Non-profits in the Sea to Sky are once again getting a boost thanks to the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation (WBF).
The WBF announced its on July 7.
Topping the list was the Squamish Search and Rescue Society, which received $75,000 to help fund the steel framework for its new facility. The structure will house rescue equipment and vehicles and serve as a communications hub for coordinating complex operations and tasks.
The Whistler Community Services Society was awarded $60,000 to support food security and community outreach services programs supporting Whistler's most vulnerable.
The Whistler Search and Rescue Society, meanwhile, received $50,000 to help with the purchase of a new side-by-side Utility Terrain Vehicle, allowing for effective search and rescue operations in remote areas with varied and steep terrain, while Whistler Secondary School also received $50,000 to support the school's planned fitness and training centre.
Pemberton Search and Rescue was awarded $41,000 to support the acquisition of a Remotely Piloted Aerial System—a robust, portable drone designed for public safety operations, equipped with advanced capabilities to support both operational tasks and training.
A grant of $30,000 went to PearlSpace Support Services Society to help fund its Counselling Subsidy Program sessions, and another $30,000 was granted to to further establish its Sea to Sky chapter.
Several other groups were awarded grants of up to $25,000, including the Axemen Rugby Club; Junior Achievement of British Columbia; Pemberton BMX Society; Pemberton Off Road Cycling Association; Pemberton Youth Soccer Association; Signal Hill Elementary; Squamish Helping Hands Society; The Whistler Writing Society; Whistler Field Hockey Club; and the Whistler Independent Supported Housing Society.
“We are incredibly grateful to the many individuals and businesses whose continued support drives the success of our fundraising efforts. The commitment we see year after year is truly inspiring," said WBF executive director Mei Madden, in a release. "We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Whistler Blackcomb and Vail Resorts EpicPromise, TELUS, and the Fairmont Chateau Whistler for their very generous and ongoing support of our mission. We remain dedicated to funding organizations that make a lasting impact in our community, and it is deeply rewarding to help these groups continue their vital work.”
The WBF's next big fundraiser, the , is set for Sept. 5 at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club.
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