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Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals
Funding for Anglican community crisis-response projects
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 1, 2026
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides funding for Anglican parishes, dioceses, and deaneries to support community bridge-building and crisis response. It supports new or existing initiatives addressing housing insecurity, poverty, addiction, mental health challenges, and community tension, with grants of up to $5,000 for Seed projects and up to $15,000 for Grow projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : September 1, 2026
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Housing
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community bridge-building and crisis-response projects.
- Initiatives supporting people experiencing housing insecurity, poverty, addiction, or mental health challenges.
- Projects that strengthen community response, dignity, and stability.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Anglican parishes.
- Anglican dioceses.
- Anglican deaneries.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside the Anglican parish, diocese, or deanery structure.
- Applicants without diocesan bishop endorsement.
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to community ministry and crisis-response initiatives.
- Structural or safety-related improvements needed for sustainable community use of church spaces.
- Training and capacity-building for volunteers and community members.
Eligible geographic areas
Canada
Selection criteria
- Mission alignment and shared approach to delivery.
- Involvement of, or support from, an external community partner.
- Focus on community ministry rather than infrastructure.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program details and eligibility requirements.
- Step 2: Complete the online application form when it is published in early August.
- Step 3: Submit the proposal through the online application form.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are reviewed by the AFC Board of Directors in November 2026.
- Grant recipients are announced in early December.
- Selected recipients are invited to take part in online shared-learning conversations during the 2027 program year.
Additional information
- Recipients will be invited to participate in one or more online shared-learning conversations during the 2027 program year.
- Priority may be given to first-time RFP applicants if requests exceed available funds.
- Proposals submitted do not count toward the four submissions allowed per diocese each year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals Program
What is the Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals?
This program provides funding for Anglican parishes, dioceses, and deaneries to support community bridge-building and crisis response. It supports new or existing initiatives addressing housing insecurity, poverty, addiction, mental health challenges, and community tension, with grants of up to $5,000 for Seed projects and up to $15,000 for Grow projects.
How much funding can be received?
Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on September 1, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals program?
To be eligible for the Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals program, you must:
Anglican parish, diocese, or deanery.
Diocesan bishop endorsement required.
Project must fit the program focus.
What expenses are eligible under Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals?
Community bridge-building and crisis-response projects.
Initiatives supporting people experiencing housing insecurity, poverty, addiction, or mental health challenges.
Projects that strengthen community response, dignity, and stability.
Who can I contact for more information about the Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals?
You can contact The Anglican Foundation of Canada (AFC) by email at [email protected] or by phone at none.
Where is the Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals available?
The Anglican Foundation of Canada 2026 Request for Proposals program is available across Canada.