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On June 24, 2026, the Community Foundation will mark 50 years of building a Greater Saint John — made possible by our donors, partners, and community champions.
To celebrate, we’re sharing 50 Stories for 50 Years — inspiring moments and people who’ve shaped our community.
Follow along as we look back, celebrate today, and dream forward together.
Impact Stories
With every donation made through the GSJ Community Foundation, you ignite meaningful change in Greater Saint John.
Explore the impact behind the generosity of our donors and the actions of local charities who continue to strengthen our community.
How the Old Ladies Home Bursary Helped Gloria Patricia Start Over — and Thrive.
Nearly fifty years after the Old Ladies Home closed its doors, its legacy of compassion lives on. The Old Ladies Home Bursary helped Gloria Patricia Maya Torres find confidence, purpose, and a new beginning — proof that when a community cares, its impact never fades.
The Legacy That Sparked a Movement: How the Greater Saint John Community Foundation Began
Fifty years ago, the generosity behind Saint John’s Old Ladies Home sparked something lasting — the creation of the Greater Saint John Community Foundation. Born from compassion, built for community, and still giving back today.
Funds
We specialize in building endowment funds and using the funds’ earnings to support the ever-changing needs and opportunities of Greater Saint John.
The Gladys and Samuel Davis Fund supports Saint John charities assisting youth aged 12-20. Honoring Sam and Gladys’ legacy of service, the fund provides grants to help young people in need.
The Local Environment Action Fund (L.E.A.F.) supports lasting environmental action in southwestern New Brunswick through science, restoration, and education — powered by ACAP Saint John and community support.
The Gertrude Lunney and Hilda Lunney Fund was established in 2025 to honour two beloved sisters and their deep ties to Saint John. This endowed fund supports the ongoing work of the Greater Saint John Community Foundation, ensuring their legacy lives on.
Established in 2025 by the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception, this endowment supports women and children at St. Joseph’s Hospital—ensuring access to compassionate care for generations to come.
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