Looking for your next great listen? All five episodes of Community by Design: Exploring Social Infrastructure in Waterloo Region are now available 🎧
🎧 Listen here: https://communitybydesign.transistor.fm/
#CommunityByDesign #Podcast #SocialInfrastructure #WaterlooRegion
Learn about the impact libraries are having on our communities’ social infrastructure in Waterloo Region's 2025 Vital Signs® Report: https://www.wrcf.ca/s/WRCF-2025-Waterloo-Region-Vital-Signs-Report-FINAL.pdf
Learn more about Waterloo Region’s Vital Signs®: https://www.wrcf.ca/vital-signs
Join @kwartgallery for Culture Talks: Art, Architecture, the Public Realm and Social Infrastructure with Calvin Brook from Brook Mcllroy Architects
Register here: https://kwag.ca/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1045
WRCF is pleased to be supporting this event.
WRCF is accepting applications for Arts Grants, Community Grants, and Racial Equity Grants.
🟡 Applications close on March 30, 2026.
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.wrcf.ca/news/si-grant-streams-2026
Nominations are open for the 2026 WRCF Community Awards!
To learn more and submit your nominations before April 15, 2026, visit https://www.wrcf.ca/award-nominations
Are you someone from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who is Black, Indigenous, or Racialized? Looking for a space that's designed just for you?
Come out to the QRIB Hangouts, a series of events offered at Willow River Centre
Reserve a spot in advance here: bit.ly/QRIBHangouts2026
Are you passionate about inspiring philanthropy that strengthens our communities? D
If so, WRCF is looking for you to join our team as our Philanthropy Advisor. Learn more about: https://www.wrcf.ca/news/philanthropy-advisor-job-posting
We are currently accepting applications for our Community Grants.
Approximately $700,000 is available to organizations that are focused on initiatives linked to improving social infrastructure.
For more information on eligibility and to apply, visit https://www.wrcf.ca/communitygrants
Whether you’re a lawyer, financial advisor, accountant, or life insurance professional, partnering with WRCF can be a great way to help your clients set out the perfect philanthropic plan.
Here are some resources to help you and your clients: https://www.wrcf.ca/professional-advisors
Have you heard? We are currently accepting applications for our Arts Grants.
In 2026, approximately $200,000 will be distributed to nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Waterloo Region.
For more information on eligibility and to apply, visit: https://www.wrcf.ca/artsgrants
Join Waterloo Region Age-Friendly Network for the next Pathways to Aging online workshop.
📅 Thurs. March 12th | 9:30-10:30 am
Register here: https://kitchener-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/TTCAdn8AR5e_oUTfJRYiFQ
WRCF is currently hiring for the newly created role of Philanthropy Advisor.
Visit https://www.wrcf.ca/news/philanthropy-advisor-job-posting for more information.
All five Episodes for Community by Design: Exploring Social Infrastructure in Waterloo Region are now available.
🎧 Listen now: https://communitybydesign.transistor.fm/
#CommunityByDesign #Podcast #SocialInfrastructure #WaterlooRegion
We are currently accepting applications for our Racial Equity Grants.
For more information on eligibility and to apply, visit https://www.wrcf.ca/racialequity
Improving access to parks, community centres, gyms, and trails increases physical activity, especially when infrastructure is paired with engaging programming.
Read Waterloo Region's 2025 Vital Signs® Report for more information: https://www.wrcf.ca/vital-signs
Trying to promote a local Waterloo Region event? We can help! Send the details to dani@wrcf.ca, and we'll spread the word.
#WRAwesome #Events
Annually, WRCF distributes Arts Grants, Community Grants, and Racial Equity Grants. In 2026, all 3 grant streams will be focused on strengthening social infrastructure across Waterloo Region.
🔗 Learn more & apply: https://www.wrcf.ca/news/si-grant-streams-2026
Are you looking for a local space to host your event or meeting?
GatherWR is an innovative AI-driven tool that provides a simple way to discover places and spaces to come together in Waterloo Region.
Visit https://www.gatherwr.ca/ and find the perfect location for what you need.
We launched a new podcast series with Midtown Radio KW 🎙️
Listen to “Community by Design: Exploring Social Infrastructure in Waterloo Region” at https://communitybydesign.transistor.fm/
#CommunityByDesign #Podcast #SocialInfrastructure #WaterlooRegion
Join Conestoga College & Be-Dah-Bin Gamik on March 21, 2026, at the Doon Campus Recreation Centre for their 16th Annual Traditional Pow Wow.
RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1411428604055355/?rdid=ZVZWsKK0egEZ2G6h&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F17bcAgddS3#
Did you know? Despite the loss of local media across Canada, Waterloo Region has retained a diverse media ecosystem.
Read more about the importance of local media in Waterloo Region's 2025 Vital Signs® Report: https://www.wrcf.ca/s/WRCF-2025-Waterloo-Region-Vital-Signs-Report-FINAL.pdf
The Registry Theatre in partnership with the IBPOC Artists Touring Network: From Words to Action presents: KasheDance and Kala Collective ft. Shalaka Jadhav and Kate Kamo McHugh.
Get tickets here: https://mailchi.mp/1e11cc1549ac/dance-the-registry-from-words-to-action
Today is the last day to submit your photos that highlight social infrastructure in our region! 📷
➡️ Submit now: https://www.wrcf.ca/community-photos-2026
#WaterlooRegion #Local #Photos #SocialInfrastructure
We offer a variety of fund types for you to choose from, depending on your philanthropic interests and the level of involvement you want in annual granting decisions.
For more information on the types of funds we have, visit https://www.wrcf.ca/types-of-funds.
!! Call for community photos closes this week !!
Wednesday is the last day to submit your local photos showcasing social infrastructure in Waterloo Region. Learn more and submit your photos: https://www.wrcf.ca/community-photos-2026
#WaterlooRegion #Local #Photos #SocialInfrastructure
We are now accepting applications to our Arts Grants.
In 2026, approximately $200,000 will be distributed to nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Waterloo Region.
For more information on eligibility and to apply, visit: https://www.wrcf.ca/artsgrants
We are now accepting applications to our Racial Equity Grants.
There is approx $250,000 available for organizations that are led-by and serve people across Waterloo Region who are Indigenous, Black and people of colour.
For more information and to apply, visit www.wrcf.ca/racialequity
We are now accepting applications for our Community Grants.
Approximately $700,000 is available to organizations that are focused on initiatives linked to improving social infrastructure.
For more information on eligibility and to apply, visit www.wrcf.ca/communitygrants.
WRCF can help by working with you and your advisors on the impact you want to make through your estate. Learn more at https://www.wrcf.ca/estate-planning or contact Dan Robert at dan@wrcf.ca or 519-725-1806
Join Rhythmn and Blues Cambridge during Black History Month for a day of connection, reflection, and celebration of the community’s strength and vision.
Reserve your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bhm-2026-building-forward-together-tickets-1980479711129?aff=oddtdtcreator
