The Rossland Historical Museum and Archives Association is the recipient of $250,000 from B.C. Community Gaming Grants.
This year, $5.2 million in Community Gaming Grants will be shared among 62 organizations for capital projects that will improve quality of life in B.C.
Fifteen new capital project grants were awarded throughout the Interior for a total of $1.5 million, including the museum, the Nelson Curling Club - $94,500, the Nelson Baseball Association - $13,000, and the Nelson Civic Theatre Society - $225,000.
“Not-for-profit organizations provide valuable services that help make life better for British Columbians,” said Anne Kang, Minister of Municipal Affairs. “Through the Community Gaming Grants, my ministry is supporting organizations to acquire essential equipment and undertake renovations - whether it’s replacing a worn-out soccer field or refinishing a youth centre - so that they can continue to better support strong and vibrant communities in B.C.”
For the Rossland museum, the funds will support its work on the renewal development project and renovation of exhibits, including installation of audiovisual equipment in new public presentation space/theatre and accessibility improvements.
The funding is part of $140 million provided annually through Community Gaming Grants to not-for-profit organizations throughout British Columbia. These grants help approximately 5,000 organizations to deliver ongoing programs and services in their communities.
“Organizations that receive funding from Community Gaming Grants for their capital projects recognize that this funding is transformational,” said Christine Hawkins, chair, BC Association for Charitable Gaming. “These grants help non-profits across B.C. to expand and ensure the sustainability of their operations, which is critically important for the people served by these organizations.”
Since 2017, Community Gaming Grants for capital projects have supported programs that directly benefit British Columbians and their communities, helping 571 not-for-profit organizations.
Grants also fund projects and initiatives in the arts and culture, sports, human and social services, public safety and environmental conservation sectors, as well as parent and district parent advisory councils in B.C. schools.