Fondation Maurice-Tanguay supports families and non-profit organizations working with children who have physical or intellectual disabilities or special needs. View Fondation Maurice Tanguay Inc.'s website for more information.
Fondation Maurice-Tanguay is an important Quebec philanthropic actor for families and organizations serving children with special needs. Its funding model links public fundraising, major community campaigns, and direct financial assistance, turning donor participation into support for children, families, schools, and nonprofit projects. For organizations, the foundation asks applicants to explain the seriousness of the project, the target clientele, objectives, detailed budget, partners, requested amount, and visibility plan, while also providing legal documents. This process encourages applicants to clarify project scope and demonstrate that funds will directly improve the lives of children with disabilities or special needs. The Foundation explicitly avoids salaries and operating costs, which positions its support as project-focused and impact-driven. In the funding ecosystem, it helps fill a sensitive gap: many needs related to adapted equipment, respite, specialized activities, and family support are too individualized or urgent for standard grant programs. The foundation’s visibility and fundraising engine also mobilize private contributions into community benefit, reinforcing a bridge between donors, businesses, families, and front-line organizations.