DEEP RIVER AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Giving Back
Building a Strong Community
For today and for generations to come
A Trusted Legacy of Giving Back to Our Community
With donor support, the foundation has given back over $81,000 in 2025.
Since 2002, we have distributed over $900,000 in community support, while growing the assets we steward to over $2.2 Million.
DRDCF 2025 Fall Grant Recipients
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2025 Fall Grants
DRDCF MHS Reunion Award Fund 108
Now, here is the challenge. Are you (or do you know) an MHS Alumni who graduated from Grade 11 in 1974, Grade 12 in 1975 or Grade 13 in 1976? If so, contact Cathy Kyle at catherinekyle81@gmail.com for information on how to organize a 2026 50th Reunion.
MHS Reunion Award Fund - Established in 2012 by the MHS Reunion Committee. The Bursary is for Mackenzie Community School students entering post-secondary education. Provided through MHS at graduation.
Mackenzie High School Reunions Contribute to DRDCF
Mackenzie High School (MHS) Alumni held 50th Anniversary Reunions in August of 2024 and 2025.
Thank You from the Scientists in School
The Scientists in School thank Deep River and Area Community Foundation for the grant they received in the fall of 2024 for local school programs.
24-019 - Scientists in School - Equitable STEM Enrichment Program - 12 Science Workshops (10 in class + 2 in community settings) for local schools- $4,000 (Education Category) made possible thanks to the Thomas “Tucker” Tennant Memorial Fund $894.87 and the Milton Family Fund $3,105.13
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The Deep River and District Community Foundation & the Weesoe Community Communication Technologies (WCCT)
Announce the Creation of the WCCT Health Care Fund #133 which has been created as part of WCCT’s commitment to contribute 10% of annual revenue to support area health care.
We are actively seeking individuals interested in contributing to the community and supporting many organizations in our community. Your opportunity to make a significant impact awaits at the Deep River & District Community Foundation.
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For more than two decades, the Deep River & District Community Foundation has been instrumental in serving our community by providing grants.
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This is a unique chance to utilize your skills and talents to contribute to our board and committees.
Contact us at info@drdcf.ca
Learn more about us at www.drdcf.ca.
Let's give back to the community together!
Consider donating to our new Community Emergency Fund
Empowering Community Service Organizations to respond swiftly and effectively to significant events and emergencies outside the scope of established insurance and social safety nets.
Let's come together now so we can lend a helping hand when our community needs it most.
Thank you for being a vital part of our community.
2002-2022 Celebrating our History
Learn more about the Deep River and District Community Foundations History...the people, the funds, the grants, the achievements...
Every dollar donated counts towards the continued well-being of our community.
Your contribution is part of that lasting legacy.
Who receives grants?
We support the registered charities in our area, to allow them to do the work that is needed in the community
How does it work?
Very simply. Donations made to the Foundation are invested in a professionally managed portfolio of fixed income and equities. Then, the yearly earnings from these investments are returned to our community in the form of grants to qualifying recipients every year. Almost all the capital from donations remains invested in perpetuity to keep generating earnings.
Why Donate?
To make a difference and give back to the community by enhancing the quality of life for people who live in the Deep River, Laurentian Hills, Head, Clara and Maria, and Rapides des Joachim area.
Who Donates?
People who care about our community: individuals, families, current and former residents, and organizations
Who volunteers?
Interested in joining the cause? See what you can do to make a difference in your community.
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