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Foundation gifted $100,000 from Eric & Barb Ekin

Eric & Barb Ekin were long time residents of Boissevain. They married in 1968 and were cattle and grain farmers northwest of town before retiring. Barb passed in 2021 and Eric in 2023. Eric remained active with the farm until his health deteriorated in 2022.

In June 2024, the Foundation received notice that Eric & Barb had bequested $100,000 to set up the Eric & Barb Ekin Legacy Fund. This fund, along with many others are invested through the Foundation. In turn, monies made each year are given back to Boissevain and area for community projects.