Established in 2014, PEP was developed in response to a growing community need as part of the Seniors Strategy of Ontario’s Action Plan for Health Care. PEP's day program provides a therapy-centered approach to care.
We are delighted to announce the Lanark County recipients of the Community Service Recovery Fund grants, part of a federal government funding initiative.
Big Brothers Big Sisters is in its 50th year in Lanark County. This versatile agency has grown and evolved over its half a century in the County.
There is no permanently-funded palliative care program or hospice in the Perth area. In response to this information, PDCF co-hosted a Vital Conversation with The Hospice Hub.
Each year, the Perth and District Community Foundation administers over $14,000 in scholarships and bursaries. Congratulations to all the students who graduated this spring!
On Monday June 5th, PDCF co-hosted a Vital Conversation with Building Lanark Affordable Housing (BLAH!), which is organized through The Table Community Food Centre. About 30 people gathered at St Paul’s United Church to hear about options that can make housing more accessible and community-focused.
PDCF Strategic Plan 2023-2026 The Perth and District Community Foundation has published their strategic plan for the next three years (2023-2026). The three main areas of focus are community building, fund development and granting for impact. Download the four-page document here to read more about the foundation and its purpose, guiding values and [...]
It was standing room only for the launch of our 2023 Vital Signs Report. Over 50 people turned up at the Perth and District Union Library on April 4 to hear about the health of their community. Our report provides a snapshot of the well-being of Lanark County using data from the 2021 Statistics [...]
The Government of Canada recently launched the Community Services Recovery Fund (CSRF) to respond to the adaptation and modernization needs of charities and non-profits facing immediate and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic as they continue to support communities across Canada. The Fund will be delivered through three National Funders - Community Foundations of [...]
As part of our commitment to Reconciliation, PDCF is investing in the future of Indigenous youth by launching the PDCF Indigenous Youth Award. This Award will grant $4,000 to an Indigenous youth who is pursuing studies after high school. Preference will be given to youth who live in Lanark County.Through our partnership with Indspire, [...]
