COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM

The Credit Union Commitment

In a world characterized by government cutbacks, rising costs, and increased demand for services provided by charitable, non-profit and volunteer organizations, Saskatchewan credit unions recognize our responsibility as corporate citizens, to develop the people, culture and quality of life in our communities. Business does not exist in a vacuum. It has never been more important for the corporate world to share the benefits of success with the communities in which we live and do business.

Saskatchewan credit unions share a common vision of working together to strengthen our communities and build our province. We believe that corporate responsibility cannot be separated from social responsibility and we view community involvement as an investment in our future and our communities. We look forward to working for and with you in the future.

Types of Support Available

donations (including gifts in kind), cash or staff time
sponsorships
promotional items, door prizes, and giveaways

Due to the broad scope and varied nature of the requests we receive, it is necessary to focus on a few areas that we feel best fit with the mission, vision and values of Cornerstone Credit Union.

Key Areas of Interest

Preference will be given to charitable and non-profit events and organizations. Support will be considered in the following areas.

community and economic development
youth and education
health and human services
agriculture
arts and culture
amateur sport
programs which support individuals in need

Funding will not be provided for:

political or religious organizations
advocacy organizations whose causes are publicly controversial
individuals
events or organizations that take place outside the Cornerstone Credit Union trading area

What We Need to Know

For all written applications please include the following details:

The name and address of your organization including telephone and fax numbers.
The name, title, telephone number and e-mail address of the contact person at your organization.
Details about the specific event or program for which you are requesting funding (ex: date, time, location, target audience, etc.)
The amount requested from Cornerstone Credit Union and how it will be used.
How Cornerstone Credit Union will be recognized for their involvement.
Who the other major sponsor/donors are.
The total target amount of the fundraising campaign.
Identify any recognition opportunities for Cornerstone Credit Union such as media exposure, tickets, signage, etc.

In the case of an annual event, applications must be submitted yearly. You will be notified by the credit union once the request has been reviewed as to whether or not it has been approved.

Online Application Form

Please Note: If you are interested in applying for funding through Project Cornerstone, please click on the Project Cornerstone application form below.

Where to send Sponsorship/Donation Requests

Cornerstone Credit Union
Box 1210
Yorkton, SK S3N 2X3
Attention: Marketing Coordinator
Phone: (306)786-2232
Fax (306)786-6878
Email: lori.walsh@cornerstone.cu.sk.ca

Click here for a large variety of websites links such as community, agricultural, financial, etc.

PROJECT CORNERSTONE

Project Cornerstone is a community investment program offered through Cornerstone Credit Union. On an annual basis, we will accept applications from community groups or organizations within our trading area who are requesting funding in an effort to build, expand and/or improve facilities and/or programs which support the development of our communities. Project Cornerstone will focus on supporting capital projects or one-time investments as opposed to annual operating costs. Project Cornerstone was developed to create a legacy of community-based "Cornerstone" projects in our communities.

Project Cornerstone intends to grant the funding to one group, project or program each year. However, depending on the number and nature of the applications that are received, funding may be split between one or more worthwhile projects.

To qualify for Project Cornerstone funding, a formal application process must be completed and submitted to Cornerstone Credit Union. Applications are now available to apply for the 2008 funding, click here for an application form!

Deadline to apply for Project Cornerstone funding for 2008 is October 31, 2008!