{"id":52927,"date":"2025-03-11T14:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T17:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelaker.ca\/?p=52927"},"modified":"2025-03-11T14:30:00","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T17:30:00","slug":"rcfns-welcomes-new-executive-director","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/?p=52927","title":{"rendered":"RCFNS welcomes new Executive Director"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;235&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;188&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NOVA SCOTIA:<\/strong> The Rural Communities Foundation of Nova Scotia (RCFNS) is pleased to announce the appointment of\u00a0<strong>E<\/strong>rika Rolston\u00a0as its new\u00a0Executive Director, effective\u00a0March 10, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rolston brings a wealth of experience in community development, non-profit leadership, and rural advocacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a strong commitment to strengthening rural communities across Nova Scotia, Erika\u2019s leadership will be instrumental in advancing the Foundation\u2019s mission of fostering sustainable, vibrant, and resilient rural communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We are thrilled to welcome Erika to the Rural Communities Foundation of Nova Scotia,&#8221; said\u00a0KJ Conyers-Steede, Board Chair of RCFNS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Her dedication to rural development, coupled with her strategic vision, will help us expand our impact and continue supporting the incredible work happening in communities across the province.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;92&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;31&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Erika succeeds\u00a0Penny Day, who has been a driving force behind the Foundation\u2019s growth and impact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under Penny\u2019s leadership, RCFNS has launched significant initiatives, including the\u00a0Dave Gunning Zero Hunger Fund, expanded legacy giving opportunities, and reinforced its commitment to impact investment. The Board of Directors expresses deep gratitude for Penny\u2019s leadership and dedication. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While stepping down as Executive Director, Penny will continue to support the organization in the role of\u00a0Administrator, ensuring a smooth transition and ongoing operational continuity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI am honored to join RCFNS at such a pivotal time,\u201d said<strong> <\/strong>Rolston. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cRural communities are at the heart of Nova Scotia\u2019s strength, and I look forward to working with our partners, donors, and community leaders to continue driving meaningful change.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;206&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;34&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rural Communities Foundation of Nova Scotia has been a champion for rural communities for over 20 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They have been funding initiatives that address food security, economic development, climate resilience, and social inclusion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the organization moves into this next chapter under Rolston&#8217;s leadership, it remains committed to ensuring rural communities across Nova Scotia thrive for generations to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more info on RCFNS check out: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rcfofns.com\/\">https:\/\/rcfofns.com\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate group=&#8221;7&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;192&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;235&#8243;] [adrotate banner=&#8221;188&#8243;] NOVA SCOTIA: The Rural Communities Foundation of Nova Scotia (RCFNS) is pleased to announce the appointment of\u00a0Erika Rolston\u00a0as its new\u00a0Executive Director, effective\u00a0March 10, 2025. 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