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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS


Valley First is proud of its strong commitment to its communities and continues to collaborate with local partners through two different funding streams. Whether it’s a marketing sponsorship or a community investment, our partnerships extend beyond financial contributions. We are interested in opportunities for active engagement and participation with the causes and initiatives we support.

For marketing sponsorships, we seek partnerships that strengthen our business, support our objectives, allow us to share our story and provide the chance to engage with the community. Examples include the sponsorship of programs, local events, cultural festivals, projects and more.

For us, community investments that advance a social issue in the communities where we operate is a top priority. As an organization, we have found alignment between our purpose and six Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where we concentrate our efforts and support, with a focus on programming. Organizations are asked to measure social impact with viable metrics for us to assess, adapt and evaluate our impact across the organization.

UN Sustainable Development Goal Zero Hunger Zero Hunger
To end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.
UN Sustainable Development Goal Good Health and Well-Being Good Health and Well-Being
To ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all ages.
UN Sustainable Development Goal Quality Education Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and quality education for all and promote lifelong learning.
UN Sustainable Decent Work and Economic Growth Decent work and Economic Growth
Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.
UN Sustainable Reduced Inequalities Reduced Inequalities
Empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
UN Sustainable Decent Work and Climate Action Climate Action
Taking urgent action to tackle climate change and its impacts.

We accept applications from organizations serving Valley First's communities, including and adjacent Armstrong, Enderby, Kamloops, Kelowna, Keremeos, Oliver, Penticton, Princeton, Rutland, Vernon, and West Kelowna.

Requests unlikely to receive funding include:

  • Individuals (e.g., athletes raising funds to attend the Olympics, etc.)
  • Community sports teams
  • Ventures or organizations developing activities for profit
  • Beauty pageants
  • Religious or political organizations and affiliated activities
  • Debt servicing
  • Groups that represent a conflict of interest for Valley First or Enderby & District Financial

We have quarterly application cycles throughout the year. Application received during these cycles will be reviewed by our Brand Engagement and Community Investment teams. A decision will be communicated by email within 21 business days following the current application deadline date.

Application Deadline Dates:
January 15
April 15
July 15
September 15

Partner with us

Through collaborative partnerships, Valley First is committed to shared prosperity and the overall well-being of our communities. Together, we create a future where everyone can flourish.

sweet mixed-race girl packing donations at a local food bank

*Applicants will be redirected to Do Some Good, our trusted online community platform. As a founding partner, we invite you to create your own profile and help us in building a stronger and more connected community. Learn more.

If you have any questions or are having trouble with the application form, please email us at community@valleyfirst.com.