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The Greater Saint John Community Foundation issues charitable tax receipts for all donations.

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Juanita L. Black Bursary Fund

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Persons with Disabilities funds (11 funds)

In December 2009, the Carleton Kirk Lodge Fund was established by an inaugural gift from Eileen and Gordon Boyd. The income from the Fund provides the nursing home with necessary funds to continue operating.

The Centenary-Queen Square Fund was established in 2013 through The Community Foundation to support the ongoing operations of the Centenary-Queen Square Day Care Centres. This fund ensures long-term financial stability for programs that provide care for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, as well as accessible child care for families of all economic backgrounds.

The Faye Somers Endowment Fund honors Faye’s dedication to her family and community. The fund supports the Foundation’s objectives, with a special focus on charities that assist individuals with disabilities in Greater Saint John.

Established in November 2025 by Graydon and Beth Nicholas, this fund honours the memory of their family members and will support the mission of L’Arche Saint John through a permanent endowment.

The Inclusion New Brunswick Fund, established in 2025 by the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception, supports Inclusion New Brunswick’s work to advance dignity, belonging, and opportunity for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families in Greater Saint John.

The Kokocki Family Fund honors the late Karen Kokocki and supports L'Arche Saint John, an organization for people with intellectual disabilities. Karen’s joyful spirit and love for life continue to inspire through this fund.

The L’Arche Saint John Brighter Futures Fund supports the L’Arche Saint John community, which fosters inclusive housing and day programs for adults with intellectual disabilities.

The L’Arche Saint John Endowment Fund, established in 2025 by the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception, provides long-term, sustainable support for L’Arche Saint John’s mission of fostering inclusive, life-sharing communities for people with intellectual disabilities in Greater Saint John.

The Peter Roche Memorial Bursary Fund supports NBCC students and aids Key Industries and L’Arche Saint John in serving adults with disabilities.

The Robert Callandar Wyse Trust Fund supports charities aiding underprivileged children and seniors. Established through Bob’s estate, it is managed by The Greater Saint John Community Foundation to honor his legacy of generosity.

Lothian Norton Wyse and Joyce Laurelle Wyse, long-time residents of Greater Saint John, established the Wyse-Fearnhead Trust Fund to support charities serving underprivileged individuals, children with disabilities, and senior citizens.