The City of Vernon is making merry with some local groups, while others have been cut from the grant list.
There were 13 applications for discretionary grants, totalling $130,337. But with only $34,000 available, only six of the groups will be getting some support.
The largest recipient is the Okanagan Screen Arts Society, with $16,900 to assist with operational costs at the Vernon Towne Cinema.
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“We’re happy to do everything we can to keep this one going,” OSAS volunteer Scott John said of keeping the old theatre alive. “As a community hub and a cultural centre we think it’s a great anchor for downtown.”
Ongoing programs will continue at the North Okanagan Therapeutic Riding Association thanks to a $5,000 grant.
The Vernon Montessori Society can purchase new learning materials with the $3,580 cheque.
A new youth tutoring service will be made possible with $3,000 for the Literacy Society of the North Okanagan.
The Vernon Senior Citizens Recreational Society grant of $3,000 will help signage and window/door wrap.
The Vernon Community Radio Society has secured $2.500.
Those that didn’t make the cut are:
- Allan Brooks Nature Centre $25,000
- International Tree Project $23,337
- Vernon Paddling Society $14,000
- Schubert Centre $10,000
- Canadian Mental Health Association $10,000
- Community Recreation Initiative Society $5,000
- Archway Society for Domestic Peace $3,000
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