Peter Gilgan & Family
When Peter started Mattamy Homes over 45 years ago, he knew it wasn’t just about the houses; it was about the community as a whole. It was important to him that the design, infrastructure and amenities of each development would not only foster connection but help the community to thrive and strengthen through the decades.
Peter comes from a large family of hardworking, community-minded siblings who all inherited a generous spirit from their loving parents, Ed and Mary Gilgan. As the proud father of eight children, Peter knows the Gilgan tradition of contributing and giving back will continue on through many generations.
Whether Peter is in a boardroom or on his road bike, his mind is working and designing and imagining — mostly about how things could be improved or made better. He shares this quality with the incredible leaders and teams behind each and every charity the Foundation is honoured to support.
The Peter Gilgan Foundation was formed in 2006 and its philanthropic impact in communities all over the world has been developing ever since. With each charitable gift granted, no matter the size, we hope to inspire a ‘ripple-effect’ of meaningful generosity.
Family Reflections
“Our family understands that true impact begins with genuine partnership and a deep commitment to possibility. Every grant is an expression of our belief that potential is universal, even when opportunity is not. We approach our work with humility, knowing that the most powerful change comes from collaboration and a focus on sustainable, meaningful results.”