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Capacity Building Fund - Quebec - Canada
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Capacity Building Fund

Supports non-profits in enhancing organizational capacity and community impact
City of Calgary (WCEF)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : January 2, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Capacity Building Fund supports eligible non-profits undertaking one-time projects aimed at increasing their social impact and organizational resilience. The fund offers up to $100,000 for initiatives that promote good governance, community engagement, digital transformation, and other strategic activities. This program prioritizes community-based organizations actively improving the well-being of Calgarians, with a focus on fostering organizational sustainability and response to emerging social issues. Approved projects must demonstrate their capacity to contribute positively to the community and meet the strategic objectives outlined by the funding body.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : January 2, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Research
  • Social Services
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Eligible non-profit organizations
  • Community organizations serving Calgary
  • Organizations committed to social impact and community improvement

Who is not eligible

  • For-profit businesses
  • Organizations without legal nonprofit status
  • Projects outside Calgary or not serving Calgarians
  • Applicants with unresolved previous funding issues

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities unrelated to capacity building or organizational effectiveness
  • Operational expenses outside the scope of the project
  • Activities not aligned with community impact goals
  • Expenses incurred before project approval
  • Unapproved project-related costs

Eligible geographic areas

Calgary

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by the City of Calgary by April 2025
  • Applicants will receive notification of approval or refusal
  • Selected projects must formalize the funding agreement prior to disbursement
  • Funds are disbursed following the approval of the funding agreement
  • Reporting and compliance requirements will be outlined in the agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about the Capacity Building Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Capacity Building Fund. 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 Capacity Building Fund?

The Capacity Building Fund supports eligible non-profits undertaking one-time projects aimed at increasing their social impact and organizational resilience. The fund offers up to $100,000 for initiatives that promote good governance, community engagement, digital transformation, and other strategic activities. This program prioritizes community-based organizations actively improving the well-being of Calgarians, with a focus on fostering organizational sustainability and response to emerging social issues. Approved projects must demonstrate their capacity to contribute positively to the community and meet the strategic objectives outlined by the funding body.

How much funding can be received?

Capacity Building Fund Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Capacity Building Fund program?

To be eligible for the Capacity Building Fund program, you must: Open to eligible non-profits enhancing organizational effectiveness

Where is the Capacity Building Fund available?

The Capacity Building Fund program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Capacity Building Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Capacity Building Fund is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Capacity Building Fund?

Capacity Building Fund is funded by City of Calgary (WCEF)

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