Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Yves and Gladys Cheng Foundation

Role of the Foundation in the Funding Ecosystem

The Yves and Gladys Cheng Foundation serves as a dedicated funding source for Christian ministries and organizations in Quebec. Established in 2009, the foundation provides both one-time and renewable annual grants to support Gospel proclamation efforts.

General Evaluation Criteria for Applications

Organizations must be registered as charitable organizations with the Canada Revenue Agency and headquartered in Quebec. Programs must be approved by a CRA-registered charitable organization. The foundation focuses on long-term commitments, renewing support yearly as long as organizations continue their Gospel-focused activities.

Transparency, Governance, and Accountability

The foundation operates with clear funding regulations published on its website. Application deadlines (September 1st), review periods (September-December), and notification timelines (by January 31st) are transparently communicated. Grant recipients must complete annual renewal forms to maintain funding.

History and Evolution

Founded in 2009 by Dr. Yves I-Bing Cheng, the foundation resulted from his desire to promote Christian outreach. The fund is composed of the foundation itself and Dr. Cheng's personal and corporate assets, fully capitalized with proceeds distributed annually.

Supported Audiences and Overall Impact

The foundation supports Christian workers and organizations in Quebec, including ministries and programs focused on spreading the Gospel. It does not fund emergency requests, loans, infrastructure, churches, or non-Canadian organizations.

Institutional Partnerships and Networks

The foundation requires all funded organizations to be registered with the Canada Revenue Agency, ensuring legitimate charitable status and accountability.