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A.P.E Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

A.P.E Fund Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the A.P.E Fund program?

To be eligible for the A.P.E Fund program, you must: Roots & Shoots Canada member Project in Canada Addresses animals, people, environment

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the A.P.E Fund?

You can contact The Jane Goodall Institute For Wildlife Research, Education And Conservation (JGIC).

Q: Where is the A.P.E Fund available?

The A.P.E Fund program is available across Canada.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the A.P.E Fund?

A.P.E Fund is funded by The Jane Goodall Institute For Wildlife Research, Education And Conservation (JGIC)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Supports community projects addressing interconnected environmental and social crises

Grant and Funding

The Jane Goodall Institute For Wildlife Research, Education And Conservation

Overview

The program provides up to $1,000 to support high-needs Roots & Shoots projects in Canada. Funding helps implement community initiatives that address biodiversity loss, environmental inequity, and climate change.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 1,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : October 13, 2025

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

Environment
Animal Protection

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

National

Activities funded

Implementation of high-needs Roots & Shoots projects in Canadian communities
Community initiatives addressing biodiversity loss, environmental inequity, and climate change together

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 980

Create a native pollinator garden with accessible community food beds

$ 995

Pilot youth composting program that diverts organics and builds habitat

Eligibility

The applicant must be a member of Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Canada.
The project must take place in Canada.
The project must address the convergence of biodiversity loss (animals), environmental inequity (people), and climate change (environment).

Who is eligible?

Members of Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Canada

Who is not eligible

Non-members of Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Canada
Applicants proposing projects outside Canada

Eligible expenses

Costs to implement a Roots & Shoots project in the community

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Additional information

A.P.E. stands for animals, people, and the environment.
The program supports high-needs Roots & Shoots projects across Canada.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the A.P.E Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the A.P.E 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.