
Closed
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000 - $ 350,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 1, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
Supports nonprofit programs improving communities, with funding up to $350,000. Eligible initiatives include youth education, hunger relief, housing and direct services, and environmental stewardship projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Minimum amount : 30,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- 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
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Educational initiatives for underserved youth, including character and leadership development, academic excellence, and community involvement.
- Programs addressing hunger and food insecurity for children and families.
- Projects providing housing and other direct services supporting young people and their families.
- Environmental stewardship initiatives, including community beautification, community gardens, and outdoor classrooms.
- Environment-related initiatives connected to food, community, or people-focused programs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Charitable organizations based in Canada
- Charitable organizations based in the United Kingdom
- Charitable organizations based in Singapore
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- Singapore
Additional information
- Created in 2015 to honor the legacy of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy.
- One organization is selected as the S. Truett Cathy Honoree.
- Sixteen organizations are recognized across four award focus areas.
- Additional Regional Winners must be nominated by a Chick-fil-A Operator, and Chick-fil-A One Customers can vote on finalists.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards. 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 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards?
Supports nonprofit programs improving communities, with funding up to $350,000. Eligible initiatives include youth education, hunger relief, housing and direct services, and environmental stewardship projects.
How much funding can be received?
Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards Funds up to $350,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards program?
To be eligible for the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards program, you must:
U.S. 501(c)(3) or equivalent charity
Based in U.S., Canada, UK, or Singapore
Community impact project aligned to focus areas
What expenses are eligible under Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards?
Educational initiatives for underserved youth, including character and leadership development, academic excellence, and community involvement.
Programs addressing hunger and food insecurity for children and families.
Projects providing housing and other direct services supporting young people and their families.
Environmental stewardship initiatives, including community beautification, community gardens, and outdoor classrooms.
Environment-related initiatives connected to food, community, or people-focused programs.
Where is the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards available?
The Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards program is available across Canada.
Is the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards?
Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards is funded by Chick-fil-A
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