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Anti-Black Racism Grants
Funding for community anti-Black racism projects
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 10,000
Deadline
October 31, 2025
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding from $500 to $10,000 for community-based projects that address anti-Black racism in Halifax. It supports grassroots initiatives led by and for African Nova Scotian and African descent communities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Community-based projects that address anti-Black racism
- Projects that build awareness and understanding of anti-Black racism
- Initiatives that strengthen community capacity and inclusion
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Required attachments supporting the application
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Eligible organizations
- African Nova Scotian community groups
- Organizations from African descent communities
- Grassroots, volunteer-led groups
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for project-specific specialists or facilitators
- Technical studies and plans
- Adaptive aids and accessibility supports
- Project-specific rental, marketing, research, publishing, and event costs
- Construction projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Recurring operating expenses and core overhead
- Personal items, bursaries, prizes, awards, and scholarships
- School-based or academic programs and academic or commercial research
- Religious or political promotion, fundraising events, and recurring festivals
- Pre-paid or retroactive expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Halifax, Nova Scotia
Selection criteria
- Funding impact and inability to self-fund
- Community benefit and awareness-building
- Organizational capacity and viability
- Alignment with municipal and anti-Black racism priorities
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Include the required attachments.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the full application by mail or courier to ANSAIO in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
- Or email the application to ANSAIO@halifax.ca.
- Step 3: Confirm receipt
- Make sure you receive confirmation of receipt.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by municipal staff against the program criteria.
- Recommendations are sent to the Halifax Regional Municipality Grants Committee.
- If endorsed, the report goes to Halifax Regional Council for final approval.
- Applicants are contacted after the decision.
- Successful recipients must submit a final report.
Additional information
- Applicants should show how the project addresses anti-Black racism.
- Priority is given to African Nova Scotian and African descent communities.
- Grassroots, volunteer-led groups serving local residents are emphasized.
- Final reporting is required for successful applicants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Anti-Black Racism Grants Program
What is the Anti-Black Racism Grants?
This program provides funding from $500 to $10,000 for community-based projects that address anti-Black racism in Halifax. It supports grassroots initiatives led by and for African Nova Scotian and African descent communities.
How much funding can be received?
Anti-Black Racism Grants Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Anti-Black Racism Grants program?
To be eligible for the Anti-Black Racism Grants program, you must:
Eligible organization
Community-based project
Addresses anti-Black racism
What expenses are eligible under Anti-Black Racism Grants?
Community-based projects that address anti-Black racism
Projects that build awareness and understanding of anti-Black racism
Initiatives that strengthen community capacity and inclusion
Who can I contact for more information about the Anti-Black Racism Grants?
You can contact Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) by email at ANSAIO@halifax.ca.
Where is the Anti-Black Racism Grants available?
The Anti-Black Racism Grants program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Anti-Black Racism Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Anti-Black Racism Grants is a Grant and Funding