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Marty Rifkin in University of Tampa Magazine

KMR Co-Founder Marty Rifkin Featured in University of Tampa’s Fall 2024 Magazine

We’re excited to share that KMR Group Foundation co-founder Marty Rifkin ’82 is prominently featured in the Fall 2024 edition of the University of Tampa magazine. The extensive profile chronicles his journey from a young entrepreneur to an industry pioneer and dedicated philanthropist. From Student to Business Leader The University of Tampa’s magazine dedicates several […]

Community Giving

KMR Group Foundation Supports the Giving Closet’s Back to School Bash 2024

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local communities, KMR Group Foundation is proud to announce our contribution to The Giving Closet’s Back To School BASH 2024. This annual event plays a crucial role in preparing local families for the upcoming school year, and we’re honored to play a part in its success. The […]

Local Giving

KMR Group Foundation Summer ’24 Update

On what must have been the hottest day of the year, the KMR Group Foundation witnessed an inspiring display of community spirit. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who came out to support our annual Essential Packs event. It was truly heartwarming to see families and our scholarship recipients working side by side, united […]

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KMR’s Marty Rifkin Delivers 2024 University of Tampa Commencement Address

At the University of Tampa’s 2024 graduation, Marty Rifkin, founder of the KMR Group Foundation and proud alumnus, delivered an inspiring keynote address. Marty shared his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing perseverance, embracing failure, and meticulous effort. He recounted creating a multi-billion-dollar gummy vitamin industry and encouraged graduates to align with ambitious individuals, take calculated risks, and […]

Community Giving

Local and Global Giving: A Closer Look at KMR Group Foundation’s Mission and Impact

At our KMR Group Foundation, we’ve made significant strides in recent years to respond to crises and empower communities, both here in Vancouver and around the world. Since our founders, Kate Jones, and Marty Rifkin, established the Foundation in 1991, we’ve grown from a local charity into a beacon of hope for underserved populations worldwide. […]

KMR Group Foundation and The Giving Closet

Local Giving

Extending a Helping Hand: KMR Group Foundation Supports The Giving Closet

The KMR Group Foundation recently donated $150,000 to The Giving Closet, a nonprofit store in Vancouver that provides free donated clothes, food, and toys to low-income families. This donation, the largest in The Giving Closet’s history, will help the organization continue its vital operations after facing significant financial challenges that threatened its ability to remain […]

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KMR Co-Founder, Marty Rifkin, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

At the KMR Group Foundation, we take immense pride in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our co-founder, Marty Rifkin. The University of Tampa recently honored Marty with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award during their 11th annual Alumni Awards ceremony. This accolade recognizes his enduring impact on the entrepreneurial landscape and his groundbreaking contributions to the […]

Lexie Knight - Accomplished and Under 40 Award

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KMR’s Lexie Knight honored with Vancouver’s “Accomplished and Under 40” award

We are thrilled to share some fantastic news: Lexie Knight, a valued member of our KMR family, has been honored with the Vancouver Business Journal’s ‘Accomplished and Under 40’ award. This prestigious recognition is a testament to her outstanding contributions and the remarkable impact she’s made in our community. Lexie Knight—A Profile of Dedication and […]

Local Giving

KMR’s impactful collaboration with RCCS

The ripple effect of a single generous act can transform countless lives—a realization that lies at the heart of our philanthropic endeavors at the KMR Group Foundation. In our collaboration with RCCS, a non-profit that supports cancer patients and their families, we have witnessed this transformative power firsthand. Reflections and Achievements of the Past Year […]

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KMR Group Foundation: Impacting Lives and Empowering Communities

Since its establishment nearly two decades ago, the KMR Group Foundation has been a potent force for positive change in underserved communities. Founded by Vancouver-based philanthropists Kate Jones and Marty Rifkin, the Foundation’s mission is to offer equal access to healthcare, food, safety, and education both locally and worldwide. The Foundation’s main areas of focus: […]

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