Supporting Communities, Families, and Faith Across Saskatchewan
The Sask K of C Charitable Foundation, through our Endowments and partnerships with Councils, is proud to support charitable, faith‑based, and community‑focused organizations throughout our province. Through the generosity of our members and donors, this year’s grants and bursaries represent a powerful investment in compassion, service, and hope.
In total, nearly $400,000 in grants and bursaries have been awarded to initiatives that strengthen families, support those most in need, and enhance the well‑being of communities across Saskatchewan. These funds will help address food insecurity, provide essential support services, and assist organizations dedicated to charitable and humanitarian work.
Of particular significance are the James and Lawrence Meier Food for Family Grants, through which nearly $50,000 was directed to programs ensuring struggling families have access to nutritious food and necessities. These grants stand as a lasting tribute to the Meier brothers’ commitment to charity and their belief in caring for our neighbours.
Together, these grants reflect the Knights of Columbus living our principles —charity, unity, and fraternity—and demonstrate the meaningful impact that collective generosity can achieve.
Below is a summary of grant recipients, organized by category, highlighting the breadth of impact made throughout the province.
Health & Safety
Supporting organizations that promote wellness, stability, and compassionate care in times of need:
- Catholic Family Services – Prince Albert
- Catholic Family Services – North Battleford
- Safe Families Canada – North Battleford
- Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Saskatchewan
- Lloydminster & Area Brain Injury Society
- Meadow Lake Home Plate Inc.
Faith Formation & Evangelization
Encouraging spiritual growth, outreach, and faith‑based leadership:
- Face to Face Ministries – Saskatoon
- Rebuilding Catholic Culture – Saskatoon
- Catholic Christian Outreach – University of Saskatchewan
Youth Camps
Ensuring safe, accessible, and enriching camp experiences for children and youth:
- (AMPO) Madge Lake – Yorkton Catholic Schools
- Camp Lemieux – Swift Current
- Camp O’Neill Youth Camp – Esterhazy
- Christ the King Camp – Kelvington
- Luseland Bible Camp
- St. John Bosco Youth Camp – Choiceland
- Camp Monahan – Lebret
- Saskatchewan Youth Developments Complex – Blackstrap
- St. Michael’s Camp – Madge Lake
- Kenosee Boys & Girls Camp – Carlyle
Youth Programs
Helping young people develop leadership, creativity, resilience, and community:
- Creative Kids Saskatchewan
- Blaze Byzantine High School Retreat – Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools
- My Gen Youth Rally – Archdiocese of Regina
- Rocanville Recreation Centre
- YMCA Regina – 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
- Columbus Bosco Homes School – Saskatoon
Indigenous & Reconciliation Initiatives
Advancing education, engagement, and support rooted in Truth and Reconciliation:
- Saskatchewan Catholic School Boards Association – Educational Video Project (4th Edition)
- Turning Point Youth Ministries – Meadow Lake
- Mother Teresa Middle School – Regina
Pro‑Life & Family Support
Protecting life, strengthening families, and increasing public awareness:
- Natural Family Planning – Saskatoon
- Northeast Pregnancy Options – Melfort / Humboldt
- Saskatoon Pregnancy Options & Support
- Regina Pregnancy Options
- Saskatchewan Pro‑Life Association
- Estevan Pro‑Life Association
- Teen Aid – Saskatoon
- Shellbrook Council 9760 – Pro‑Life Billboard
- “Tracy Sent Us” – Saskatchewan
Seniors & Healthcare
Enhancing care, comfort, and dignity for seniors and patients:
- Santa Maria Foundation – Regina
- St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation – Saskatoon
Education & Conventions
Supporting learning, leadership development, and collaboration:
- Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools – Provincial Convention
Community & Justice Initiatives
Providing outreach, advocacy, and direct community assistance:
- Boutique Council 8301 – Saskatoon
- Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms
Vocations & Bursaries
Investing in education, leadership, and future vocations:
- Seminarian Support – Vocations to the Priesthood
- Catholic University Bursaries
- Campion Knights Bursary – Regina
- St. Thérèse Bursary – Bruno
- Saskatchewan Polytechnic Bursaries
Parishes, Outreach & Local Community Support
Supporting parish life, food security, health care, and local services across Saskatchewan, including:
- Numerous parish communities in Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert, Moose Jaw, Yorkton, Swift Current, Battleford, Meadow Lake, Humboldt, Weyburn, Kindersley, and rural communities
- Local food banks, care homes, outreach ministries, crisis services, and health centres
- Cultural, historical, and charitable organizations serving local needs
(Recipients include more than 90 individual parishes and community organizations province‑wide.)
James & Lawrence Meier Grant Recipients
Hunger Relief & School Nutrition Programs
Targeted support to address food insecurity across Saskatchewan:
- Biggar Food Bank & School Programs
- Unity & District Food Bank
- Colonsay Food Bank
- Guadalupe House Food Pantry – Saskatoon
- Carmichael Outreach – Regina
- Marian Centre Soup Kitchen – Regina
- Multiple school breakfast and lunch programs in Kelvington, Rose Valley, Wadena, Archerwill, Shellbrook, Meadow Lake, Yorkton, Swift Current, Humboldt, Lanigan, and Saskatoon
Looking Ahead
These 2026 grants represent a powerful investment in people, faith, education, and community care. From youth camps and school programs to parish life and frontline social services, each recipient plays a vital role in strengthening Saskatchewan communities.
We extend sincere gratitude to all volunteers, donors, councils, and organizations whose dedication makes this work possible.