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The 2026 Community Grant Program provides funding to eligible organizations across Canada for projects that strengthen communities, promote equity, diversity and inclusion, encourage innovation, and create lasting positive social impact. The program primarily supports registered charities and other eligible nonprofit organizations that deliver measurable community benefits.

About the 2026 Community Grant Program

The 2026 Community Grant Program supports initiatives that improve community wellbeing, strengthen social inclusion, and create sustainable positive change across Canada. The Foundation invests in projects that encourage collaboration, address local challenges, and improve quality of life for diverse communities.

The grant program aims to fund organizations that develop innovative, community-driven solutions while promoting equity, diversity, inclusion, and long-term community resilience.

Focus Areas

The program supports projects related to:

• Community development
• Community engagement
• Equity, diversity and inclusion
• Indigenous Community development
• Urban and rural community initiatives
• Innovation and creative community solutions
• Social inclusion
• Community wellbeing
• Capacity building
• Sustainable community impact
• Collaborative partnerships
• Quality of life improvement

Funding Information

• Community grants are available for eligible organizations across Canada.
• Grants of up to $25,000 are available for LGBTIQA+ events in Victoria.
• Funding supports projects that deliver measurable and sustainable community benefits.

Program Objectives

The Foundation funds projects that:

• Inspire positive community change.
• Strengthen local communities.
• Improve quality of life.
• Promote diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Support innovative solutions to community challenges.
• Encourage collaboration between organizations.
• Deliver measurable social impact.
• Build stronger and more resilient communities.

Who is Eligible?

Eligible applicants include:

• Qualified donees under the Income Tax Act (Canada)
• Registered charities
• Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)-recognized organizations
• Eligible non-qualified donees that satisfy additional compliance requirements
• Registered societies
• Incorporated nonprofit organizations in good standing

Applicants must:

• Have operated continuously for at least one year.
• Maintain an active and independent Board of Directors.
• Demonstrate sound financial management.
• Maintain appropriate financial records and reporting systems.
• Meet all Foundation eligibility requirements.

Who is Not Eligible?

The Foundation does not fund:

• Sponsorships
• Sports clubs or sporting events
• Individual applicants
• Endowment funds
• Religious activities primarily serving members
• Political activities prohibited by the Canada Revenue Agency
• Other ineligible activities identified in the program guidelines

Why This Grant Matters

The Community Grant Program helps organizations:

• Expand community services.
• Improve social inclusion.
• Support underserved communities.
• Encourage local innovation.
• Strengthen nonprofit capacity.
• Create long-term community benefits.
• Foster collaboration among community partners.
• Build healthier, more vibrant communities.

How to Apply

Applicants should:

1. Review all program eligibility requirements.
2. Confirm organizational eligibility.
3. Develop a project aligned with program priorities.
4. Prepare a detailed project description.
5. Demonstrate measurable community impact.
6. Prepare organizational financial documentation.
7. Submit all required application materials before the deadline.
8. Respond to any additional information requests during assessment.

Application Tips

• Clearly explain the community need.
• Demonstrate measurable outcomes.
• Show long-term sustainability.
• Highlight collaboration with community partners.
• Present a realistic budget.
• Explain how the project promotes equity and inclusion.
• Ensure all required documents are complete before submission.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Applying without meeting eligibility requirements.
• Submitting incomplete documentation.
• Requesting funding for ineligible activities.
• Providing unclear project objectives.
• Failing to demonstrate measurable impact.
• Omitting financial information.
• Missing submission deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can apply for the Community Grant Program?

Eligible registered charities, qualified donees, incorporated nonprofit organizations, registered societies, and certain eligible non-qualified donees in Canada may apply.

What types of projects are supported?

Projects that strengthen communities, improve inclusion, promote innovation, encourage collaboration, and create measurable community impact.

What activities are not funded?

The Foundation does not fund sponsorships, sports clubs, individuals, endowment funds, political activities, or religious activities primarily serving members.

What should applicants demonstrate?

Applicants should demonstrate organizational capacity, sound governance, financial accountability, measurable outcomes, and alignment with the Foundation’s priorities.

How are applications evaluated?

Applications are assessed based on community impact, innovation, organizational capacity, financial management, sustainability, and alignment with funding priorities.

Can newly established organizations apply?

Organizations must generally have operated continuously for at least one year and satisfy all eligibility requirements.

Why is this funding important?

The program supports nonprofit organizations that create lasting improvements in community wellbeing, strengthen inclusion, and deliver sustainable social impact across Canada.

Conclusion

The 2026 Community Grant Program provides valuable funding for nonprofit organizations committed to building stronger, more inclusive, and resilient communities across Canada. Organizations with innovative, community-focused projects that demonstrate measurable impact and long-term sustainability are encouraged to apply and contribute to meaningful positive change.