The First West Foundation, through its Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU Community Endowment, is so proud to send out just over $30K to five Enderby charities in the local community. Funds will directly support programs or initiatives that contribute to building resilient and resourceful communities. Check out the successful organizations here: http://bit.ly/2IT8ymZ

#SimpleGenerosity is back! What first began as our way of recognizing local volunteers, non-profits and charities in honour of Canada 150 is blossoming for 2018. We were so inspired by your amazing stories that we will continue to spread Simple Generosity in our communities and celebrate the outstanding contributions from dedicated volunteers.

Throughout 2018, we’re selecting 52 individuals or teams of volunteers who are devoted to developing positive and vibrant communities. Those chosen can then donate $1,000 to the non-profit of their choice.

Know a volunteer doing good in your community? Nominate them on Do Some Good today!

To nominate a volunteer in the Lower Mainland; http://bit.ly/2oKJmET

To nominate a volunteer in the Thompson, Okanagan, Similkameen valleys; http://bit.ly/2ouTm67

To nominate a volunteer in Enderby; http://bit.ly/2oIy1IZ

To nominate a volunteer on Vancouver Island; http://bit.ly/2pAy0bA

Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union Island Savings a division of First West Credit Union Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU

Calling all Okanagan non-profits! We are currently accepting expressions of interest for the Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union and Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU community grants. Could you or an organization you know use some help? Learn more and submit your EOI now; http://bit.ly/2BeQ8cf

Do you have a connection to a great charity that could use our help? Tell your friends and spread the word that we are looking for charities in the communities where Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union, Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union and Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU operates. For more information on the grants and to submit an expression of interest, please visit http://bit.ly/2BeQ8cf

Congratulations to our recent #SimpleGenerosity recipient from Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU, Tanji Woloshyn! She’s donating $1,500 to the Enderby Spray Park initiative. Tanji has lived in Enderby her entire life and has been an avid volunteer in the community for over 10 years. Tanji participated on The Success by 6 committee, working to ensure children develop the skills they need before they begin kindergarten. She joined the Food Action Committee for Today and became a part of the Harvest Hut group– connecting farmers and gardeners who have an abundance of fresh food to people in need in the community. As the program continues to grow, Harvest Hut is now working to create a bigger building to house the food and make space for a community garden. Tanji’s efforts don’t stop there, she has helped the Food Action Committee take over the operations of Feed Enderby & District Food bank, and ensuring food is readily available in the community. Thank you for inspiring us, Tanji!

Know a volunteer doing good work in your community? Nominate them on Volinspire today: http://bit.ly/2oIy1IZ #Canada150

Congratulations to our recent #SimpleGenerosity recipients from Enderby & District Financial, a division of First West CU, Dolores Whitfield, Jean Witherly and Sheila Forster! The trio is donating $1,500 to Enderby & District Community Resource Centre. Dolores, Jean and Sheila are faithful volunteers for the Centre and the programs, events and fundraisers they offer. Their long term dedication and commitment is amazing and they all share a vision for a healthier community. They love to see young families supported, nurtured and engaged in fun, healthy activities. From child minding, fundraisers, grant applications, community events, and donation seeking, there isn’t much that these ladies’ helping hands don’t provide support with at the Centre. Thank you for inspiring us!

Know a volunteer doing good work in your community? Nominate them on Volinspire today: http://bit.ly/2oIy1IZ #Canada150