Scott Davis Community Safety Fund

Scott Davis was passionate about safety. Taking care of people was not just what he did — it was who he was. Whether ensuring friends and family had smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, gobags, and first aid kits, or advancing broader community initiatives such as AED programs and Vulnerable Persons Registries, Scott believed deeply in protecting others.

He believed that everyone deserved to feel safe — and that being organized and ready was the foundation of true preparedness, not fear.

While we lost Scott far too soon, his commitment to keeping people safe lives on through the Scott Davis Community Safety Fund — ensuring that his legacy of care, leadership, and preparedness continues to strengthen communities for generations to come.

Mission and Mandate

Led by his wife Kim Parker, the Scott Davis Community Safety Fund is a Donor Advised endowment held at the Oxford Community Foundation, with a national granting scope across Canada.

The Fund exists to advance community safety and preparedness by supporting initiatives related to:

The purchase and installation of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and other emergency and safety equipment

Associated training and public education programs

The development and delivery of initiatives that support vulnerable persons and enhance community resilience

Through this Fund, Scott’s commitment to practical preparedness — being organized, equipped, and ready — translates into tangible support for communities seeking to strengthen safety infrastructure and lifesaving capacity.

As a Donor Advised Fund, the family will provide recommendations to the Foundation regarding potential grant recipients and funding priorities. The Oxford Community Foundation oversees all granting processes, due diligence, compliance, investment management, and financial administration in accordance with its policies and charitable obligations.

The Fund will be stewarded with care by Scott’s family as well as a community advisory team, ensuring that each grant reflects the values he lived by — preparedness, compassion, and the unwavering belief that everyone deserves to feel safe.

Why Now / Why This Matters

Emergencies do not wait. Cardiac arrests, natural disasters, community crises, and moments of vulnerability can happen anywhere, at any time. Preparedness is not optional — it is essential.

Across Canada, many communities lack adequate access to lifesaving equipment such as Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), comprehensive training, or coordinated systems that support vulnerable persons during emergencies. Small investments in equipment, education, and preparedness can mean the difference between tragedy and survival.

The Scott Davis Community Safety Fund exists to close these gaps. It reflects the belief that preparedness should be proactive, practical, and accessible — not reactive or driven by fear. By strengthening local safety infrastructure and education, the Fund will help ensure that more individuals, families, and communities are ready when it matters most.

This is about saving lives. It is about equipping communities. And it is about continuing Scott’s lifelong commitment to protecting others across Canada.