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BMO Gives - Canada
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BMO Gives

Supports community and environmental resilience projects in North America.
Last Update: June 22, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

This grant supports community resilience and environmental sustainability projects in North America. It provides flexible funding to organizations working on social, cultural, educational, and conservation initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Research
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Local

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Implementing financial literacy and skills development programs.
  • Supporting social services, health equity, education, and arts activities.
  • Conducting conservation and environmental awareness campaigns.
  • Developing innovative research in environmental and societal resilience.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations active in community development.
  • Community groups focusing on social and environmental issues.
  • Educational and cultural institutions committed to social resilience.
  • Environmental conservation organizations.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations not engaged in community or environmental projects.
  • Private businesses without a non-profit status.

Eligible geographic areas

North America

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with community resilience and environmental sustainability goals.
  • Potential impact on social or ecological outcomes.
  • Project feasibility and implementation plan quality.
  • Organizational capacity to manage and evaluate the project.

How to apply

Create an online account on the application platform.Complete a brief eligibility assessment.Prepare project proposal and supporting documents.Submit your application through the online platform.Await review and notification of decision.

Frequently Asked Questions about the BMO Gives Program

What is the BMO Gives?

This grant supports community resilience and environmental sustainability projects in North America. It provides flexible funding to organizations working on social, cultural, educational, and conservation initiatives.

What expenses are eligible under BMO Gives?

Implementing financial literacy and skills development programs. Supporting social services, health equity, education, and arts activities. Conducting conservation and environmental awareness campaigns. Developing innovative research in environmental and societal resilience.

Where is the BMO Gives available?

The BMO Gives program is available across Canada.

Who are the financial supporters of the BMO Gives?

BMO Gives is funded by Bank of Montreal (BMO)

Who can I contact for more information about the BMO Gives?

You can contact Bank of Montreal (BMO).