Community is Everything
Here at Kootenay Savings we’re proud to be putting our money where our communities are!
Looking for sponsorships over $1000? Visit our Community Foundation page to learn more.
Sponsorships & Donations
If your organization needs a helping hand with financial support or prizes for your upcoming community event or initiative, let us know a bit about your group and what you're planning. For larger funding requests over $1000, be sure to check out the information on how to apply to the Kootenay Savings Community Foundation. We're excited to hear about your project and/or event and to make a positive impact together!
Note: Funding applications for research, surveys, studies, salaries, wages, or employee benefits will not be entertained.
Apply for Funding
We’ve partnered with the Canadian-owned Good Companies and proudly use their easy-to-navigate and secure Do Some Good platform for our foundation applications.Application Instructions
Education & Leadership Awards
We are dedicated to supporting education and personal growth! Each year, we provide sponsorships and awards to high school students, post-secondary students, and those pursuing further education to help them access the opportunities they deserve. Additionally, we honor six Community Champs for their outstanding volunteer work and positive contributions to their communities!
Community Champs Awards
Are you a Grade 12 or post-secondary student in the Kootenay area who loves giving back to your community? We want to hear from you! Whether you're volunteering, working with community groups, or mentoring peers or younger students, tell us your story. You could be awarded $2,000 for your education! Six awards will be granted this year, and one could be yours!
The Fine Print: Applications open now until May 23rd, 2025.
To learn more about our 2024 Champs click here!
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High School Bursaries
Every year, we proudly support local high school graduates by providing $1,500 bursaries to deserving students who plan on attending a post secondary institution. To be eligible for a KS Community Foundation Bursary, students or their parents must be members of Kootenay Savings. For more information on how to apply, visit your high school office.
Credit Union Foundation of BC Bursaries
We're excited to help BC students achieve their post-secondary education dreams through the Credit Union Foundation of BC Bursary Program! Apply today and get the support you need to fund your future.
YES Camp Sponsorships
YES Camp offers programs for 14-18 year olds. The goal is to expand leadership and team builing skills while connecting with youth from British Columbia.
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For over five decades it has been an honour to be part of our communities and we’re committed to being here for decades to come. Opening an account? Buying your first home? Saving for retirement? Choose your financial destination, and let’s make sure you take the best route.
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