In the News
September 17, 2024
Banff approves $41 million affordable housing development
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation donate $5 million to the Town of Banff for an affordable housing project at 50 Wolf Street, which will include community space on the ground floor.
July 12, 2024
Major Renovation of Banff Rotary Park moves forward
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation has committed $1,000,000 as a funding partner for this community-focused project. This financial support will help develop a fully inclusive playground that caters to users of all abilities, including those with limited or restricted movement.
May 30, 2024
Town of Banff to launch home support program for seniors
Mayor Corrie DiManno gave a heartfelt thanks to the Pauw Foundation for its ongoing generosity and compassion.
“What a beautiful gift to our community. This is going to make such a big difference in the lives of so many seniors and others who need the support for these non-medical chores and tasks and just need some company,” said an emotional DiManno, who was choking back tears.
May 13, 2024
Pauw Foundation’s True Sport Youth Fund grants $65,000 to 19 youth sport organizations in the Bow Valley
“Families in the Bow Valley are active and energetic, but they need more financial support than ever to play the sports they love,” said Cathy Geisler, Executive Director of the Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation.
May 6, 2024
Pauw Foundation renews partnership with Rocky Mountain Adaptive.
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation has renewed its ongoing partnership with Rocky Mountain Adaptive (RMA), donating $465,000 over the next three years to ensure sport and recreational opportunities are available to everyone.
April 23, 2024
Large donation helps YWCA Banff provide ‘array of programs and services’
A $1.25 million donation from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation to YWCA Banff highlights a new five-year partnership designed to enhance community well-being and provide vital social programs for the Bow Valley.
April 2, 2024
Canmore, Banff, Mînî Thnî students look ‘Through the Lens’
In association with the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies and a $35,000 donation from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation, it’s a full circle moment for two photographers with the revitalization of a 20-year-old high school film photography class.
March 14, 2024
Through the Lens Returns to Bow Valley
The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies and the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation have announced the return of the Through the Lens photography program to Alberta.
Former participants Nic Latulippe and Soloman Chiniquay have returned to lead the initiative.
December 13, 2023
Bow Valley-based foundation earns provincial education award
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation received the Alberta School Boards Association’s Friends of Education award, which recognizes individuals or organizations that show a commitment to improve the education of students in the province.
August 2, 2023
Grant to help 16 Bow Valley youth organizations
A grant of $41,500 will help 16 local youth clubs in the Bow Valley provide affordable and accessible athletics. The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation awarded organizations grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to help Bow Valley sports and recreation programs to aid young athletes.
July 12, 2023
Donation to aid homelessness society in Bow Valley
A $60,000 donation will go to support shelter space for the Homelessness Society of the Bow Valley.
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation made the donation to help with the society’s operations for the coming winter. It comes after the foundation previously made the same donation last year that helped the shelter space run from Dec. 15, 2022, to April 1, 2023.
June 9, 2023
$1 million donation
A $266,000 donation to Canadian Rockies Public Schools brings the total investment from the Wim and Nancy Pauw foundation to $1 million for the 2022-23 school year. The foundation previously donated $734,000 to the public school division.
Canadian Rockies Public Schools WimWE Program
For over 10 years, we have offered financial support to Canadian Rockies Public Schools to help build vibrant and engaging learning opportunities for students in the Bow Valley.
Available to every grade 10 student in the CRPS division, the WimWE program teaches youth new skills, helps build confidence and resilience, and fosters a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Whether it’s canoeing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or learning backcountry safety skills, this unique program is fun, engaging, and an important part of their educational journey.
Through collaboration and support, we look forward to supporting these programs that inspire and benefit students, while also contributing to the broader goals of education and community development.
January 26, 2023
Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation donation enriches learning opportunities and supports across CRPS
Canadian Rockies Public Schools (CRPS) is celebrating a generous $734,000 donation from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation for the 2022/23 school year – a gift that will have a major impact on the division’s ability to fund mental health initiatives and outdoor learning programs unrivalled in North America.
December 31, 2022
Celebrating a year of supporting an active, vibrant and happy community
The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation donated $4,200,000 to the Bow Valley Community in 2022, our biggest funding year ever. The Foundation continued to support programs focused on promoting active living, expanding educational opportunities, and advancing initiatives focused on community building — programs that made a difference to the daily lives of people and families living, working, and playing in the Bow Valley.
September 14, 2022
New pedestrian bridge honours Nancy Pauw’s legacy
September 13, 2022
Banff playschool receives donation pledge to cover school year rent from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation
August 24, 2022
Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation donates $40,000 to KidSport Bow Valley to ensure sports remain accessible for local children and youth
August 3, 2022
Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation supports increased demand for Bow Valley Food Alliance programming with $90,000 donation
June 20, 2022
Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation announces continued support to 11 Bow Valley sports and recreation clubs
March 24, 2022
Four Bow Valley organizations will get a combined $175,000 from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation
March 1, 2022
artsPlace receives funding from Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation to support arts program focused on student mental health
July, 2021
Banff students recognized by local foundation
“High school is a long road and this year especially was pretty challenging. It is rewarding to be recognized by my teachers for the hard work I put in. And the financial award will really help with my university expenses next year.”
Donation announcement to YWCA Banff Thriving Futures Campagn
March, 2021
Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation donates $90,000 to support Banff recreation programs
November, 2020
Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation donates $100,000 to the YWCA’s new Thriving Futures campaign
November, 2020
Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation donates $25,000 to Rocky Mountain Adaptive
April, 2020
Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation Commits $100,00 to COVIE-19 Response Efforts
January, 2020
The Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation gifts $500,000 to the Banff Canmore Community Foundation
January, 2020
The Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation has announced a $2.5 million dollar donation to the Town of Banff, to ensure a second pedestrian bridge receives complete funding
July 22, 2019
Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation Reponds to KidSport Bow Valley Need with $40,000 Donation
June 20, 2019
Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation Makes Historical $355,000 Donation to Local Schools
