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BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program
Funding and capacity building for Black-led nonprofits
Funding available
$ 20,000
Deadline
April 24, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides $20,000 in funding for Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving nonprofits and charities in Canada. It also supports capacity building, coaching, and training for projects aligned with BOF priority areas.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- $ 2,500,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Women & girls
- Nonprofits / charities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects in education, health, women and gender, criminal justice, arts and culture, youth, housing and shelter, or food security.
- Community-based initiatives aligned with BOF priority areas.
Documents Needed
- Up-to-date financial records
- Project budget
- Proof of registered Canadian nonprofit or charitable status
- Evidence of an existing or secured project in a priority area
- Online presence information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Black-led nonprofits.
- Black-focused charities.
- Black-serving Canadian nonprofit organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving.
- Organizations that are not registered Canadian nonprofits or charities.
- Organizations in bankruptcy or with unresolved tax debt.
Eligible expenses
- Funding may be allocated to charitable purposes.
- Funding may be allocated to operational needs.
- Funding may be allocated to program needs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Greater Toronto Area
- Halifax Regional Municipality
- East Hants
- Windsor-Essex County
Selection criteria
- Alignment with BOF priority areas.
- Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving mandate.
- Existing project or secured proposed project.
- Ability to participate in the required capacity-building program.
Additional information
- Selected organizations receive coaching from certified professional Black coaches.
- Access to curated online resources is included for all applicants.
- The program runs over 8 months with mandatory capacity-building participation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program Program
What is the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program?
This program provides $20,000 in funding for Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving nonprofits and charities in Canada. It also supports capacity building, coaching, and training for projects aligned with BOF priority areas.
How much funding can be received?
BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program program?
To be eligible for the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program program, you must:
Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving.
Registered Canadian nonprofit or charity.
Project in a priority area.
What expenses are eligible under BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program?
Projects in education, health, women and gender, criminal justice, arts and culture, youth, housing and shelter, or food security.
Community-based initiatives aligned with BOF priority areas.
Who can I contact for more information about the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program?
You can contact Black Opportunity Fund (BOF).
Where is the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program available?
The BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program program is available across Canada.
Is the BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BOF & BCFC Grant and B3 Capacity Building Program is a Other Support