Surplus profits from Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation to support six local volunteer groups and projects
Ohsweken, ON, July 28, 2025 – The Six Nations of the Grand River Economic Development Trust (EDT) has approved $90,000 in community investment to support the work of six local volunteer organizations and initiatives on Six Nations throughout 2025. The following applicants were approved for funding at a meeting of the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation (SNGRDC)’s Economic Development Trust Committee on July 2, 2025.
- The I.L. Thomas Home & School Association will receive $15,000 for improvements to their walking/running track
- The Dylan Isaacs Memorial Basketball Tournament Committee will receive $15,000 for their Youth Skills Camp
- The Grand River Powwow Committee will receive $15,000 for the 2025 Grand River Champion of Champions Powwow
- Skaronhyase’ko:wa Tsyohterakentko:wa Tsi Yontaweya’tahkwa – The Everlasting Tree School will receive $15,000 for their Tyonnhehkwen Onkwaya’takehnhátshera Program (Nutrition Program)
- Six Nations Minor Lacrosse will receive $15,000 for their ‘Celebrating the Creator’s Game’ project
- Oliver M. Smith Elementary School will receive $15,000 to revitalize their baseball diamond
“The Trust is proud to support these community-led projects. Each initiative strengthens our community through enrichment of our culture, youth, wellness, and education,” said Rachel Martin, Chair of the Economic Development Trust Committee. “Nya:weh to all the volunteers in our community working to make a difference.”
The EDT is funded by the surplus profits of SNGRDC’s business operations, including investments in renewable energy infrastructure. Applicants must demonstrate a financial need and showcase how their project aligns with the Six Nations Community Plan.
The EDT will be issuing a final call for grassroots applications on August 25, 2025. To stay updated on future calls for applications, please follow the EDT’s Facebook page. To learn more about the EDT and to view past funding recipients, please visit www.sixnationsedt.ca.
