Donation Policy
The Council
of the Community of Miltonvale Park wishes to support worthwhile endeavors of
its residents and non-profit groups.
Council is cognizant of the fact that it is spending the residents’
money and must do so in a responsible manner. All donations will be for the
benefit of residents of
1. Milton Community Hall, Inc.
The Milton
Community Hall is located within the community. The Council recognizes that it
is operated by a non-profit, volunteer board of directors, on behalf of the
residents of
2. Women’s Institutes
Organizations
currently based in the Community of Miltonvale Park are three Women’s
Institutes: North Milton,
3. Other Organizations
If other recognized organizations are formed within the community, they may also be eligible, upon written application, to request a donation (not to exceed $100) from Council. The purpose of providing assistance in this category is to facilitate and encourage citizen involvement in community service groups and organizations that contribute to the general well being of the citizens of the community. This category will also encompass local fundraising initiatives such as a fundraiser for a sick child (maximum $100).
4. Child Bursary Program
The Council currently
operates a Child Bursary Program whereby parents/guardians of children who
reside in the Community of Miltonvale Park shall receive up to $50 per child,
per year, to reimburse costs incurred by the parent/guardian for the child(ren)’s extracurricular cultural or sporting activities,
camps, or lessons. A receipt (or
acceptable copy) must be included with the application form which is available
from the office or www.miltonvalepark.com. Deadline for receipt of applications is
December 10 of each calendar year.
5. Individuals
Specific requests from individuals for donations will be considered on a case-by-case basis as funds permit. Residents representing the area or province in out-of-province competitions, workshops or events, or other worthwhile endeavors may submit a letter to Council requesting support at least 5 weeks prior to the event.
6. Memorial Donations
Memorial donations
to honour current or former Council members upon their deaths, shall be made to
a requested charity or cause, to a maximum amount of $ 25.00.
7. Donations to the Community of
As
“Miltonvale Park Community” is a municipality, donations to the municipality of
cash or other gifts allow the donor to claim a tax credit based on the eligible
amount of the donation.
Approved – March 27, 2007