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B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant program?

To be eligible for the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant program, you must: B3 charitable or non-profit organization Addresses at least one focus area Based in Canada

Q: What expenses are eligible under B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant?

Initiatives that combat Anti-Black Racism. Initiatives that improve social outcomes in Black communities. Initiatives that improve economic outcomes in Black communities. Capital projects and social infrastructure initiatives to create or improve community spaces.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant?

You can contact The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC).

Q: Where is the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant available?

The B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Flexible support for Black-led community initiatives

Grant and Funding

The Foundation for Black Communities

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

The program provides up to $200,000 in one-year flexible funding for Black-mandated, Black-led, and Black-serving charitable and non-profit organizations in Canada. It supports core operations, new or expanded programs and services, and community space capital projects addressing anti-Black racism and social or economic outcomes.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 200,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : November 5, 2025

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
Economic, Social and Community Development
Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Minority groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants
Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Fee-for-service model

Scope

National

Activities funded

Initiatives that combat Anti-Black Racism.
Initiatives that improve social outcomes in Black communities.
Initiatives that improve economic outcomes in Black communities.
Capital projects and social infrastructure initiatives to create or improve community spaces.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 195,000

Upgrade a community hub to expand culturally safe services

$ 78,000

Run paid skills training and job placements for Black youth

Eligibility

The initiative must be led by a Black-mandated, Black-led, and Black-serving (B3) charitable or non-profit organization.
The initiative must address at least one focus area: combatting Anti-Black Racism, improving social outcomes, or improving economic outcomes.
The initiative must align with the Sustainable Development Goals and Social Determinants of Health.
The initiative must be based in Canada.
The initiative must be completed by March 31, 2027.

Who is eligible?

Black-mandated, Black-led, and Black-serving (B3) charitable organizations in Canada.
Black-mandated, Black-led, and Black-serving (B3) non-profit organizations in Canada.

Eligible expenses

Core and operational needs unrelated to programming (Core Stream).
Costs to invest in new or expanded programs and services (Catapult Stream).
Capital project and social infrastructure costs (Community Spaces Stream).

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Processing and Agreement

Funding decisions are expected by March 2026.

Additional information

Total program investment is stated as $8 million across Canada.
Funding is intended to be flexible and provided for one year.
Funding decisions are expected by March 2026.
Funded initiatives must be completed by March 31, 2027.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the B.I.G. – Black Ideas Grant. 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.