Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 94 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.
In the local area projects receiving funding include; $10,000 Churchbridge Arena Board to replace lobby windows, $15,000 Buchanan Skating Rink to improve the ice surface and interior flooring in rink, and $10,000 Foam Lake Community Theatre to re-insulate the roof of the theatre
“The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is another opportunity for us to partner with community organizations that are building for today while keeping future generations in mind,” said Sophie Perreault, FCC executive vice-president and chief operating officer. “I am extremely gratified that more than 80 per cent of the projects this year are energy-efficient or focused on waste reduction, so we are making big strides without leaving deep footprints.”
This year, the FCC AgriSpirit Fund awarded between $5,000 and $25,000 for community improvement projectsthat enhance the lives of residents or contribute to sustainability in communities. Examples include equipment purchase and installation, energy efficient building improvements and repairs, and the purchase of rescue and fire equipment.
Over the past 16 years, the FCC AgriSpirit Fund has supported 1,263 projects, an investment of more than $15 million.
The next application period opens March 1, 2020. Registered charities, municipalities and non-profit organizations interested in funding can visit www.fccagrispiritfund.cafor eligibility requirements, to apply online and view past projects.
