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CREATING A STRONG COMMUNITY | ANNUAL REPORT | 2023-2024

STRATEGIC PLAN 2024-2027

BACKGROUND
HCF was founded in 2000 to make North Simcoe a better place to live, work and play through philanthropy.
The Foundation serves Midland, Penetanguishene, Townships of Tiny, Tay Georgian Bay, Christian Island, and
the surrounding area, representing a community of over 50,000 residents located in the Georgian Bay in
Simcoe County.

The economy features a mix of agriculture, health care, and tourism and sees an increase in population due to
seasonal residents and visitors. A snapshot of community wellness, called Vital Signs , was first published in
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2016 and again in 2023. The Foundation will continue to engage partners in collaborating toward solutions to the
needs identified in Vital Signs .
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Today, the Foundation manages $3.5 million in various funds and has granted more than $3.5 million since its
inception.

PURPOSE OF HCF
Improving the quality of life and creating a strong community now and forever through leadership and generosity.

VALUES
HCF is guided by integrity, openness, inclusiveness, and collaboration in everything we do.

DIRECTION

TRANSFORM
Build a high functioning forward-thinking organization
that is recognized as a philanthropic leader.

INSPIRE
Increase community trust, awareness and
understanding of Huronia Community Foundation.

GROW
Build endowment funds, specifically undesignated
funds, to more effectively support operations and
grant making to impact community needs.

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