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CBF Charitable Fund
Supports charitable projects benefiting Canadians
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The CBF Charitable Fund supports charitable projects that benefit Canadians, with a stated total of more than $1,337,248 in grants historically. It funds specific projects and may consider capital, pilot, demonstration, or multi-year initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Grant-making Foundations
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Charitable projects that benefit Canadians.
- Local, provincial, national, or international charitable initiatives.
- Capital projects with demonstrated need.
- Pilot or demonstration projects with a realistic path to long-term viability.
Documents Needed
- Charity name and registration number
- Contact person name
- Full mailing address and phone number
- Email address, if available
- Project outline, funding amount requested, and recognition plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Local charities
- Provincial charities
- National charities
- International charities
Who is not eligible
- Religious organizations seeking support for religious activities.
- Political organizations seeking support for political activities.
- Established organizations seeking operating support.
- Projects intended to duplicate government funding.
Eligible expenses
- Funding for specific charitable projects.
- Capital project costs, when need is demonstrated.
- Pilot or demonstration project costs.
- General or defined-purpose charitable funding.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Religious activities or religious organizations.
- Political activities or political organizations.
- Endowment funds.
- Operating expenses or ongoing support for established programs.
- Projects duplicating other government funding.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the CBFCF trustees.
- Trustees select a yearly funding theme and decide recipients.
- Some projects may be subject to periodic review.
- Applicants should be ready to publicly acknowledge funding if approved.
Additional information
- Multi-year projects are subject to periodic review.
- Capital projects may be considered if need is demonstrated.
- Pilot or demonstration projects must show realistic long-term viability.
- Recipients are expected to publicly acknowledge the donation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CBF Charitable Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CBF Charitable 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 CBF Charitable Fund?
The CBF Charitable Fund supports charitable projects that benefit Canadians, with a stated total of more than $1,337,248 in grants historically. It funds specific projects and may consider capital, pilot, demonstration, or multi-year initiatives.
Who is eligible for the CBF Charitable Fund program?
To be eligible for the CBF Charitable Fund program, you must:
Registered charity status required.
Project must benefit Canadians.
Specific project with budget and timeline.
What expenses are eligible under CBF Charitable Fund?
Charitable projects that benefit Canadians.
Local, provincial, national, or international charitable initiatives.
Capital projects with demonstrated need.
Pilot or demonstration projects with a realistic path to long-term viability.
Who can I contact for more information about the CBF Charitable Fund?
You can contact Canadian Bridge Federation Charitable Fund (CBFCF) by email at gimcong@hotmail.com or by phone at 204-775-5114.
Where is the CBF Charitable Fund available?
The CBF Charitable Fund program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the CBF Charitable Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CBF Charitable Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CBF Charitable Fund?
CBF Charitable Fund is funded by Canadian Bridge Federation Charitable Fund (CBFCF)