Dedicated to a flourishing Ukrainian culture in Canada
The Shevchenko Foundation builds community, fuels creativity, and inspires philanthropy to enrich the Canadian experience with the beauty, passion, and diversity of Ukrainian culture.
Photo Dumai Dunai by Erin Pasemko
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We offer grants in support of cultural and community development, bursaries and awards, and special funding opportunities.
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Our Programs
Culture Inspires: Sharing a vision
At TSF we believe that culture inspires. It inspires who we are, our values and beliefs, and the future we hope to shape. As we continue to build community and fuel creativity, we invite you to share our vision of a Canada that always acknowledges the contributions of Ukrainian Canadians and celebrates Ukrainian Canadian culture.
Thank you to our community for the photos and virtuoso Vasyl Popadiuk for the music that inspired this video.
Stories
Igniting community spirit with sport
““Sport is a unifying force that builds community while providing a platform for cultural expression. The Shevchenko Foundation is proud to support the historic exhibition Ukrainian Football: The Game Goes On that promotes our national identity and ignites...
A unique lens into history
“Although this project is one of cultural preservation, it is also an invitation to participate in telling the story. With today’s global community this project helps to bring us closer together by creating a sense of belonging.” – Larisa Sembaliuk Cheladyn Ukrainian...
Four stories of hope
“Our symbols here in our house, they’re our identity. We can’t forget where we come from and who we are. And our children must know this and remember this. First and foremost, we are Ukrainians and this is our background. This is the story of our lives, our journey...
Inspiring the spirit of philanthropy
We gratefully acknowledge the generous gifts of our principal donors.
Temerty Foundation
Boris Horodynsky Foundation
Zena Kossar Estate
Pawlo Lychkun Farm Estate