Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen

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Applications are now open!The Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen is inviting charities and non-profi...
09/14/2026

Applications are now open!

The Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen is inviting charities and non-profit organizations to apply for funding through our annual grants program.

Funding is available for projects, programs, operating expenses, and select multi-year initiatives that benefit communities across the South Okanagan Similkameen.

đź—“ Applications close October 16, 2026.

Learn more and apply. Link in the comments.

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, and September is Su***de Prevention Month. Across the South Okanagan Similkameen,...
09/10/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, and September is Su***de Prevention Month.

Across the South Okanagan Similkameen, the Community Foundation is proud to support organizations and initiatives that strengthen mental health, wellness, recovery, and community care. Through the generosity of our donors, funding has helped support youth wellness services, recovery and peer support programs, caregiver support groups, counselling, and other services that help people navigate life challenges.

The following organizations are helping ensure that individuals, families, and caregivers have places to turn for support, connection, and hope—Canadian Mental Health Association SOS, Desert Sun Counselling & Resource Centre, Discovery House, Foundry Penticton, LSCSS - Lower Similkameen Community Services Society, OneSky Community Resources, South Okanagan Similkameen Mental Wellness Society, and South Okanagan Women in Need Society (SOWINS).

Let's continue building a community where no one has to face difficult times alone.

If you feel that you are in danger, please call:
National Su***de Crisis Helpline: 988
BC Su***de Prevention and Intervention Line: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
First Nations: 1-855-242-3310

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09/04/2026

It's that time of year again: our Foundation grants cycle (including City of Penticton Special Events grants) opens September 8th! For more information:

https://www.cfso.net/apply-for-a-grant/

09/01/2026

Crescent Hill Winery is hosting a concert this Saturday in support of the SOS Wildfire Response Fund. Get your tickets! Thank you so much for supporting our community.

The Foundation would like to thank the Singla Brothers for donating $10,000 toward the SOS Wildfire Response Fund in sup...
08/18/2026

The Foundation would like to thank the Singla Brothers for donating $10,000 toward the SOS Wildfire Response Fund in support of our neighbours impacted by the Bald Range Wildfire.

We are deeply grateful to the Okanagan Hindu Temple & Cultural Society for raising $15,000 for the SOS Wildfire Response...
08/18/2026

We are deeply grateful to the Okanagan Hindu Temple & Cultural Society for raising $15,000 for the SOS Wildfire Response Fund in support of those impacted by the Bald Range Wildfire.

Members of the Okanagan Indo Canadian Seniors Society came together this week and, in just 30 minutes, raised $19,184.43...
08/13/2026

Members of the Okanagan Indo Canadian Seniors Society came together this week and, in just 30 minutes, raised $19,184.43 for the SOS Wildfire Response Fund in memory of Daljit S. Sidhu, a longtime Penticton resident remembered for his deep community connections and generous spirit.

We're also grateful to Cascadia Credit Union's Summerland Branch for its recent $10,000 donation.

Together with more than 600 donations from individuals, families, businesses, and organizations, our community has now contributed more than $240,000 to support those affected by the Bald Range wildfire.

Thank you to everyone who has stepped forward to help. Every gift is a powerful expression of compassion, generosity, and community spirit.

To donate, visit cfso.net.

Information regarding donations for evacuees:For donors: PLEASE refer to the attached document BEFORE dropping items off...
08/10/2026

Information regarding donations for evacuees:

For donors: PLEASE refer to the attached document BEFORE dropping items off.

For evacuees: Please visit the centre from 9:00am - 3:30pm for the next week to pick up supplies.

The Emergency Donations Centre is located at Okanagan College - Penticton Campus - 583 Duncan Ave., West in Penticton opening Sunday, August 9th at 9am. See less

We have begun accepting registrations for emergency financial support on our website at www.cfso.netThe granting process...
08/08/2026

We have begun accepting registrations for emergency financial support on our website at www.cfso.net

The granting process will take some time to organize and we need to coordinate with many local providers who are obviously very, very busy right now.

Please understand that we are NOT ready to release funds at this time and registration does NOT guarantee support.

Note to all donors: there is no doubt that significant funding will be required to support the needs of Summerland residents and organizations.

Please consider donating today at www.cfso.net

Address

101/246 Martin Street
Penticton, BC
V2A5K3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12504939311

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