🎉 Exciting news from Olds! The Chic Miller Endowment Fund has awarded $4,000 to five local non-profits, making a huge difference in our community. 🌟👏#Olds #Alberta
Community Generosity: Olds Endowment Fund Benefits Local Non-profits
In a heartfelt ceremony on July 28th, the Olds United Church played host to a significant event that highlighted the generosity of the late Chic Miller. The Chic & Billie Miller Endowment Fund, established in memory of Chic Miller after his passing in 2005, saw its impact felt throughout the community of Olds. Through this fund, a total of $4,000 was distributed among five deserving local groups, underscoring a legacy of community support and goodwill.
The Legacy of Chic Miller
Chic Miller, a prominent businessman in Olds, Alberta, left behind a legacy that continues to touch lives long after his passing. Following his death, funds from his estate were entrusted to the United Church Foundation in Toronto, with clear instructions to benefit the local community through meaningful initiatives.
Recognition and Distribution
During the ceremony, Reverend Lynn McKinnon, serving both the Olds United Church and Knox United Church in Didsbury, introduced the recipients of this year’s grants. Among the recipients were Threads of Kindness, So Grateful to Sew Quilters, the Community Lending Shelf, the Mountain View Hospice Society (MVHS), and the Olds & Area Pregnancy Support Centre. Mayor Judy Dahl, entrusted with the task by Chic Miller's wishes, graciously distributed the funds to the deserving organizations.
Celebrating Community Impact
The grants were awarded based on several criteria, emphasizing community involvement, innovation, and the potential to benefit multiple sectors within Olds. Applicants were also evaluated on their ability to secure additional financial support for their projects, ensuring that the funds from the Chic & Billie Miller Endowment Fund were leveraged effectively to maximize community impact.
Honoring a Vision
As the ceremony concluded, Mayor Judy Dahl commended the recipients for their invaluable contributions to the community. She expressed the importance of continuing Chic Miller’s vision, emphasizing that the fund’s impact must endure and continue to support worthy causes in Olds.
Conclusion
The distribution of funds from the Chic & Billie Miller Endowment Fund exemplifies the profound impact of philanthropy on local communities. Chic Miller’s legacy lives on through the meaningful projects supported by this fund, enriching the lives of residents in Olds. As the community reflects on this act of generosity, it stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of giving and the power of individuals to make a lasting difference.