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Upcoming Grant Opportunities
January
Name: Canada Summer Job
Source: Government of Canada
Due Date: January 12, 2023 at 11:59 am PST
Description: The Canada Summer Job (CSJ) is a program offered to youth by the Government of Canada under the Youth Employment & Skills Strategy. This will allow our youth to develop skills and gain paid work experience. This year, the CSJ program will offer up to 100,000 quality jobs over the summer up until September 3rd, 2022. It requires full time hours with a minimum of 30 hours/ week and a duration of at least 6 weeks. Canada Summer Job Grant Information
Name: LEVEL BIPOC Grants
Source: Vancouver Foundation
Due Dates: LOI stage opens January 2023
Amount: Up to $50,000
Description: Flexible, general operating grants of $50,000 for BIPOC-led organizations in BC to support work in racial equity and racial justice. Level BIPOC Grants
February
Name: Participatory Action Research Grants
Source: Vancouver Foundation
Due Date: February 13, 2023, 4:30 pm PT
Amount: Convene Grants: up to $20,000 for 1 year. Investigate Grants: up to $100,000 per year for up to 3 years.
Description: The Participatory Action Research Grant supports research that is co-led by community members and researchers to learn more about the root causes of pressing issues impacting the health of communities in BC.
Participatory Action Research Grants
Name: Community Social Development Grants
Source: City of Kelowna, administered by Central Okanagan Foundation
Due Date: February 24, 2023, 3:30 pm
Amount: Operational Grants offer a maximum of 25% of the organization’s operating budget up to $25,000. Project grants offer a maximum of 50% of the cost of the project up to $25,000
Description: The Community Social Development Grant provides funding to registered non-profit organizations and community organizations offering socially beneficial services or programs in the City of Kelowna.
Community Social Development Grants
March
Name: Smart & Caring Community Grants
Source: Community Foundation North Okanagan
Due Date: Accepting applications between March 1-31, 2023
Amount: No amount specified, but organizations should have at least 50% of their funding in place when they apply
Description: The Smart & Caring Community Grant offers support towards a wide range of projects that benefit those living within the boundaries. Funded activities must provide a direct service to the “community” or take an innovative approach to community concerns.
Smart & Caring Community Grants CFNO
Name: TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund
Source: TELUS
Due Date: March 3, 2023; October 13, 2023
Amount: up to $50,000
Description:
The TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund provides flexible grant funding to Indigenous-led programs supporting Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Funding is available for projects focused on, but not limited to:
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Health, mental health and well-being
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Access to education and resources
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Community building and enhancement
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Language and cultural revitalization
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Inter-community sharing of cultural stories
Name: Family Violence Initiative Fund (FVIF)
Source: RCMP
Due Date: March 10, 2023
Amount: Maximum Grant is up to $25,000.00
Description: The FVIF supports initiatives that promote awareness of relationship violence, assist survivors, and support crime prevention. It is an opportunity for community organizations to get funding for their projects, collaborate with their local RCMP detachment, and contribute to making our communities safer..
Family Violence Initiative Fund
Name: Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund
Source: Bell
Due Date: March 15, 2023
Amount: Maximum Grant is up to $25,000.00
Description: The Community Fund provides annual grants of up to $25,000 to Canadian registered charities to increase access to mental health supports and services in communities across Canada. Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund
Name: The Hamber Foundation Grant
Source: The Hamber Foundation
Due Date: March 15, 2023 & September 15, 2023
Amount: $1000-$2000 per application
Description: The Hamber Foundation is a private charity focused on funding institutions and registered non-profit organizations. Their core principles include amateur athletics, educational resources, cultural & creative arts, and health & welfare. Applicants will be notified of the board’s decision by June 15 and December 15. Hamber Foundation
Name: Community Investment Fund
Source: Interior Savings
Due Date: March 30, 2023 & September 30, 2023
Amount: Allocations typically range between $3000 and $15,000
Description: The intent of the fund is not to cover operational or capital costs, but to help get new programs off the ground. Applicants will only be considered if they align with Interior Savings areas of impact; Empowering parents with young children, helping people maintain mental wellness, helping maintain social connections with age and supporting a strong, cooperative local economy.
Community Investment Grants Interior Savings
April
Name: Neighbourhood Small Grants
Source: Community Foundation North Okanagan
Due Date: Accepting applications April 1-30, 2023
Amount: Grants range up to $50 – $500
Description: The Neighbourhood Small Grants program was created to support small-scale community projects in the North Okanagan. It is focused on supporting small projects by individuals that foster a stronger, resilient community. Neighbourhood Small Grants
Name: Community Gaming Grants: Arts & Culture
Source: Provincial Government of B.C
Due Date: Apply between February 1st and April 30th, 2023
Amount:
– Local Organizations: Up to $100,000 per year
– Regional Organizations: Up to $225,000 per year
– Province- Wide Organizations: Up to $250,000 per year
Description: The community gaming grants provides annual funding in order to support organizations and their delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet the needs for their community. There are a number of categories that the community gaming grants support such as art and culture, public safety, Human & Social services, and many more. Community Gaming Grant
May
Name: Central Okanagan Foundation Multi-Year and Project Grants
Source: Central Okanagan Foundation
Due Date: May 1st of each year
Amount:
– Project: $15,000 for up to 12 months
– Multi-Year: $15,000 a year for two or three years
Description: Project grants (up to 12 months) & Multi-Year Grants (1-3 years). The grant supports registered charities that are focused on strengthening children, youth & families, health & community service, education and more. The funds are discretionary, and a volunteer committee decides who receives funding based on the applications. A registered charity can only apply once in a 12-month period. Central Okanagan Foundation
Name: Capacity Building Grants
Source: First West Foundation
Due Date: E.O.I submitted now until December 1, 2023 will be considered for the 2024 grant cycle
Amount: $10,000 per project
Description: The Capacity Building grant supports training offered within organizations with the aim of building internal learning. The grant supports leadership training, internal workshop, infrastructure support etc. Expression of interest must be submitted to determine eligibility. Capacity Building Grant
Name: TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund
Source: TELUS
Application Opens: May 15, 2023
Amount: up to $50,000
Description:
The TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund provides flexible grant funding to Indigenous-led programs supporting Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Funding is available for projects focused on, but not limited to:
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Health, mental health and well-being
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Access to education and resources
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Community building and enhancement
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Language and cultural revitalization
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Inter-community sharing of cultural stories
TELUS Indigenous Community Fund
Name: Community Gaming Grants: Sports
Source: Provincial Government of B.C
Due Date: Apply between March 1st and May 31st, 2023
Amount:
– Local Organizations: Up to $100,000 per year
– Regional Organizations: Up to $225,000 per year
– Province- Wide Organizations: Up to $250,000 per year
Description: The community gaming grants provide annual funding in order to support organizations and their delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet the needs of their community. There are a number of categories that the community gaming grants support such as art and culture, public safety, human & social services, and many more. Community Gaming Grant
June
Name: Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Fund
Source: Bell
Due Date: June 14, 2023
Amount: Up to $200,000 over 2-5 years
Description: The Diversity Fund supports organizations aiming to reduce the stigma around mental illness and/or increase access to culturally informed mental health and well-being support for the Black, Indigenous and People of Colour communities in Canada. Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Fund
Name: Kelowna Kiwanis 2017 Legacy Fund
Source: Kiwanis Central Okanagan Foundation
Due Date: June 15, 2023
Amount: Up to $15,000
Description: The Kelowna Kiwanis 2017 Legacy Fund was created in partnership with the Central Okanagan Foundation to help registered charities whose mandates are aimed at supporting children and youth within the Central Okanagan. Kelowna Kiwanis 2017 Legacy Fund
July
August
Name: Community Gaming Grants: Environment
Source: Provincial Government of B.C
Due Date: Apply between July 1st and August 31st, 2023
Amount:
– Local Organizations: Up to $100,000 per year
– Regional Organizations: Up to $225,000 per year
– Province- Wide Organizations: Up to $250,000 per year
Description: The community gaming grants provide annual funding in order to support organizations and their delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet the needs of their community. There are a number of categories that the community gaming grants support such as art and culture, public safety, human & social services, and many more. Community Gaming Grant
Name: Community Gaming Grants: Public Safety
Source: Provincial Government of B.C
Due Date: Apply between July 1st and August 31st, 2022
Amount:
– Local Organizations: Up to $100,000 per year
– Regional Organizations: Up to $225,000 per year
– Province- Wide Organizations: Up to $250,000 per year
Description: The community gaming grants provide annual funding in order to support organizations and their delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet the needs of their community. There are a number of categories that the community gaming grants support such as art and culture, public safety, human & social services, and many more. Community Gaming Grant
September
Name: The Hamber Foundation
Source: The Hamber Foundation
Due Date: September 15, 2022
Amount: $1000- $2000 per application
Description: The Hamber Foundation is a private charity focused on funding institutions and registered non-profit organizations. Their core principles include amateur athletics, educational resources, cultural & creative arts, and health & welfare. Applicants will be notified of the board’s decision by June 15 and September 15. Hamber Foundation
Name: Community Investment Fund
Source: Interior Savings
Due Date: March 30, 2023 & September 30, 2023
Amount: Allocations typically range between $3000 and $15,000
Description: The intent of the fund is not to cover operational or capital costs, but to help get new programs off the ground. Applicants will only be considered if they align with Interior Savings areas of impact; Empowering parents with young children, helping people maintain mental wellness, helping maintain social connections with age and supporting a strong, cooperative local economy.
Community Investment Grants Interior Savings
Name: Petro-Canada: Local Grants
Source: Petro-Canada
Due Date: Applications open from September 23, 2023 until October 21, 2023 at 11:59 pm MST
Amount: Max $7,500
Description: Petro-Canada supports registered charities whose work involves the support of family caregivers at the community level. Petro Canada: Local Grants
October
Name: Central Okanagan Foundation Multi-Year and Project Grants
Source: Central Okanagan Foundation
Due Date: October 1st of each year
Amount:
– Project: $15,000 for up to 12 months
– Multi-Year: $15,000 a year for two or three years
Description: Project grants (up to 12 months) & Multi-Year Grants (1-3 years). The grant supports registered charities that are focused on strengthening children, youth & families, health & community service, education and more. The funds are discretionary, and a volunteer committee decides who receives funding based on the applications. A registered charity can only apply once in a 12-month period. Central Okanagan Foundation
Name: TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund
Source: TELUS
Due Date: October 13, 2023
Amount: up to $50,000
Description:
The TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund provides flexible grant funding to Indigenous-led programs supporting Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Funding is available for projects focused on, but not limited to:
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Health, mental health and well-being
-
Access to education and resources
-
Community building and enhancement
-
Language and cultural revitalization
-
Inter-community sharing of cultural stories
Name: Grants in Aid
Source: City of West Kelowna
Due Date: October 31st, 2023
Amount: Unspecified
Description: The City of West Kelowna’s Grants in Aid supports programs, activities, and events within the City of West Kelowna. Eligible organizations must align with the city’s core values as well as aim to strengthen the community. Grants in Aid
November
Name: Community Gaming Grants: Human & Social Services
Source: Provincial Government of B.C
Due Date: Apply between June 1st and November 30th, 2022
Amount:
– Local Organizations: Up to $100,000 per year
– Regional Organizations: Up to $225,000 per year
– Province- Wide Organizations: Up to $250,000 per year
Description: The community gaming grants provide annual funding in order to support organizations and their delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet the needs of their community. There are a number of categories that the community gaming grants support such as art and culture, public safety, human & social services, and many more. Community Gaming Grant
December
Name: Capacity Building Grants
Source: First West Foundation
Due Date: E.O.I submitted now until December 1, 2023 will be considered for the 2024 grant cycle
Amount: $10,000 per project
Description: The Capacity Building grant supports training offered within organizations with the aim of building internal learning. The grant supports leadership training, internal workshop, infrastructure support etc. Expression of interest must be submitted to determine eligibility. Capacity Building Grant
Ongoing
Name: Google Ads Grant
Source: Google
Due Date: Ongoing
Amount: Up to $10,000 a month per month in search ads
Description: Raise awareness, attract donors, and recruit new volunteers using Google search ads. Google Ad Grants shows your message to people searching for nonprofits like yours. Each qualifying nonprofit has access to up to $10,000 per month in search ads. Google Ads Grant
Name: RBC: Youth Mental Well-being
Source: RBC
Due Date: Ongoing
Amount: $10k min to $100k max
Description: RBC Youth Mental Well-being project grant funds programs that address youth and family’s immediate need to access mental health services, a critical area identified by parents, youth, or experts in the field. RBC Youth Mental Well-being
Name: Active Living & Culture Grants
Source: City of Kelowna
Due Date: Ongoing
Amount: Maximum of $5000
Description: The City of Kelowna supports organizations that are focused on improving the community. Eligibility is based on alignment with the key areas of focus such as encouraging active and healthy lifestyles, enhancement of social sustainability, and more. Active Living & Culture Grants
Name: Community Development Grant
Source: The Home Depot
Due Date: No set deadline – The application process will end once the funding for the year has been distributed
Amount: Maximum Grant is up to $10,000
Description: This grant is available to registered charities that have programs focused on prevention, workplace readiness, or housing needs for young people. Projects that involve repairing, renovation, or improving housing and support facilities (such as employment services) for homeless youth will be given priority. Community Development Grant
Name: Youth Opportunity Grant
Source: The Home Depot
Due Date: No set deadline – The application process will end once the funding for the year has been distributed
Amount: Maximum Grant is up to $75,000
Description: Canadian registered charities focused on ending youth homelessness through housing prevention, and employment programs can apply for the Youth Opportunity Grants. The grant covers housing transformation, healthy pathways (prevention), and youth innovation, which includes education and youth-led initiatives. Youth Opportunity Grant
Dates TBD
Name: Bell True Patriot Love Fund
Source: Bell
Due Date: Dates TBD
Amount: $5,000-$75,000
Description: The Bell True Patriot Love Fund is a $1 million, multi-year initiative that provides annual grants of $5,000 to $75,000 to community mental health programs for serving military members, Veterans and their families.
All organizations and programs supported by this funding are required to have appropriate and relevant safeguarding processes, plus background and reference checks on staff and volunteers in place to ensure the safety and security of all participants. Bell True Patriot Love Fund
Name: Innovator Skills Initiative
Source: Innovate BC
Due Date: Due to high demand, the program is currently at capacity. Applications received will be waitlisted.
Amount: Maximum grant of up to $10,000
Description: With the focus on increasing diversity in the tech sector, Innovate B.C is offering grants to help employers that are hiring for tech or tech-related roles.
Innovator Skills Initiative
Name: Youth Initiative Grant
Source: Community Foundation North Okanagan
Due Date: 2023 Deadline TBD
Amount: Up to $2000
Description: The youth Initiative Grant supports youth up to the age of 25 who are working with organizations to further build their local communities.
Youth Initiative Grant
Name: New Horizons for Seniors Program
Source: Government of Canada
Due Date: 2023 Dates TBD
Amount: Up to $25,000 for community-based programs for one year
Description: The New Horizons for Seniors Program offers funding for projects that make a difference in the lives of seniors and their communities. New Horizons for Seniors Program
Name: Grants from Civil Forfeiture Proceeds
Source: Provincial Government of B.C
Due Date: 2023 Dates TBD
Amount: Unspecified
Description: The Civil Forfeiture Crime Prevention and Remediation grant provides one-time funding to organizations in order to implement crime prevention and remediation projects. Grants from Civil Forfeiture Proceeds