Support

Get Involved

Would you like to donate your time? The Whistler Institute is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and supported by Committees of community members. If you are passionate about education and harnessing the power of learning to enhance our community, contact our Executive Director to learn how you can make a difference.

Do you have a project or program you are interested in launching or funding? Contact our Executive Director to discuss your idea.

Make A Donation

Donations support the Whistler Institute’s ability to provide open access to critical educational content. There are 3 easy ways to donate to the Whistler Institute:

The Whistler Institute is the operating name of the Whistler Institute of Learning Society, a registered Canadian charity. Charitable tax receipts are issued in accordance with CRA guidelines.

Help Shape the Whistler Institute

We understand that every supporter is unique and, as such, benefit and recognition packages will be customized accordingly. 

  • Visionaries create a lasting impact with donations of $50,000 or more.
  • Distinguished Patrons contribute to our growth with donations of $25,000 – $49,999.
  • Patrons enable our important efforts with donations of $10,000 – $24,999.
  • Fellows of the Whistler Institute join us in our pursuit with donations of $5,000 – $9,999.
  • Enthusiasts become involved with donations of $1,000 – $4,999.


All supporters will join us in our mission to Inspire Thought Leadership and Learning for Life. Benefits include annual recognition, connections to experts, educators and speakers, dinners and receptions, and more. 

Donations of $25 or more are eligible to receive charitable tax receipts. The Whistler Institute is the operating name of the Whistler Institute of Learning Society, a registered Canadian charity. Charitable tax receipts are issued in accordance with CRA guidelines.

Thank You

Along with core partnerships with post-secondary institutions, independent educators, and resort associations, the Whistler Institute has been generously supported by by Visionary Founders: Raindrop Foundation, Duane Jackson, Bill Kunzweiler, and McLean Group, Patrons: Bob and Sue Adams and Zen Group, as well as grants from the Katz Amsterdam Charitable Trust, Whistler Community Foundation, Whistler Blackcomb Foundation, and the Resort Municipality of Whistler.