• The non-profit organization must support the development of our communities and/or development and implementation of programs that support the people in Crossroads Country.
• The non-profit organization/community group must support one of the following pillars:
  • Community

    Capital projects & initiatives that focus on community & economic development & revitalization to help build stronger communities.

  • Wellness

    Projects & initiatives that focus on the wellbeing of people in Crossroads Country through wellness, nutrition and recreational programs and activities.

  • Education

    Projects & initiatives that focus on building a brighter future for the people in Crossroads Country through educational programs and activities helping to develop financial literacy in our communities.

  • Health

    Community health care projects & initiatives that focus on advancement of healthcare services available for the people in Crossroads Country.

• The non-profit organization project or initiative must benefit many people in Crossroads Country.
  

•  While membership at Crossroads Credit Union is not a requirement, individuals who are members in the nomination process and non-profit organizations who do business with Crossroads Credit Union will be given preference when the final decision must be made between comparable groups.
  
• Key players of the non-profit organization will be asked to co-operate with the credit union in publicity opportunities (example cheque presentations that will be shared on our social media channels).
• Non-profit organization must be in the trading area of Crossroads Credit Union.

• Depending on the quality and number of nominations, preference may be given to:
  
  • Individuals who are members in the nomination process.
  • Non-profit organizations who do business with Crossroads Credit Union.
    

• Final selection will be made by the CIF committee who will rate the projects-based on eligibility criteria.
  
• If a non-profit organization receives multiple nominations, and fits the eligibility criteria, they will not be awarded once.
• Only 1 nomination can be submitted per community member, duplicates will be eliminated. If multiple nominations are submitted by the same individual, we will use the first one submitted by using the time and date.
• Only those nominations selected to receive funding will be contacted.
  

• Community: 40%
• Wellness: 25%
• Education: 20%
• Health: 15%

We asked our members to nominate a Non-Profit Organization or Community Group they believe makes a difference in Crossroads Country for a chance to receive $2,022 in funding.  $44,484 was allocated to 22 Non-Profit Organizations & Community Groups for 2022 and here they are:

Canora Community Childcare Centre

Preeceville Economic Development Committee

Canora Trakkers Snow Club

Wadena Community Childcare Centre

Sturgis Community Bingo

Preeceville School

Wadena Vohon Ukrainian Dance Club

Preeceville Nursery School

Wadena Seniors Club

Canora Veselka Dance Club

Canora Arts Council

Sturgis 123 Care for Me

Canora Composite School

Firmly Rooted Home School

Town of Canora Tourism Committee

Preeceville & Community Skate & Bike Park

Margo Community Rec Board

Sturgis Barveenok Ukrainian Dance Club

Assiniboine River Archery Club

Buchanan Black Box Players

Sturgis Figure Skating Club

Rama Recreation Board