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Blue River Foundation — General Funding
Funding for animal welfare and nutrition
Offered by
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Blue River Foundation provides financial support for animal welfare and nutritional support programs. It focuses on organizations helping animals, youth, and adults in Atlantic Canada.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Animal Protection
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Animal welfare initiatives and rescue support.
- Educational programs related to animal welfare.
- Nutritional support programs for youth and adults facing food insecurity.
- Projects that improve access to healthy food and encourage healthy eating.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Other qualified donors under the Income Tax Act
Eligible geographic areas
- Atlantic Canada
Selection criteria
- The request must meet all foundation criteria.
- Preference is given to projects aligned with the foundation’s focus areas.
How to apply
- Step 1: Online application
- Complete the online application form.
- Step 2: Board review
- The board reviews applications in the spring and fall.
- Step 3: Follow-up by email
- If the request meets all criteria, the foundation contacts the applicant for additional information.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the board twice a year.
- If the request meets all criteria, the foundation contacts the applicant by email for additional information.
- A more detailed outline of the request may then be required.
Additional information
- The foundation is a private, family-managed, not-for-profit philanthropic organization.
- It supports registered charities and other qualified donors under the Income Tax Act.
- Applications are reviewed twice a year, in spring and fall.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Blue River Foundation — General Funding Program
What is the Blue River Foundation — General Funding?
Blue River Foundation provides financial support for animal welfare and nutritional support programs. It focuses on organizations helping animals, youth, and adults in Atlantic Canada.
Who is eligible for the Blue River Foundation — General Funding program?
To be eligible for the Blue River Foundation — General Funding program, you must:
Registered charity or qualified donor
Animal welfare or nutrition focus
Atlantic Canada focus
What expenses are eligible under Blue River Foundation — General Funding?
Animal welfare initiatives and rescue support.
Educational programs related to animal welfare.
Nutritional support programs for youth and adults facing food insecurity.
Projects that improve access to healthy food and encourage healthy eating.
Where is the Blue River Foundation — General Funding available?
The Blue River Foundation — General Funding program is available across Canada.
Is the Blue River Foundation — General Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Blue River Foundation — General Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Blue River Foundation — General Funding?
Blue River Foundation — General Funding is funded by Blue River Foundation