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A Legacy of Love, Family and Community

Born in Chase, British Columbia, to Jacob and Susan Luoma, Alli Miriam Graham (née Luoma) lived a life rooted in family, community, and caring for others. Over the course of a remarkable century, she touched countless lives through her kindness, generosity, and unwavering devotion to those around her.

Alli was the heart of a large and growing family whose branches now extend across multiple generations. As a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, she created a legacy built on love, resilience, and strong family values. Her home was a gathering place where family and friends were welcomed with warmth, laughter, and exceptional hospitality.

Known for her ever-present smile, quick wit, and caring nature, Alli had a unique ability to make people feel valued and appreciated. She formed lifelong friendships throughout her hundred years and leaves behind a legacy of compassion that continues to inspire those who knew her.

A passionate gardener, Alli found joy in nurturing beauty and growth. She also held a special affection for animals and cared deeply for their well-being throughout her life. Her appreciation for nature, community, and simple acts of kindness reflected the values she carried every day.

The Alli Miriam Graham Memorial Fund was established to honour and celebrate Alli’s extraordinary life and the values she embodied. Through this fund, her legacy of generosity and community spirit will continue to make a meaningful difference for future generations.

Annual grants from the fund will support charitable initiatives within the Shuswap region, helping strengthen the community that Alli called home for so many years. In this way, her memory lives on—not only through her family and friends, but through lasting contributions that enrich the lives of others.

The fund stands as a tribute to a woman whose century of life was defined by love, service, and a deep commitment to the people and community she cherished.

 Alli Graham
 Alli Graham

A Legacy of Love, Family and Community

Born in Chase, British Columbia, to Jacob and Susan Luoma, Alli Miriam Graham (née Luoma) lived a life rooted in family, community, and caring for others. Over the course of a remarkable century, she touched countless lives through her kindness, generosity, and unwavering devotion to those around her.

Alli was the heart of a large and growing family whose branches now extend across multiple generations. As a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, she created a legacy built on love, resilience, and strong family values. Her home was a gathering place where family and friends were welcomed with warmth, laughter, and exceptional hospitality.

Known for her ever-present smile, quick wit, and caring nature, Alli had a unique ability to make people feel valued and appreciated. She formed lifelong friendships throughout her hundred years and leaves behind a legacy of compassion that continues to inspire those who knew her.

A passionate gardener, Alli found joy in nurturing beauty and growth. She also held a special affection for animals and cared deeply for their well-being throughout her life. Her appreciation for nature, community, and simple acts of kindness reflected the values she carried every day.

The Alli Miriam Graham Memorial Fund was established to honour and celebrate Alli’s extraordinary life and the values she embodied. Through this fund, her legacy of generosity and community spirit will continue to make a meaningful difference for future generations.

Annual grants from the fund will support charitable initiatives within the Shuswap region, helping strengthen the community that Alli called home for so many years. In this way, her memory lives on—not only through her family and friends, but through lasting contributions that enrich the lives of others.

The fund stands as a tribute to a woman whose century of life was defined by love, service, and a deep commitment to the people and community she cherished.

Donate to this fund

Donations to this fund can be made by e-transfer (preferred), by cheque, donated securities, in person at any SASCU branch, through a gift of securities, or online through CanadaHelps.

The simplest way to donate to this fund is by sending e-transfer to:

Recipient: info@shuswapfoundation.ca
Add a memo to your e-transfer naming the specific fund you are donating to.

Include your address and full name for a tax receipt. A security question is not required (funds will be auto-deposited).

Send a cheque to:

Shuswap Community Foundation
102 – 160 Harbourfront Drive NE
Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 3M3
Canada

Cheques should be payable to “Shuswap Community Foundation“ and include the fund name in the memo field.

You can make a donation to this fund through Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union (SASCU). Simply visit any branch and ask to donate to Shuswap Community Foundation, along with the specific fund name.


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Receipts for taxation purposes can be provided by emailing a copy of your deposit receipt to info@shuswapfoundation.ca.

A gift of publicly traded securities can be an attractive option. The Income Tax Act provides that capital gains on securities donated to a charity are exempt from tax, but the donor will receive a tax receipt for the full appreciated value. You will receive a tax receipt for the value of the stock at the time of transfer, and may carry forward for up to five years any unused portions of the gift.

Please talk to your professional adviser or broker to make stock transfers easily. You may download the Share Transfers Form for when you meet with your broker.

Learn more about the Benefits of Donating Securities or contact us by email at info@shuswapfoundation.ca or phone 250-832-5428 for more information.

Donations to this fund can be made securely and conveniently through the CanadaHelps online platform.

Be sure to select the correct fund from the “Fund” field (near the top of the form).


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