Deadline: 24-Jul-2026
The Community Wellbeing Grant, powered by lululemon Gives, provides funding of up to USD 50,000 to community-led charitable organizations that improve wellbeing through movement-based programs. The grant supports initiatives that expand equitable access to physical activity, mental wellbeing, social connection, and community resilience for underserved and marginalized populations around the world.
Overview
The Community Wellbeing Grant is an annual global funding program established by lululemon Gives to support charitable organizations using movement as a tool to improve community wellbeing.
Since 2016, the program has invested in organizations that create inclusive opportunities for people to access physical activity, mental wellbeing resources, and community connection. The grant focuses on addressing barriers to wellbeing while strengthening community resilience through locally led solutions.
The program prioritizes organizations serving communities that face challenges such as physical inactivity, social isolation, loneliness, mental health concerns, and limited access to wellbeing opportunities.
Funding Information
- Maximum grant amount: USD 50,000
- Grant duration: One year
- Funding source: lululemon Gives
- Grant type: Community wellbeing and movement-based programming
- Additional support: Optional wellbeing opportunities for individuals and organizations during the grant period
Applicants should note that the requested funding amount cannot exceed 40% of their organization’s most recently completed fiscal year’s operating budget.
Grant Objectives
The program aims to:
- Improve community wellbeing through movement-based initiatives
- Expand equitable access to physical activity opportunities
- Address mental health and wellbeing challenges
- Reduce loneliness and social isolation
- Strengthen community resilience
- Support underserved and marginalized populations
- Build organizational capacity within charitable organizations
- Promote inclusive wellbeing practices
- Remove barriers that prevent participation in wellbeing activities
Projects should demonstrate measurable community impact and long-term benefits for participants.
Priority Areas
Funding supports initiatives focused on:
- Community wellbeing
- Movement and physical activity programs
- Mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Social connection and inclusion
- Community resilience building
- Accessible fitness and recreation opportunities
- Wellbeing equity
- Capacity building for charitable organizations
- Inclusive movement practices
- Local community development
- Barrier reduction initiatives
- Underserved community support
Programs should clearly show how movement contributes to improved wellbeing outcomes.
Eligible Countries
Organizations operating in the following countries and regions may apply:
- Australia
- Canada
- China Mainland
- France
- Germany
- Hong Kong SAR
- India
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Macau SAR
- Malaysia
- Mexico
- Korea
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Singapore
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Vietnam
Organizations must operate within one or more of these eligible locations.
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include:
- Registered non-profit organizations
- Registered charities
- Organizations fiscally sponsored by a registered charity or non-profit
Organizations must:
- Advance wellbeing through movement programming
- Serve communities experiencing barriers to wellbeing
- Demonstrate a community-led approach
- Have at least one year of programming experience
- Maintain appropriate governance structures
Priority consideration is given to organizations with annual operating budgets below USD 3 million.
Ineligible Organizations
The following are not eligible to apply:
- Individuals
- Religious organizations and faith-based groups
- Political organizations
- Military organizations
- Government agencies
- Educational institutions
- Healthcare providers receiving direct payments for services
- Private foundations
- Grantmaking organizations
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations that have received Community Wellbeing Grant funding for three consecutive years
Organizations are also ineligible if they:
- Have annual operating budgets exceeding USD 10 million
- Have fewer than three board members
- Have less than one year of programming experience
Eligible Use of Funds
Grant funding may be used to:
- Expand movement-based programs
- Increase access to wellbeing activities
- Improve community outreach
- Strengthen program delivery
- Support underserved populations
- Build organizational capacity
- Enhance participant engagement
- Develop sustainable wellbeing initiatives
Projects should directly contribute to improved community wellbeing outcomes.
Ineligible Uses of Funds
Grant funds cannot be used for:
- One-time event sponsorships
- Workshops or retreats as standalone activities
- Sporting events
- Regranting programs
- Lobbying activities
- Benefits for lululemon or its employees
- Endowments
- Real estate purchases
- Interest-bearing investment accounts
- Equipment and capital assets with a combined value of USD 5,000 or more
Applicants should ensure budgets align with funding restrictions before submission.
Why This Grant Matters
Communities worldwide continue to face increasing challenges related to physical inactivity, social isolation, mental health concerns, and unequal access to wellbeing resources.
This grant is important because it:
- Supports grassroots organizations
- Expands access to movement-based wellbeing programs
- Strengthens underserved communities
- Promotes mental and physical health
- Encourages social inclusion
- Builds long-term community resilience
- Supports organizations that may have limited access to philanthropic funding
- Creates sustainable wellbeing opportunities for marginalized populations
By investing in local solutions, the program helps communities build healthier and more connected futures.
How to Apply
Organizations should follow these steps:
- Verify eligibility requirements.
- Confirm operation within an eligible country or region.
- Review organizational budget limits.
- Ensure the proposed program advances wellbeing through movement.
- Develop a clear project plan and budget.
- Demonstrate how the initiative addresses barriers to wellbeing.
- Prepare supporting organizational documentation.
- Submit the application through the designated grant process.
Applicants should clearly explain:
- Community needs being addressed
- Target beneficiaries
- Expected wellbeing outcomes
- Program activities
- Organizational capacity
- Use of requested funds
Tips for a Strong Application
Competitive applications often:
- Demonstrate strong community engagement
- Serve underserved or marginalized populations
- Present measurable outcomes
- Show evidence of program effectiveness
- Clearly explain barriers to wellbeing
- Include sustainable implementation plans
- Demonstrate organizational readiness
- Align closely with movement-based wellbeing objectives
Organizations that clearly connect movement activities with improved wellbeing outcomes are often stronger candidates.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applicants should avoid:
- Requesting funding above eligibility limits
- Submitting projects unrelated to movement or wellbeing
- Providing unclear budgets
- Failing to define measurable outcomes
- Targeting populations outside program priorities
- Proposing ineligible expenditures
- Submitting incomplete organizational information
- Demonstrating limited community impact
Careful attention to eligibility and program objectives can significantly improve competitiveness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much funding can organizations request?
Eligible organizations may request up to USD 50,000, provided the amount does not exceed 40% of their most recently completed fiscal year’s operating budget.
Who can apply?
Registered non-profits, charities, and organizations with a fiscal sponsor can apply if they advance wellbeing through movement-based programming.
What types of programs are supported?
Programs focused on physical activity, mental wellbeing, social connection, community resilience, and equitable access to wellbeing opportunities are eligible.
Are international organizations eligible?
Yes. Organizations operating in the program’s list of eligible countries and regions may apply.
Are organizations with large budgets eligible?
Organizations with annual operating budgets exceeding USD 10 million are not eligible. Priority is given to organizations with budgets below USD 3 million.
Can funding be used to purchase equipment?
Funding cannot be used for equipment or capital assets with a combined value of USD 5,000 or more.
Can previous grant recipients apply?
Organizations that have received Community Wellbeing Grant funding for three consecutive years are not eligible to apply.
Conclusion
The Community Wellbeing Grant powered by lululemon Gives provides critical support for charitable organizations that improve lives through movement-based wellbeing programs. With grants of up to USD 50,000, the initiative helps community-led organizations expand access to physical activity, strengthen mental wellbeing, reduce social isolation, and build healthier, more resilient communities. By prioritizing underserved populations and equitable access to wellbeing opportunities, the program continues to create meaningful impact in communities around the world
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