At Stratford and Perth County Community Foundation, we believe in the power of people coming together to make a difference. Whether through community engagement, thoughtful giving, or innovative ideas, our mission is to build a stronger, more vibrant future for everyone we serve.

Founded in 2004 by a group of visionary community leaders, including representatives from local government and business, Stratford and Perth County Community Foundation was created with a simple but powerful vision: to be a trusted partner in local philanthropy. Over the years, we’ve grown into a dedicated team of professionals, volunteers, and community leaders committed to creating lasting impact across our region.

We work collaboratively with individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to support local needs and seize new opportunities. From investing in meaningful projects to nurturing ideas that inspire, we are here to help good grow.

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Vision

Realizing community vitality through philanthropy.

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Mission

To enrich the lives of people in Stratford, St. Marys and Perth County by providing support to charitable organizations through grants made possible by responsible stewardship of endowment funds

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What we do

• Build Enduring Partnerships: We connect donors with causes they care about to create meaningful, long-term impact.
• Empower Community Initiatives: We provide resources, guidance, and support to help local projects thrive.

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Our Values

• Community: We believe in the strength of community and the power of people working together to build a better future.
• Diversity: We embrace and celebrate diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives as essential to meaningful change.
• Philanthropy: We champion the spirit of giving as a way to uplift others, foster opportunity, and create lasting good.
• Connection: We cultivate relationships rooted in trust, collaboration, and shared purpose.
• Impact: We are focused on meaningful results that strengthens lives and communities.

Join Us

Whether you’re looking to make a donation, start a fund, or simply learn more about how you can make a difference, we invite you to connect with us. 

Land Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that this traditional territory is governed by two treaties.

The first is the “Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant” of 1701, made between the Anishinaabe and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, an agreement to set violence aside and peacefully share and care for the land in the Great Lakes Basin. The second is the “Huron Tract Treaty” of 1827, an agreement made by eighteen Anishinaabek Elders and an agency of the British Crown.

Our ability to live, work and enjoy this area is connected to their deep loss. We ask all in our community to listen and advocate for when injustice is present while actively continuing to learn the true history of the lands on which we reside.