Role in the Funding Ecosystem
The Conconi Family Foundation is a private family foundation that serves as a strategic funding partner for community organizations in British Columbia. Unlike traditional grantmakers with open application processes, the foundation operates through relationship-building and proactive identification of impactful initiatives. Since 2003, the foundation has deployed over $15.4 million in grants across healthcare, social services, and education sectors.
Funding Approach and Programs
The foundation manages three distinct grant streams: Conconi Legacy (multi-year grants for core priorities), Conconi Challenge (one-time matching campaigns to kickstart initiatives), and Conconi Innovation (catalytic grants for applied research and innovation). The current funding cycle, Aging Well BC (2020-2030), focuses specifically on transforming long-term care and supporting aging in community.
Impact Investing
Beyond traditional grantmaking, the foundation also makes equity investments in companies with potential for radical quality of life improvements, particularly in healthcare technology and social innovation.