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Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund
Funding for Black-led community initiatives
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000 - $ 250,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2024
- Closing date : November 8, 2024
Location
Gatineau, Toronto, Montréal, Outaouais, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
This program offers up to CAD 250,000 to support Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused organizations in Canada. It funds initiatives that fight anti-Black racism, improve social outcomes, and strengthen economic outcomes for Black communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Minimum amount : 40,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : October 1, 2024
- Closing date : November 8, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Gatineau, Toronto
- Montréal, Outaouais
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Black Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Education
- Research
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Grant-making Foundations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
- Religious Congregations and Associations
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Seniors
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Anti-Black racism initiatives
- Projects improving social outcomes for Black communities
- Projects improving economic outcomes for Black communities
- New programs, services, or approaches
- Expansion or continuation of existing programs and services
- Community infrastructure and social infrastructure projects
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Project budget
- Financial statements, for the Community Capital stream
- Annual operating budget, for the Community Capital stream
- Supporting documents showing prior work, for the Community Capital stream
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Incorporated non-profit organizations
- Other qualified donees
- Unincorporated groups and collectives with an incorporated partner
- Black leaders applying with an incorporated partner
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations and businesses
- Individuals
- Commercial organizations
- Political organizations
- Applicants whose work is not Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused
Eligible expenses
- Staff costs and salaries
- Non-staff operating costs
- Administrative expenses
- Equipment, furniture, and office supplies
- Research, planning, testing, and evaluation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Deficit financing
- Alcohol- or cannabis-related purchases, permits, or related renovations
- Political or religious activities
- Fundraising or capitalization campaigns
- Activities or expenses outside Canada or before the contract start date
- Land or building purchases
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- National or multi-regional initiatives in Canada
- At least two provinces for Community Capital projects
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by community selection circles made up of applicants and community members.
- The circles make funding recommendations to the board.
- Applicants are notified of final decisions by March 2024.
- Approved recipients must sign a funding agreement before receiving payment.
- For larger grants, payments are released after a satisfactory mid-term review.
Additional information
- Applications were accepted through an online portal.
- Applicants could submit an oral application if they reserved a spot.
- Selected recipients were asked to recognize the funding publicly.
- The program uses community selection circles for review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund. 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.
What is the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund?
This program offers up to CAD 250,000 to support Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused organizations in Canada. It funds initiatives that fight anti-Black racism, improve social outcomes, and strengthen economic outcomes for Black communities.
How much funding can be received?
Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 8, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund program?
To be eligible for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund program, you must:
Black-led and Black-serving
Based in Canada
Project fits program priorities
What expenses are eligible under Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund?
Anti-Black racism initiatives
Projects improving social outcomes for Black communities
Projects improving economic outcomes for Black communities
New programs, services, or approaches
Expansion or continuation of existing programs and services
Community infrastructure and social infrastructure projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund?
You can contact The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) by email at fund@forblackcommunities.org or by phone at 1.833.44BLACK.
Where is the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund available?
The Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund program is available Montréal, Outaouais, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.