SCF Emergency Response Fund for Wildfire Relief
Support local communities affected by the Bush Creek East wildfire in North Shuswap.
The SCF Emergency Response Fund is a dedicated fundraising campaign to support the communities affected by the Bush Creek East wildfire in North Shuswap. This initiative will provide assistance to community-based organizations during this time of crisis, helping the community recover and rebuild in the face of this disaster.
The Bush Creek East wildfire has caused widespread devastation, displacing families, damaging homes, and disrupting lives. Recognizing the need for coordinated support, the Shuswap Community Foundation has initiated this fund to provide aid where it matters most.
The fund focuses on aiding community organizations in addressing the more prolonged needs of disaster-affected areas in our home region of the Shuswap, such as sustained food security and shelter, as well as community recovery.
SASCU Will Match up to $25,000 in Donations
SASCU has committed up to $25,000 to match donations made to the SCF Emergency Response Fund.
The Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union (SASCU) has partnered with Shuswap Community Foundation and dedicated $25,000 to match donations made to the Emergency Response Fund through a dedicated account. Double the value of your donation!
- You donate
- SASCU doubles your donation
- Together we rebuild the Shuswap
“In times like these, community is what holds us together. The work will continue after the wildfires being fought today are extinguished. Join us in the effort toward recovery right here at home.”
How to Donate
Donations can be made by e-transfer, cheque, in person at any SASCU branch, or online through CanadaHelps.
All donations made to Shuswap Community Foundation’s Emergency Response Fund will go directly to communities affected by the Bush Creek East wildfire in North Shuswap.
Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union has dedicated $25,000 to match donations made to the fund by e-transfer, cheque, or in person at any SASCU branch.*
Receipts eligible for taxation purposes can be provided.
e-Transfer
The simplest (and preferred) way to donate is by sending e-transfer to:
Recipient: info@shuswapfoundation.ca
Memo: SCF Emergency Response Fund
A security question is not required (funds will be auto-deposited).
Send a Cheque
Donations may be made by sending a cheque to:
Shuswap Community Foundation
102 – 160 Harbourfront Drive NE
Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N7
Canada
Cheques should be payable to “Shuswap Community Foundation“ and include “SCF Emergency Response Fund” in the memo field.
Visit a SASCU Branch
You can make a donation to the “SCF Emergency Response Fund” account at any Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union (SASCU) branch.
Receipts for taxation purposes can be provided by taking your deposit receipt to the Shuswap Community Foundation office or emailing a copy to info@shuswapfoundation.ca.
CanadaHelps*
Donations can be made securely and conveniently through the CanadaHelps online platform.
*Donations made through the CanadaHelps online platform cannot be matched by SASCU. A 3.5% administration fee is charged by CanadaHelps.
