Our Funds

DVCF has a general operating endowment fund to continually build a sustainable future for the Community Foundation. All donations that go into this fund are invested, so expenses are funded through a sustainable source. Our long-term goal is to eliminate administration fees on all funds— allowing every dollar from our funds to stay directly with the cause they support.

In August 1998, the Big Brothers chapter disbanded, and they forwarded their unused funds to the DVCF. The income from this fund helps provide funding for youth projects in the Drayton Valley area.

The fund was created in 2002 as a legacy, whereby donors could begin with a $1000donation and build on their endowment. When the fund reached $5,000, it may be designated by the donor. The initial donor to this fund was Ron Sekura.

In September 2003, the Drayton Valley Oilmen’s Hockey Association held their first annual Hockey Tournament and established a fund with the DVCF. The initial amount
was $10,500, and now the tournament continues annually and gives back to the community each year.

This fund enhances the delivery and sustainability of projects in relation to the field of education on any level.

This fund assists in delivering funds to community projects, this broad-spectrum fund is channeled into many areas pertaining to our community, assisting the areas that are in the most need.

This fund serves Tomahawk and the surrounding areas.

This fund supports educational projects.

This fund supports local projects and helps enhance our community.

This fund was established to fund projects in international communities; Drayton Valley cares about all areas of the world and does their part.

In November 2003, a sister and friends of Mark Wanagas founded the Mark Wanagas Scholarship Fund. Mark was an avid basketball teacher and player, and interest from this fund goes toward supporting his program. 

This fund was developed to ensure that no children in Drayton Valley goes without a magical holiday season. The funds main purpose is to ensure all families with children have access to a warm meal for Christmas.

This fund supports Frank Maddock High School sports teams.

This fund will be used to provide financial assistance to Elevated Experience Camping Society and other qualified donee’s.

The Patricia Jeffery Resilience Award is an award presented annually to a Drayton Valley Outreach School (DVCOS) student who has successfully overcome significant adversity or significant challenges during their journey of earning a high school diploma. This award is provided to the chosen student to provide financial support for their future endeavors and will be presented by the principal or staff of DVCOS.

Patricia Jeffery is a teacher and school administrator who retired in 2016 after 40 years in education. The award is named after her because of the determination and resilience she herself demonstrated after returning to work following major surgeries to remove a benign brain tumor in 2013. For two years after this, Patricia worked as the principal for DVCOS, determined to establish a school that would provide a valuable option for students who found education challenging. The school continues to be successful today and follows the principles “Pat” put in place.

A fund that aims to grow and support Drayton Valley/ Brazeau County’s environmental sector both by giving to environmental programs and supporting our own.

Initially established in 2014, this fund’s goal is to support the community through grants to various community groups and organizations.

A fund aimed at supporting programs and organizations in town that are dedicated to helping those individuals who are homeless, struggling with addiction, and working toward recovery.

The Drayton Valley Hospitality & Tourism Authority (DVHTA) was formed to promote tourism and destination travel to the Drayton Valley region. The DVHTA fund was set up to assist DVCF and our community in promoting the region through marketing and event promotion.

This fund is aimed at supporting organizations and community groups that aid in sheltering and caring for homeless animals and protecting and rehabilitating abused animals. “Animals” can range from anything that has fur, scales, skin, shells, or feathers.

This fund supports youth nature education, stewardship initiatives, and capital projects for Drayton Valley/Brazeau County’s provincial recreation areas.

The Mulligan family established The Jennifer Mulligan Fund in November 1999, in memory of their daughter. It helps students requiring academic assistance—Jennifer’s memory lives on by “Helping the Youth of Tomorrow.”

Amy was an active member of the community when she was suddenly stricken with cancer. The Blais Family established this fund in her memory in November 1996, with the interest being forwarded to the Cross Cancer Research. Amy was a community inspiration, and her memory lives on.

Kathleen Meraw established The Dean Meraw fund, as a legacy and tribute to her husband. He worked in the oilfield and was a owner of Meraw & McGee Well Servicing. Dean had an interest in education, and was one of the founders of the St. Anthony Catholic School. Serving on the Board for over 18 years, he was a family man who knew the importance of educating his children.

In June 2002, one of our staunch community members passed away. Immediately, the family created a fund with the DVCF. The family hopes to eventually create a scholarship for local students to pursue a career in heavy-duty mechanics.

In November 2003, a sister and friends of Mark Wanagas founded the Mark Wanagas Scholarship Fund. Mark was an avid basketball teacher and player, and interest from this fund goes toward supporting his program.

A fund established in 2009 in memory of Rob Feddema Sr.

The Gage Bogart Fund was established by his family to fundraise for a memorial statue that now stands at the 4-S Skate park. The rest of the funds assisted in creating an endowment fund that will give for generations to come. 

Established in memory of Lindsay and James Gray, this fund supports the village of Lushoto in Africa, to support the Irente Orphanage. The orphanage also provided a lasting gift: naming the building that was built with these funds Lindsay’s House.

Gerardes and Paulina Broks were staples in the Breton and Winfield Community. Having immigrated to Canada from Holland in 1949, they were proud Canadian Citizens who took great pride in their new country. They were hard-working farmers who were always willing to help a neighbor. Their house was always filled with laughter from their 8 children and 29 grandchildren, and various friends that came to visit. This fund will be used to give back to the Breton and Winfield communities; the place they called home.

This memorial fund was established to honour the legacy of a valued community member, John Mackenzie. This is a donor-advised fund.
  

This fund has been created to honor Angie’s keen interest in lending a hand to young people. It came naturally to Angie to give and help without judgment. Her house and her dinner table were readily available to the youth of her community unconditionally. Local teens and persons under 25 are encouraged to submit proposals for programs, projects, and other activities that support mental health. Proposals will be awarded funding on merit and feasibility.