Closed
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 23, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports Black-led, Black-serving organizations working to advance justice and equity for Black communities across Canada. Funding ranges from $25,000 to $100,000 for projects such as reintegration, prevention, mental health supports, legal empowerment, and policy advocacy.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 23, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
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
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Law and Legal Services
- Social Services
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Reintegration programs
- Prevention and support services
- Mental health and wellbeing supports
- Legal system reform and access to justice initiatives
- Education and policy advocacy initiatives
Documents Needed
- Project budget
- Recent financial records
- Audited financial statements, if applying for $50,000 annually
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Black-led organizations
- Black-serving organizations
- Black-focused organizations
- Registered nonprofits and charities in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered nonprofits or charities in Canada
- Organizations without a justice-related focus
- Organizations that have declared bankruptcy
Eligible expenses
- Project-related costs included in the approved proposal
- Costs supporting justice initiatives and service expansion
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Purchase of real property, such as land or buildings
- Depreciation of capital assets
- Fines and penalties
- Alcoholic beverages
- Costs outside the submitted proposal or covered by another funding source
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Only complete applications are considered.
- Selected organizations receive funding based on the program review.
Additional information
- Up to 13 organizations will be selected.
- Funding may be provided for one year or over two years.
- Applicants can use the applicant guide on SurveyMonkey Apply for submission support.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BOF Justice Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BOF Justice Grant Program. 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 BOF Justice Grant Program?
This program supports Black-led, Black-serving organizations working to advance justice and equity for Black communities across Canada. Funding ranges from $25,000 to $100,000 for projects such as reintegration, prevention, mental health supports, legal empowerment, and policy advocacy.
How much funding can be received?
BOF Justice Grant Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the BOF Justice Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the BOF Justice Grant Program program, you must:
Black-led, Black-serving organizations
Registered nonprofit or charity in Canada
Justice-related project with a clear expansion plan
What expenses are eligible under BOF Justice Grant Program?
Reintegration programs
Prevention and support services
Mental health and wellbeing supports
Legal system reform and access to justice initiatives
Education and policy advocacy initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the BOF Justice Grant Program?
You can contact Black Opportunity Fund (BOF).
Where is the BOF Justice Grant Program available?
The BOF Justice Grant Program program is available across Canada.
Is the BOF Justice Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BOF Justice Grant Program is a Grant and Funding