483 or email [email protected].

09/19/2026

A reminder for Richmond-based charitable organizations: Richmond Community Foundation’s 2026 grant intake is open.

There are two grant streams to choose from:

Community Grants: $1,000–$10,000
Exploring Collaboration Grants: up to $2,500

Both streams follow the same schedule, with the Letter of Intent stage closing on November 2, 2026. The first step is to download and complete the appropriate LOI template:

Community Grants: https://richmondfoundation.org/grants-scholarships/community-grants/

Exploring Collaboration Grants: https://richmondfoundation.org/grants-scholarships/exploring-collaboration-grants/

Have questions? Contact us at 604-270-4483 or [email protected]. We look forward to learning more about the work charitable organizations are doing across Richmond.

06/16/2026

05/22/2026

The Richmond Community Foundation has a long history of supporting The Sharing Farm, a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing fresh, healthy, sustainably grown produce to community members facing food insecurity.

Our most recent contribution came at the beginning of May, when we awarded The Sharing Farm with a $10,000 grant to help purchase a Tilmor Super E - Electric Cultivating Tractor. This modern piece of farming equipment is clean, quiet, and efficient, allowing Sharing Farm staff to w**d beds and pathways in record time, so they can move on to other tasks.

A particular point of pride is that this is the first Super E Tractor anywhere in BC, putting The Sharing Farm at the forefront of environmentally friendly agriculture and pushing the organization's mission forward.

04/07/2026

If you know someone enrolled in UBC's Faculty of Dentistry, be sure to tell them about the 2026 Dr. Bud Sipko Family Fund Scholarship, awarded by the Richmond Community Foundation.

This year, three scholarships are available:

• Two dental student scholarships, each valued at $2,500

• One $2,500 scholarship for a dental hygiene student

To apply, students are asked to prepare a letter detailing their interest in dentistry and their connection to Richmond, whether past or present. This can include residency, employment, community involvement, or education. Three reference letters are also required. Applications will remain open until September 1, 2026.

For complete details, visit rcrg.org/Sipko