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CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding
Community funding for Canadian organizations
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
CIBC Foundation Donations and Community Partnerships Funding supports Canadian charities, nonprofits, and qualified donees in Canada. The program focuses on cancer initiatives, inclusive communities, and financial education to address community gaps and improve wellbeing.
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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
- 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
- Children & youth
- People with disabilities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cancer research, treatment, screening, and diagnosis.
- Wellness, survivorship, and patient support programs.
- Education, employment, digital inclusion, and reskilling or upskilling initiatives for underserved communities.
- Financial education resources, learning opportunities, and community-based financial education programs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian registered charities.
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations.
- Qualified donees.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations or other corporations’ community outreach initiatives.
- Religious organizations.
- Third-party flow-through or umbrella organizations, such as private or family foundations.
- Boards of Trade, Chambers of Commerce, business, industry, member-based associations, or service clubs such as Rotary.
- Think tanks and political organizations, or organizations involved in advocacy and lobbying activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Conferences or registration fees.
- Matching contributions and endowments.
- Costs associated with the construction of buildings, gardens, or structures.
- Publication or distribution of books or movie productions.
Processing and Agreement
- Donations are reviewed by a donations committee against the funding criteria and areas of focus.
- Applicants will be contacted once a decision is made.
- Submitted applications receive an email confirming receipt.
- If a submitted application needs to be changed, applicants must email Mailbox.CommunityInvestment@cibc.com.
Additional information
- Financial education requests are accepted year-round and reviewed between March and October.
- All funding requests must be submitted online.
- Applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of the application after submission.
- Applicants may save a partially completed online application and return to it later.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding Program
What is the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding?
CIBC Foundation Donations and Community Partnerships Funding supports Canadian charities, nonprofits, and qualified donees in Canada. The program focuses on cancer initiatives, inclusive communities, and financial education to address community gaps and improve wellbeing.
Who is eligible for the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding program?
To be eligible for the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding program, you must:
Canadian registered charities, not-for-profits, or qualified donees may apply.
The organization must have sound financial practices and a sustainable funding model.
The project must be culturally informed and fill evidence-based gaps in an identified community.
What expenses are eligible under CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding?
Cancer research, treatment, screening, and diagnosis.
Wellness, survivorship, and patient support programs.
Education, employment, digital inclusion, and reskilling or upskilling initiatives for underserved communities.
Financial education resources, learning opportunities, and community-based financial education programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding?
You can contact CIBC Foundation (CIBC) by email at Mailbox.CommunityInvestment@cibc.com or by phone at none.
Where is the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding available?
The CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding program is available across Canada.
Is the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding?
CIBC Foundation - Donations and Community Partnerships Funding is funded by CIBC Foundation (CIBC)