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2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund Funds up to $600,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund program?

To be eligible for the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund program, you must: Canadian not-for-profit Primarily serves 2SLGBTQI+ communities Incorporated/registered (or Stream 2)

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund?

You can contact Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE).

Q: Where is the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund available?

The 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Build organizational capacity in 2SLGBTQI+ communities

Grant and Funding

Women and Gender Equality Canada

Overview

This funding supports capacity-building projects for 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations and networks across Canada. It provides up to $600,000 for eligible incorporated or registered organizations to improve areas such as governance, financial management, collaboration, people management, planning, learning, and organizational development.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 600,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

LGBTQ+ community
Nonprofits / charities

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local
Regional
Provincial
National

Activities funded

Strengthening organizational decision-making practices
Improving financial management practices
Building collaboration and network capacity
Enhancing people management and organizational effectiveness
Supporting planning, learning, and organizational development (including learning about 2SLGBTQI+ challenges and barriers)

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 585,000

Modernize governance, finance, HR, and data systems for sustainable growth

$ 23,500

Incorporate a new 2SLGBTQI+ network and build core policies

Documents Needed

Proof of incorporation or registration (unless applying under Stream 2)
Organization mandate
Description of the organization’s experience working with 2SLGBTQI+ communities

Eligibility

Be a Canadian organization
Be a not-for-profit organization
Work primarily or entirely with 2SLGBTQI+ communities (provide mandate and describe relevant experience)
Provide proof of incorporation or registration (not required for Stream 2 applicants)

Who is eligible?

Canadian not-for-profit 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations
Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ community networks
Incorporated or registered organizations (Stream 1)
Organizations not yet incorporated or registered (Stream 2)

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.