Perth and District Community Foundation

Looking for support? The Perth & District Union Public Library maintains a Community Resources Directory with information about local services and supports, including mental health, counselling, youth and family supports, housing, food security, taxes, crisis services and other community resources. Visit https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/community-resources/

Ongoing court proceedings related to the death of 15-year-old Reese Stanzel may continue to be difficult and upsetting for many members of the community. The judge is expected to deliver his sentencing decision in late August.

Experiencing feelings of sadness, grief, anger, anxiety, confusion or renewed feelings of loss is normal. It is important for community members to care for themselves and one another. Young people may benefit from opportunities to talk about their feelings with trusted adults and supportive peers.

Looking for support? The Perth & District Union Public Library maintains a Community Resources Directory with information about local services and supports, including mental health, counselling, youth and family supports, housing, food security, taxes, crisis services and other community resources. Visit https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/community-resources/

As the court process continues, please be thoughtful about what you share, post or respond to on social media in order to prevent further harm. Take time to pause, think and evaluate whether your words will be helpful to those grieving this profound loss.

For more information, visit https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/community-safety-working-group-encourages-community-members-to-access-support/

Ongoing court proceedings related to the death of 15-year-old Reese Stanzel may continue to be difficult and upsetting for many members of the community. The judge is expected to deliver his sentencing decision in late August.

Experiencing feelings of sadness, grief, anger, anxiety, confusion or renewed feelings of loss is normal. It is important for community members to care for themselves and one another. Young people may benefit from opportunities to talk about their feelings with trusted adults and supportive peers.

Looking for support? The Perth & District Union Public Library maintains a Community Resources Directory with information about local services and supports, including mental health, counselling, youth and family supports, housing, food security, taxes, crisis services and other community resources. Visit https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/community-resources/

As the court process continues, please be thoughtful about what you share, post or respond to on social media in order to prevent further harm. Take time to pause, think and evaluate whether your words will be helpful to those grieving this profound loss.

For more information, visit https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/community-safety-working-group-encourages-community-members-to-access-support/

Local Grade 8 students will learn about the importance of respecting and conserving fresh water sources through a program developed by Perth-based Watersheds Canada.

PDCF Community Grants are supported by the PDCF Community Granting Fund. Consider making a donation today at www.pdcf.ca/donate. Learn more about all our 2026 grant recipients by visiting out website at www.pdcf.ca/2026-community-grant-recipients/

Our summer newsletter is out now! In this season's edition:

🌻2026 PDCF Scholarship & Bursary award winners
🌻Featured donor Amber Percival shares what community means to her
🌻Save the date for a Together for Justice community event in October
🌻Updates from some of our grantees... and more!

Read in online at www.pdcf.ca/newsletter and sign up to receive the fall newsletter direct in your inbox!

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YAK Youth Services exists to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for young people in Perth and the surrounding area. They help youth build confidence, develop life skills, and connect with caring mentors and peers through after-school programs, meals, recreational activities, and leadership opportunities. PDCF is proud to help support the organization's operational costs with this two-year grant.

PDCF Community Grants are supported by the PDCF Community Granting Fund. Consider making a donation today at www.pdcf.ca/donate. Learn more about all our 2026 grant recipients by visiting out website at www.pdcf.ca/2026-community-grant-recipients/

Support is urgently needed for communities across Northwestern Ontario.

The Thunder Bay Community Foundation and United Way of Thunder Bay have launched the Northwestern Ontario Wildfire Community Support Fund to help address immediate needs and support recovery in the months and years ahead.

Every contribution makes a difference, helping strengthen the organizations that are there to support individuals, families and communities across Northwestern Ontario.

🧡 Learn more here: https://ow.ly/LsrL50ZrsEr, and make a donation:https://ow.ly/JxSu50ZrsEq

The Lanark Highlands Public Library received a grant to run hands-on activity-based programming for children ages 2-10. The library's "Little Builders" will explore construction, carpentry, masonry, electrical work, plumbing and engineering concepts in a safe, child-friendly environment. The programs will encourage creativity, exploration, problem-solving and teamwork.

PDCF Community Grants are supported by the PDCF Community Granting Fund. Consider making a donation today at www.pdcf.ca/donate. Learn more about all our 2026 grant recipients by visiting out website at www.pdcf.ca/2026-community-grant-recipients/