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Building Safer Communities Grants
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Canada
Funding for community safety and violence prevention initiatives
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 29, 2024
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
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Overview
The Building Safer Communities Grant Program offers up to $150,000 in funding to community-based service providers. It supports initiatives aimed at crime and violence prevention for children, youth, and families in the City of St. John's, aligned with local safety strategies.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
Implement a youth mentorship program to prevent community violence
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Not-for-profit organizations and registered charities in Newfoundland and Labrador serving residents of St. John'sHow to apply
Step 1: Prepare your project proposal and supporting documents.Step 2: Send an email with the subject line 'Building Safer Communities Grant Program' with your application materials.Step 3: Await notification on application review and decision before the deadline.Step 4: If selected, review and sign the funding agreement.Step 5: Implement the project and submit progress reports as required.
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