We are Mississauga's Foundation
We are a community foundation that empowers individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to contribute to the thriving well-being of Mississauga, creating a lasting and positive social impact.
Our Mission
Harnessing Generosity to Drive Transformational Change
The Mississauga Foundation is dedicated to serving as a catalyst for transformational change in our community. Our mission is to connect the generosity of donors with the diverse needs of our growing city, fostering impactful collaborations and investing in initiatives that address local challenges. Through the establishment of funds and endowments, we empower individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to contribute to the well-being of Mississauga, making a lasting and positive social impact.
Our Vision
The Mississauga Foundation envisions a thriving and inclusive community where every resident has access to opportunities for growth, well-being, and fulfillment.
We aspire to be a trusted and dynamic force for positive change, playing a pivotal role in addressing the evolving needs of Mississauga.
By promoting collaboration, diversity, and innovation, we aim to build a sustainable foundation that empowers individuals and organizations to create a resilient and vibrant community for current and future generations.
What We Do
The Mississauga Foundation collaborates with individuals, charities, and businesses to establish enduring endowment funds. Through strategic investment, the original capital generates a perpetual income, ensuring your contributions have a lasting impact.
To learn more, please view our Frequently Asked Questions.
How We Do It
We create sustainable income that supports non-profit organizations within Mississauga, addressing vital community needs. Our dedicated team has the expertise and charity experience to guide the allocation of funds to where they are most impactful, creating a healthier, more vibrant, and livable Mississauga.
Why We Do It
$25m
cumulative grants to date
139
total grants made in 2023
$900k+
flow through grants in 2023
Our People
Our Board
Erica Teklits, Chair
Retired Partner, BDO Canada
Jennifer Hilborn, Co-Vice Chair
Director, Corporate Citizenship, RBC Wealth Management
Adam Marsella, Co-Vice Chair
Vice President, Patient Access & Public Affairs, Novo Nordisk Canada
Keith Farlinger, Treasurer
Retired CEO, BDO International
Tanya Mushynski, Secretary
VP, People and Culture, Electrical Safety Authority
Darren Coleman, Director
Senior Vice President, Client Group, Raymond James
Anisa Rita, Director
Managing Partner, ALF LLP
Peter A. Saad, Director
Managing Partner, Loopstra Nixon LLP
Bruno Jauernig, Director
VP, Executive Journey Product Owner, TD Insurance.
Glenn Gumulka
President and CEO
Our Team
Glenn Gumulka
President and CEO | ggumulka@mississaugafoundation.ca
Lorraine Crow
Grants and Community Initiatives Director | lcrow@mississaugafoundation.ca
Gavin Pollard
Grants and Community Initiatives Manager| gpollard@mississaugafoundation.ca
Pauleen Pebesma
Office Manager | ppebesma@mississaugafoundation.ca
Deborah Othello
Controller
Harshita Rathod
Marketing & Communications Coordinator | hrathod@mississaugafoundation.ca
How We Began
The Mississauga Foundation was founded to support lasting change in our community. Rooted in local generosity, our early days—captured in this archival video—reflect the spirit and vision that continue to guide us today.
Special thanks to Merle Zoerb, our longest supporter, for sharing this piece of our history.
Volunteer and Career Opportunities
Explore purpose-driven volunteer and career opportunities that impact your community at the Mississauga Foundation.
Land Acknowledgement
The Mississauga Foundation acknowledges the lands that constitute the present-day City of Mississauga as being part of the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, The Haudenosaunee Confederacy, and The Huron-Wendat and Wyandot Nations. We recognize these peoples and their ancestors as peoples who inhabited these lands since time immemorial.