Deadline: 1-Sep-23
The Gwaii Trust Society is accepting applications for the Community Innovation Grant Program.
The purpose of this grant is to fund innovative small projects that will contribute to enhancing the overall wellbeing of islanders, their communities, and Haida Gwaii. While a wide variety of projects are eligible for funding, key priorities for this grant are job creation, health and wellness, and education and training.
Funding Information
- Maximum funding for an organization is $10,000 per year
- Equity requirement:
- Nonprofit organizations: 25%
- Local governments: 50%
Eligible uses of the grant
- Priority will be given to projects that support health and wellness, job creation and education and training.
- Other eligible uses include support for projects that focus on language, the environment, infrastructure needs, emergency preparedness or technology.
- Temporary jobs that create internships, mentorships, summer student positions, and work experience leading to future employment or professional development for Haida Gwaii Residents. Organizations that apply for temporary jobs may apply year after year to Community Innovation.
- Other innovative ideas are welcome.
Eligibility Criteria
- Local non-profit organizations
- Local governments
Ineligible uses of the grant
- Core funding.
- Expenses incurred prior to approval.
- Applications for temporary jobs that seek to support previously staffed positions, existing positions, or that relieve government or primarily government funded organizations of their responsibilities.
For more information, visit Community Innovation Grant Program.