Stories that inspire
The Foundation of Greater Montréal supports hundreds of community organizations in every sector. Their work enhances the well-being of the entire community, including that of its most vulnerable individuals. All our gratitude goes out to the men and women who work day in and day out to bring a better quality of life to all.
Our thanks go as well to FGM donors and fund creators, whose philanthropic efforts bring to life the values they embody: solidarity, generosity and community engagement. It is through their commitment that the Foundation and its partner organizations can have a real impact on the well-being of Greater Montréal’s population. Here are some of their stories.
The Welcome Collective
The Welcome Collective is an organization whose mission is to mobilize the Montreal community in order to gather immediate human and material support for the most vulnerable asylum seekers in the city: "We aspire to a world of just, inclusive and caring societies, where racism and patriarchy are things of the past and where people can live free of the consequences of colonialism, exploitation and inequality in all its forms." To support those who join our community to flee oppression across the world, and in recognition of the invaluable work it accomplishes, the Trottier Family Foundation and the Foundation of…
Hĕritage Afro-Canada 2024 Fund
The Hĕritage Afro Canada 2024 Fund (also called the Hĕritage 2024 Fund) is an initiative of the Afro-Canadian Cultural Center of Montreal. It was created at FGM in 2021 in support of the construction of an inclusive space in Montreal dedicated to the cultural expression of Black communities while fostering constructive intercultural dialogue. The Fund will help with the timely construction of the Centre to close out the International Decade for People of African Descent (2015-2024) and establish a legacy monument that will inspire and benefit generations to come. The Afro-Canadian Cultural Center of Montreal's mission is to serve as…
The Fonds Théorêt - Association québécoise des personnes aphasiques
The mission of the Fonds Théorêt - Association québécoise des personnes aphasiques (AQPA) is to create a community of belonging where people with aphasia receive services that promote their integration into society and where their loved ones are assisted in their support role. The AQPA created this fund at FGM in July of 2022, with a starting capital of $40,000. According to its members, "the Association québécoise des personnes aphasiques wishes to grow this capital by investing it through a philanthropic fund allowing a significant rate of return and an annual distribution of grants to help us fulfilling our mission…
Mikana
Mikana, which means path in the Anishinabe language, is an Indigenous non-profit organization whose mission is to work towards social change by educating different audiences on the realities and perspectives of Indigenous peoples. This initiative stems from a desire to generate concrete action against racism and discrimination against Indigenous Peoples and contributes to breaking down the barriers between Indigenous and non-Indigenous worlds. The Foundation of Greater Montréal is proud to support Mikana's work, through grants but also by using its services. The training sessions and education tools offered by Mikana indeed allow FGM's staff members to better understand the history and current issues members…
Kiuna
Kiuna is a college featuring programs designed by and for Indigenous persons. The institution offers its students a framework for learning and a living environment that are geared to their cultural specificity, their social context and their interests. Kiuna’s goal is to democratize access to postsecondary education for individuals from the First Nations. The college is now recognized for its culturally adapted educational services. That is manifested in a unique environment where the programs, student services, human resources and teaching methods and material are based on Indigenous culture and traditions. Raising awareness among non-Indigenous people about the realities of First…
The Fonds Laurent McCutcheon
The Fonds Laurent McCutcheon aims to support the activities of nonprofits working towards the well-being of LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) communities. Mr. McCutcheon, who passed away in 2019, was an exceptional activist, having given four decades of his life to defend the interests, the rights, and most importantly the dignity of LGBT communities. The Foundation of Greater Montréal was honored by his trust when, en 2014, he decided to create the Fonds Laurent McCutcheon fund at FGM. This fund is open to any person or organization wishing to support LGBT communities, most notably in their quest for legal…