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Anti-Black Racism Grants
Last Update: February 4, 2026
NS, Canada
Supports community-led efforts to combat anti-Black racism.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Overview
This program offers financial support to community organizations committed to addressing anti-Black racism. Funding ranges from $500 to $10,000 to support grassroots projects promoting racial equality and social justice.
Activities funded
- Organizing community events and workshops.
- Implementing educational campaigns and outreach programs.
- Advocacy and community mobilization activities.
- Developing resources addressing anti-Black racism topics.
- Supporting community dialogues and participatory projects.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 9,500
Community education initiative to combat anti-Black racism awareness
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations serving African Nova Scotia or African descent communities.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that do not serve or involve the targeted communities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- The program does not cover activities unrelated to racial equality or community engagement.
- Expenses for activities outside the scope of anti-Black racism initiatives are ineligible.
- Funding cannot be used for administrative costs unrelated to the project.
- Projects that do not address at least one identified form of anti-Black racism are not eligible.
Eligible geographic areas
Halifax and surrounding regions within Nova ScotiaSelection criteria
- Alignment with program priorities on anti-Black racism.
- Community impact and involvement.
- Feasibility and clarity of project plan.
- Demonstrated capacity of the organization.
How to apply
Prepare your project proposal outlining objectives and activities.Gather supporting documents such as organizational profile and budget.Complete the application form available by email or mail.Send your application before the October 31, 2025 deadline.Wait for the review process and notification of funding decision.
Processing and Agreement
Contacts
ANSAIO@halifax.ca
NS, Canada
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