Grant and Funding Programs Offered by SurreyCares

SurreyCares Community Foundation is a charitable community foundation serving Surrey, British Columbia and surrounding areas. It pools donations and endowment funds from individuals, families, businesses, and other donors, and invests these assets to generate sustainable income. The resulting investment earnings are then distributed as grants to local registered charities and community initiatives that improve quality of life in Surrey.

The foundation typically supports a wide range of sectors, including social services, poverty reduction, education and youth, health and wellness, arts and culture, and community development. Its granting activity is focused on organizations operating in or directly benefiting the Surrey community.

SurreyCares administers multiple granting streams that may include annual community grants, targeted funds created by donors, and special initiatives or partnership funds. Through these programs, eligible charities can apply for project-based funding, operating support, or seed funding for new community initiatives, subject to the criteria set for each fund or call for proposals.

The foundation publishes information on how to apply for grants, including eligibility conditions, geographic focus, timelines, and assessment processes. It also highlights examples of past recipients, such as local social service agencies and organizations like City Dream Centre Society, demonstrating its active role as a grantmaker in the region.

While specific criteria vary by program, SurreyCares generally looks for initiatives that demonstrate clear community benefit, strong governance and financial stewardship, realistic budgets, and measurable outcomes. Priority is often given to projects that address pressing local needs, foster collaboration among community partners, and build long-term capacity in Surrey’s nonprofit sector.

As a community foundation, SurreyCares is overseen by a volunteer board of directors and operates within a framework of transparency and accountability. It typically shares information about its funds, financial statements, granting totals, and lists of recipients, allowing donors and community members to understand how resources are allocated and what impact has been achieved.

Beneficiaries of SurreyCares’ grants include a broad array of registered charities working with vulnerable populations, families, youth, seniors, newcomers, and other groups in Surrey. By connecting donor contributions to local needs through structured grant programs, the foundation plays a key role in strengthening the nonprofit ecosystem and enhancing social, cultural, and economic well-being across the community.