Supporting the now while providing funding for an improved tomorrow.
To boldly advance cures, treatments, and supports for children and adults experiencing health and life challenges in our community.
To effectively match philanthropy with community needs through collaboration and partnership.
Kindred Foundation assists those in a time of need and supports strategic initiatives to reduce illness. Kindred’s leadership team and board of directors are committed to effective giving by uniting around a common purpose and engaging in strategic philanthropy through careful management and control of Foundation assets. To ensure sustainable giving the Foundation is built on a solid financial endowment model. Kindred Foundation was formed in 2019 and became a public foundation in 2021.
Kindred Foundation works diligently to uphold a core set of values. We believe in, and value:
Kindness and compassion
We believe that kindness is the most important value. Kindness is our foundation.
Collaboration and partnership
We operate on trust and humility to ensure that relationships are built with respect.
Accountability and clarity
We practice open communication and information sharing.
Innovation and excellence
We have an unwavering commitment to excellence, in all forms. We believe in continuous learning and always work to find solutions. We are not complacent.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion
We embrace acceptance in all forms.
We are a Canadian Foundation dedicated to investing in three key pillars:
Childhood, adolescent, and young adult cancer research and programs
Mental and physical health for children, adolescents and young adults
Community support including hospice and end-of-life care
We implement and fund high-impact evidence-based programs and projects using:
Strategic partnership and collaboration
Providing sustainable and multi-year funding
Adherence to good governance practices
Constantly seeking feedback from our stakeholders and communities
Children, adolescents and young adults within the areas of cancer, mental health and physical health.
Our communities, most notably in areas of palliative care and food security.