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Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative
Support for a Western Black-led intermediary
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Funding available
$ 1,400,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
Eligible organizations in Western Canada or the Territories can request up to $1.4 million over 3 years. This funding supports a Western intermediary to launch calls for proposals, manage funding agreements, and support Black-led non-profit organizations across Canada.
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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 : 1,400,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Black Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2022
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Set up project infrastructure, including hiring and supervising staff and contractors, and developing a work plan.
- Establish partnerships with other Black-led organizations in Canada and hold regular meetings with partners.
- Launch a call for proposals and develop a communication plan including the Call for Proposals.
- Manage and redistribute funding to grassroots organizations, put in place sub-agreement holders, collaborate with sub-agreement holders, and monitor activities.
- Hold community of practice sessions and webinars for grassroots organizations, and develop evaluation, sustainability, and data collection tools.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Completed budget detail template
- Audited financial statements for the last 2 years
- Completed attestation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Black-led organizations
- Organizations in Western Canada or the Territories
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Private or for-profit organizations
- Provincial or territorial governments
Eligible expenses
- Wages and mandatory employment costs
- Networking, partnership, communication, and travel costs
- Equipment purchases and renovation or retrofit costs
- Professional fees for project management, evaluation, translation, editing, marketing, and data collection
- Project-related administrative costs such as rent, postage, telephones, IT, and head office support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Purchase of real property
- Consultant fees for individuals already paid by your organization or partner
- Costs to prepare the proposal
- Entertainment costs
- Costs incurred outside the contribution agreement dates
- Fines or penalties
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
- Saskatchewan
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Yukon
- Nunavut
- Northwest Territories
Selection criteria
- Organizational capacity for financial management, governance, and results reporting.
- Ability to support Black Canadian communities and grassroots organizations.
- Quality and feasibility of project activities and timelines.
- Project impact, expected results, and reporting plan.
- Reasonableness and relevance of project costs.
How to apply
- Step 1: Gather supporting documents
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare the audited financial statements for the last 2 years.
- Complete the budget detail template.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Read the applicant guide.
- Fill out the application form and budget template online or by hand.
- Step 3: Submit the package
- Send the complete application by email or by mail.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for eligibility first.
- Eligible applications are assessed against program objectives and other selection criteria.
- Incomplete applications may be returned for missing information within 15 business days.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by email.
- A signed funding agreement must be in place before project activities begin.
Additional information
- Only one application per organization will be considered.
- Applicants must submit a complete application package.
- Funding is subject to ESDC budget considerations and Parliamentary appropriations.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding agreement before starting activities.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative Program
What is the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative?
Eligible organizations in Western Canada or the Territories can request up to $1.4 million over 3 years. This funding supports a Western intermediary to launch calls for proposals, manage funding agreements, and support Black-led non-profit organizations across Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,400,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization
Located in Western Canada or the Territories
Black-led and serving Black Canadian communities
What expenses are eligible under Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative?
Set up project infrastructure, including hiring and supervising staff and contractors, and developing a work plan.
Establish partnerships with other Black-led organizations in Canada and hold regular meetings with partners.
Launch a call for proposals and develop a communication plan including the Call for Proposals.
Manage and redistribute funding to grassroots organizations, put in place sub-agreement holders, collaborate with sub-agreement holders, and monitor activities.
Hold community of practice sessions and webinars for grassroots organizations, and develop evaluation, sustainability, and data collection tools.
Who can I contact for more information about the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at EDSC.ACNC-SBCC.ESDC@canada.gc.ca.
Where is the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative available?
The Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative program is available across Canada.
Is the Apply to become a Western intermediary under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
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