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Welcome New Executive Director Fervone Goings
The Westlock Community Foundation (WCF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Fervone Goings as its new Executive Director, effective May 7, 2026. Goings brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across the nonprofit and post-secondary sectors, with a strong background in governance, community engagement, strategic planning, and organizational development. Most recently, she served…
Read MoreWestlock United Church Funds $100,000 Food Security Endowment
We’ve all felt the pinch at the grocery store checkout — food prices have risen dramatically over the past few years. For some, it’s meant being more thoughtful about meal planning or cutting back on treats. For others, it means going without; making a choice between eating or paying bills, or even keeping a roof…
Read MoreCapital Support for Tractor Museum
In February 2026, Westlock Community Foundation Board Chair Ralph Leriger (pictured above, at left) presented a $25,000 grant to Steven Miller, President of the Westlock & District Tractor Museum Foundation. This grant was fuelled by the Community Priorities Grant – Capital Stream, and exemplifies precisely what this grant stream is for. Miller stated: “We are…
Read MoreNow Available: 2024 Impact Almanac
We’re proud to share the release of our 2024 Impact Almanac-a reflection of the stories, numbers, and community spirit that shaped a powerful year of giving and growth at the Westlock Community Foundation. This year’s Almanac tells the story of how your generosity turned into real change-from hunger relief and heritage restoration to youth empowerment…
Read MoreCelebrating Community Impact: Meet the 2025 WCF Grant Recipients
At the Westlock Community Foundation, we believe in the power of local people and ideas to create lasting impact. That’s why we’re proud to announce the recipients of our 2025 Community Grants—12 exceptional projects, powered by local champions, that are making life better across our region. Together, these grants represent a community investment of more…
Read MorePlanting Seeds of Curiosity: The RF Staples Agriculture Program
In Westlock, the future of agriculture isn’t just being discussed in boardrooms or barns — it’s being shaped in the classrooms of RF Staples School. Supported by the Westlock Community Foundation’s Rural Resiliency Fund, the RF Staples Agriculture Program is giving junior high students a hands-on, eye-opening introduction to the vibrant world of agriculture that…
Read MoreBuilding for the Future: Revitalizing the Heart of Fawcett
Fawcett Community Hall and Arena In rural areas, community spaces are more than just buildings — they are where life happens. The Fawcett Agricultural Society (PACO) took significant strides in 2024 to restore, modernize, and reimagine the Fawcett Community Hall and Arena — ensuring these essential spaces remain vibrant and welcoming for generations to come.…
Read MoreSowing Innovation: How One Trial Could Reshape Farming in Westlock County
2024 Rural Resiliency: Gateway Research Organization What if the future of farming in Westlock could be both more sustainable and more profitable? That’s the question at the heart of the 2024 Innovative Cropping Trial, led by the Gateway Research Organization (GRO) and supported by the Westlock Community Foundation. GRO has long been committed to helping…
Read MoreImpact Story: Feeding Our Community
Meeting the Need, Week After Week The Westlock and District Food Bank has long been a steady presence in the region — offering reliable, respectful support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Through its ongoing Food Hamper Program, the Food Bank distributed over 1,600 hampers in 2024, reaching nearly 4,000 people, including 1,250 children…
Read MoreWestlock Community Foundation Launches 2025 Granting Season: Fuelling Community Change
As we step into a new year, the Westlock Community Foundation (WCF) is thrilled to announce the launch of our 2025 granting season! Our commitment to strengthening the community remains steadfast, and we are eager to support local initiatives that make a meaningful impact. Investing in Community-Led Solutions The Foundation exists to connect donors with…
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