The Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund

05/11/2026

Congratulations to Mateo Porter-Partide and Nadifa Omar, finalists for Young Citizen of the Year at the Kelowna Civic Awards, whose achievements, leadership, and dedication to the community continue to inspire those around them.

We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will continue to make in the future.

Both Mateo and Nadifa will receive a scholarship from the Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Fund to support their future educational endeavours.

05/10/2026

Huge congratulations to Dilynn Scott on being recognized as Young Citizen of the Year at this year’s Kelowna Civic Awards!

In recognition of her outstanding leadership, community involvement, and bright future ahead, Dilynn will also receive a scholarship from the Payton & Dillon Memorial Fund to support her continued growth and future educational endeavours.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and look forward to seeing all that she accomplishes.

05/09/2026

Another winner at the Kelowna Civic Awards, Finley Cashin, was honored with the Male Athlete of the Year Award, sponsored by the Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund. Finley’s achievements on the world stage and the strong local support he shares with the skiing community stood out. Congratulations also go to the other finalists in this category, Paul Atkin and Mathew Weststrate.

05/07/2026

This week at the Kelowna Civic Awards, Kassidy Rutledge was honored with the Female Athlete of the Year Award, sponsored by the Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund. Over the past year, Kassidy displayed incredible strength and determination as an athlete. Congratulations as well to the other finalists in this category, Julia Alexander-Carew and Lily Stroda.

04/16/2026

Not a cyclist? You can still be part of something meaningful 💙

Join us for the Payton & Dillon Memorial Ride by walking in support of mental wellness. Every step makes a difference.

June 7, 2026 │ Sutherland Park, Kelowna
Register today.
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04/13/2026

Come watch this special showing of the documentary SEEN, that explores confronting our childhood experiences and talks about helping to transform our mental health and social dynamics we experience with others. After the screening will be hosting a panel discussion. There are a few tickets left. Tuesday 7pm at the Kelowna Community Theatre.

Understanding our own past is often the first step in helping the next generation thrive. The documentary 'Seen' explores how confronting childhood wounds can transform mental health and family dynamics. It’s a powerful, necessary watch for anyone who has navigated life's more challenging paths.

Join Healthy Essentials Clinic for this special screening Tuesday, April 14th 7pm at the Kelowna Community Theatre

Please share this with anyone in your circle who might need to hear this message. Let’s ensure no one walks these difficult paths alone.

07/14/2025

Fundraiser #2 is almost ready to launch!

Fundraiser #1 raised approx. $225,000 and we are hoping this year will be BIGGER!

07/10/2025

It was supposed to be every 2 years but time has slipped by and it has been 4 years since Fundraiser #1, where we raised approx. $225,000 which was matched by the Thomas Alan Budd Foundation 1-to1. All funds raised are targeted to mental health initiatives in the Okanagan!

05/30/2025

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is inviting the community to come out and celebrate a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy at Stuart Park this Sunday for the 18th annual Cycle for Strong Kids event.
Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the outdoor event is the Y’s largest fundraiser of the year, presented by the Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund.
“The Y is making an immense impact on empowering our youth — a cause I am exceptionally passionate about,” says Tom Budd, philanthropist and founder of the Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund.
“As a dedicated advocate for mental health, I am proud to support this event and help uplift future generations to ensure no child is left behind."
Admission is by donation. For more details and to donate, visit ymcasibc.ca/cycle.

05/28/2025

05/13/2025

Congratulations to the Civic & Community Award winners Female Athlete of the Year KYLIE TAYLOR and the Male Athlete of the Year JEROME BLAKE.