A community foundation since 2011 Your foundation for every cause
Since 2011, Philanthropie Laurentides has made philanthropy a lasting driver of well-being in the region.
Who we are
Founded in 2011, Philanthropie Laurentides supports individuals, families, businesses and organizations that want to support the social, cultural and environmental causes of the Laurentians, today and for generations to come.
We create and manage philanthropic funds, advise donors and help the region’s charities build stable, long-term funding.
We serve the entire Laurentians region: the RCMs of Antoine-Labelle, Argenteuil, Deux-Montagnes, Les Laurentides, Les Pays-d’en-Haut, La Rivière-du-Nord and Thérèse-De Blainville, as well as the city of Mirabel.
What is a community foundation?
A community foundation is a local philanthropic organization. It receives donations from individuals, families, businesses and organizations, pools them into funds and invests them. The income from these investments is then redistributed in the community, according to the donors’ wishes.
Philanthropie Laurentides is part of the Community Foundations of Canada network, which brings together more than 200 community foundations across the country, including 11 in various regions of Quebec.
Funds that last
The capital of endowment funds is preserved: only investment income is distributed, year after year.
Donations that stay here
Fund income supports organizations and projects in the Laurentians.
Local knowledge
We know the region’s issues and organizations, and direct donations where they have the greatest impact.
Our values
Sustainability
We think long term: each fund is designed to support its cause for years, or even in perpetuity.
Responsible investing
Philanthropie Laurentides manages its own funds, according to ESG (environmental, social and governance) criteria.
Proximity
We are a foundation from the region, serving the people and organizations here.
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Our mission
To encourage philanthropy and strengthen the financial sustainability of the region’s charities.
Our Team
Leadership and a board of directors with complementary expertise: finance, taxation, governance, communications, culture and conservation.
Our Partners
Community Foundations of Canada, the Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation and the Institut des territoires.
Because some things deserve to last.
Create a fund, make a donation or discuss your project with our team: we are with you every step of the way.