Grooming Machine Fundraiser
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Kelowna Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Club is a registered charity with CRA.
​Registered Charity # 139342869 RR 0001
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​​​​The two snowcats used for grooming at Kelowna Nordic are at the end of their effective lifespan. The oldest was purchased in 1999 and has more than 13,000 hours of use. (Most clubs trade in grooming machines at 10,000 hours.) Our slightly newer grooming machine is 17 years old.
There is an urgent need to raise funds to replace one of the grooming machines in the next one to two years.
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The Campaign
The cost of a new snowcat with all the needed attachments is over $600,000. Starting this year, Kelowna Nordic will be raising funds to replace one of the grooming machines as soon as possible. Fortunately we have some reserves that will be applied against the purchase of this groomer but will still need to raise the difference.
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We are running a campaign this year to raise $160,000 from our members and the community. We are also applying for grants from BC Gaming and others. There is up to $250,000 available through BC Gaming Grants.
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Your donation matters as government grants are partially based on the success a club has on raising funds on their own. Please donate and help us purchase a new snowcat in 2025!
Kelowna Nordic is a registered charity in Canada and tax receipts will be issued.