Eight local organizations received grant funding totalling nearly $48,000 through the Vision Credit Union’s Helping Hand Grant process for 2024-25.
Among those who received funding are: Valley Ski Hill-Alliance, Society of Friends of Daysland School Council, Hardisty Toddlers Inn Playschool, Killam Lions Club, Flagstaff Food Bank, FIRST, Sedgewick Playschool, and the Lougheed Ag. Society.
Also receiving funding were Amisk School, Hughenden Golden Circle Society, and Czar Ag. Society.
These organizations are among 40 grant recipients selected from across Alberta.
Vision Credit Union awarded a total of more than $250,000 to support capital projects that enhance rural communities in our branch network.
The grants provide up to $10,000 per project, helping community groups improve facilities, purchase essential equipment, and expand their impact.
“The Helping Hand Grant program is a testament to the strength of rural Alberta,” said Steve Friend, CEO of Vision Credit Union.
“These organizations do incredible work to support their communities, and we’re proud to give back in a way that helps them continue making a difference.”
Grant applications are evaluated based on their benefit to people and the broader community, with selections made by a committee of Vision Credit Union’s leadership.
Since launching the program in 2023, Vision Credit Union has awarded over $630,000 in Helping Hand Grants, reinforcing its commitment to rural Alberta’s growth and success.
The successful organizations are in the process of meeting with their local branches to have an official photo taken with local Vision Credit Union staff.
Leslie Cholowsky
Editor