Posted:
May 18, 2021
Over $50k granted as CFKR grows endowment funds
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) has recently completed its largest ever annual granting program, allocating a total of $53,300.19 to 41 community projects/initiatives.
In addition, a total of $32,730.77 has been re-invested in the principals of 17 endowment funds, to grow future granting.
“The Community Foundation is thrilled to support the excellent work of these local non-profit organizations that contribute so much to each of our communities, especially during the current pandemic,” stated Lynnette Wray, CFKR Executive Director.
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) provided 2021 grants to a wide range of community projects and programs. All grant applications were reviewed by CFKR’s local volunteer committees, with granting decisions ratified by the CFKR Board.
Posted:
March 5, 2021
Obituary of Donald Pierre Rivers
1944 – 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Don Rivers announces his passing on February 23, 2021 in Cranbrook, B.C.
Don was born in Vancouver on November 21, 1944 and spent his early childhood between Sooke and Salmon Arm. He moved to Nelson when he was eleven and grew up with the mountains and lakes around him. After graduating L.V. Rogers Secondary School, he first attended UBC, then graduated University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Arts degree along with his professional certificate of teaching. Don then completed a Master of Education in Teaching in 1981. Don began his teaching career in Cranbrook where he met his wife, Candy and here they raised their family. Don taught at Central Elementary, then Parkland Jr. High, moving on to Mount Baker High School where his long-standing passion for teaching English Literature was realized. For many students, Mr. Rivers was a favourite teacher. He had a ge