Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
The Caring Community Grants Program provides funding for community-based projects across the Sea to Sky region that enhance well-being and improve quality of life. Through multiple targeted grant categories, the program supports arts, culture, youth, social care, health, environment, and community-led initiatives in Whistler, Pemberton, Mount Currie, and surrounding areas.
Program Overview
The Caring Community Grants Program supports community-based projects and programs that strengthen community well-being and improve quality of life across the Sea to Sky region.
The program is designed to respond to local needs by funding initiatives that create lasting community benefits, encourage social action, and support inclusive, people-focused development.
Program Goals and Focus Areas
The program aims to improve quality of life in Whistler and surrounding communities by supporting a wide range of local initiatives.
Key focus areas include arts and culture, education, the environment, health, and social services. The program also prioritizes projects that create long-term community legacies, promote social connection, and support or are led by local youth.
Grant Categories and Funding Amounts
The Caring Community Grants Program is structured into several grant categories, each addressing specific community priorities.
Whistler Community Grants provide up to $5,000 per project, with a total funding pool of $20,000, supporting initiatives that enhance well-being in the Whistler community.
Pemberton and Area Community Grants offer up to $3,000 per project from a total of $9,000, funding projects that create lasting benefits in Pemberton, Mount Currie, and surrounding areas.
Social Care Grants provide up to $3,500 per project, with a total of $3,500 available, supporting social action initiatives that advance health, economic stability, and social well-being across the Sea to Sky corridor.
Whistler Youth Grants offer up to $2,000 per project from a total of $2,000, encouraging programs that benefit local youth or are led by young people.
Wayne Flebbe Arts Grants support arts organizations in Whistler with funding of up to $3,500 per project, from a total of $7,000, covering operating costs, assets, and programs in performing, visual, and literary arts.
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible applicants must be organizations with Canadian charitable status registered with the Canada Revenue Agency or non-profit organizations registered with BC Societies.
Projects or programs must clearly benefit the local community within the Sea to Sky region and align with one or more of the program’s focus areas.
What Types of Projects Are Supported?
The program supports clearly defined projects or programs with specific objectives, outcomes, and timelines.
Funded initiatives may include community arts programming, youth engagement projects, social care and health initiatives, environmental activities, educational programs, and community-led social action.
Why This Program Matters
Strong, connected communities rely on local organizations that understand and respond to community needs.
The Caring Community Grants Program helps grassroots and non-profit organizations deliver meaningful initiatives that strengthen social connections, improve well-being, and create lasting positive impacts across the Sea to Sky region.
How the Program Works
Grants are awarded for defined purposes and outcomes over a specific period.
Applicants must demonstrate how their project addresses community needs, delivers measurable benefits, and aligns with the goals of the relevant grant category.
Tips for a Strong Application
Applicants should clearly describe the community need their project addresses and explain how the proposed activities will improve quality of life.
Strong applications include realistic budgets, clear timelines, and measurable outcomes that demonstrate community benefit.
Projects with strong local partnerships or youth involvement may be particularly competitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Caring Community Grants Program?
It is a funding program that supports community-based projects across the Sea to Sky region to enhance well-being and quality of life.
Who can apply for these grants?
Canadian registered charities and non-profits registered with BC Societies are eligible to apply.
What is the maximum funding available?
Funding ranges from $2,000 to $5,000 per project, depending on the grant category.
Are youth-focused projects eligible?
Yes. The program includes a dedicated Whistler Youth Grants category for youth-led or youth-benefiting initiatives.
Can arts organizations apply?
Yes. The Wayne Flebbe Arts Grants specifically support arts organizations in Whistler.
Do projects need to benefit a specific area?
Yes. Projects must benefit communities within the Sea to Sky region, such as Whistler, Pemberton, Mount Currie, or surrounding areas.
Conclusion
The Caring Community Grants Program plays an important role in supporting local initiatives that strengthen community well-being across the Sea to Sky region.
By funding arts, social care, youth, environmental, and community-led projects, the program helps create inclusive, resilient, and thriving communities with lasting positive impact.
For more information, visit Whistler Community Foundation.
