Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada Foundation (UOCCF)

The Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada Foundation (UOCCF) is a charitable foundation that supports the mission and growth of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Canada and its communities. Through financial assistance and grant funding, the Foundation helps sustain parishes, missions and church institutions, and encourages projects that strengthen spiritual life, education, culture and community outreach across the country.

The Foundation typically channels its resources into initiatives such as parish development, religious education, youth and camp programs, heritage and cultural activities, and projects that enhance the long‑term vitality of Ukrainian Orthodox communities. Funding is directed to registered parishes, church bodies and associated organizations rather than to individuals, with an emphasis on clearly defined projects and demonstrated community benefit.

Beneficiaries of UOCCF funding include local parishes, missions, diocesan structures, educational and catechetical programs, and community organizations working in close partnership with the Church. By offering structured financial support, the Foundation helps maintain places of worship, develop new ministries, support clergy and lay leadership formation, and preserve Ukrainian Orthodox spiritual and cultural traditions in Canada.

The Foundation is overseen by a board that manages donated funds and endowments, sets funding priorities in line with the Church’s mission, and evaluates applications according to stewardship and impact. As a registered charity, it is expected to operate with financial transparency and to report on how grants are used to advance religious, educational and cultural objectives within the Ukrainian Orthodox community.