Deadline: 31-Mar-24
BC Hydro accept applications for funding for eligible organizations that are developing new or expanding existing programs that align with one or more of their focus areas.
By supplying electricity to the people and businesses of this province, they provide an essential and important service. But they also believe in doing more than that
Focus Areas
- To qualify for a community grant, your program or initiative needs to align with one of the three focus areas below:
- Building the STEM workforce of tomorrow
- They support organizations with programs that focus on youth education in the areas of STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) and trades training. The goal is to help foster a more highly qualified workforce for B.C.’s future. Projects or programs with a particular focus on Indigenous communities are at the top of the list.
- Safety education
- They support organizations with programs that focus on public safety. Projects or programs that promote electrical safety, water safety, and emergency preparedness are at the top of the list.
- Developing a clean and sustainable future
- They support organizations with programs that will lead to a more sustainable future. Projects or programs that increase awareness and take steps towards environmental conservation, energy-efficiency, and reducing carbon emissions are at the top of the list.
- Building the STEM workforce of tomorrow
Grant Categories
- They’re offering two types of grants to support non-profit organizations and registered charities that are making a difference in their communities.
- Broad Impact Grants
- They provide funding up to $10,000 for organizations to either expand an existing program or to develop a new program across multiple communities in B.C.
- Grassroots Grants
- They provide funding up to $2,000 to develop new or enhance existing, community-based programs in B.C.
- Broad Impact Grants
Eligibility Criteria
- Canadian organizations requesting funding must:
- Be a Canadian non-profit or registered Canadian charitable organization. If you are a Canadian charity, your Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) registered charitable number must be provided.
- Direct the funding to a specific program or initiative that aligns with one or more of the focus areas.
- Be financially stable, have effective management and enough employees or volunteers to successfully execute the program.
- Eligible initiatives must take place from May 1, 2024, to April 30, 2025.
Ineligible
- The following organizations and/or activities are not eligible to receive funding:
- Organizations with no operating base in B.C.
- Health and social service organizations (unless the program aligns with focus areas)
- Political parties or candidates, advocacy, or special interest groups
- Sports teams, tournaments, or sports equipment
- School equipment
- Scholarships, bursaries, and endowments
- Research and feasibility studies
- Organizations or projects devoted to political or religious causes
For more information, visit BC Hydro.
