About Globalnet Community Foundation

"Building and supporting individuals and grass-root community agencies towards community capacity building"

Our Foundation

Who We Are

Globalnet Community Foundation (GCF) is an initiative of grassroots Community Organizations in Canada and internationally, established to raise funds towards scholarships to support less privileged youth to further their education.

We are dedicated to building, sustaining and strengthening grass-root community organizations and engaging in other humanitarian activities that create lasting positive change in communities across Ontario and beyond.

Founded in 2020, GCF has grown to become a trusted partner for grassroots organizations, donors, and community members working together to build stronger, more inclusive communities.

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🎯 Our Mission

Globalnet Community Foundation (GCF) will continue to foster its charitable giving mandate towards the following:

  • Building, sustaining and strengthening community centres
  • Promotion of Community Capacity Building
  • Scholarship for post-secondary education
  • Community Research
500+
Families Supported
15+
Active Programs
50+
Partner Organizations
$2M+
Distributed in Aid
Looking Forward

Our Vision

Globalnet Community Foundation envisions a thriving, inclusive society where every individual and grassroots organization has access to the resources, knowledge, and support needed to reach their full potential.

Team collaboration

We Strive To:

  • • Support and encourage community research on community and national needs, issues, challenges and opportunities affecting low income families in communities today and in the future
  • • Encourage community cohesion initiatives, town hall meetings for a healthy, vibrant and inclusive society
Our Principles

Our Values

We are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and community service.

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Charitable Giving

Dedicated to charitable giving, especially through community foundations, strengthening communities and supporting grassroots organizations.

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Visionary Leadership

Welcoming innovative approaches that build on strengths and model social inclusiveness in everything we do.

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Collaborative Relationships

Building relationships among community members, volunteers, staff and organizations that respect diversity/ethnicity and foster dialogue.

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Accountability & Transparency

Open and accountable practices that reflect the highest standards of performance as leaders in promoting philanthropy.

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Donor Privacy

Upholding donor privacy and maintaining collaborative partnerships built on trust, respect, and mutual commitment.

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Community Action

Sharing ideas that lead to meaningful community action and sustainable positive change for all members of society.

How We Work

Our Strategy

To succeed in our mission, GCF will continue to partner with donors, professional associations, government departments, emerging grass-root community, faith-based and international organisations.

GCF Strives to Achieve Its Mandate Through:

  • 1 Maintaining the perspectives of community members on issues that affect them
  • 2 Encouraging public debate on public policy and implementation
  • 3 Raising awareness and providing input to public debate and policy formulation on related issues
  • 4 Advocating for policies and processes that benefit community members
  • 5 Organizing public seminars and events to stimulate public awareness and debate about policy issues affecting citizens
  • 6 Encouraging and supporting briefings by representatives of various levels of governments
  • 7 Publishing quarterly bulletins and reports regarding community development, programs, services, and community issues
Our Partners

Our Stakeholders

We collaborate with diverse stakeholders to maximize our impact and reach.

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Grass-root Community & Faith-Based Organizations
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Government & Policy Makers
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International Organizations
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Corporate & Professional Associations
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Private Donors
Leadership

Board of Directors

Our board comprises dedicated leaders committed to advancing GCF's mission and ensuring accountability in all our operations.

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Prof. Obiora Chinedu Okafor

Board Chair

Distinguished professor and legal scholar with extensive experience in human rights, international law, and community development. Leading GCF's strategic vision with dedication to social justice and equity.

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Patience McCabe

Director

Experienced community leader with a passion for grassroots empowerment and capacity building. Brings valuable insights into program development and community engagement.

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Huda Abuzeid

Director

Dedicated advocate for newcomer integration and community research with expertise in multicultural programming and social policy development.

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Esther Simon

Director

Accomplished professional with deep roots in community service and nonprofit management, championing youth education and family support initiatives.

Join Us in Building Stronger Communities

Partner with GCF to create lasting positive change in communities across Ontario and beyond.

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