Closed
Source verified June 18, 2026
Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities
Funding for inclusive community and housing projects
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
July 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Citi Foundation supports nonprofit organizations, schools, universities, and government entities through open requests for proposals. It focuses on financial inclusion, youth economic opportunity, and economically vibrant communities, including affordable housing development and preservation in selected U.S. target geographies.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Funds Providers
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
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Financial inclusion initiatives
- Youth economic opportunity projects
- Community solutions for low-income communities
- Affordable housing development and preservation
Documents Needed
- Organization details and legal information
- Most recent audited financial statements
- Leadership and project experience summary
- Project pipeline and impact information
- Budget narrative and high-level budget breakdown
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- 501(c)(3) public charities
- International equivalent nonprofit organizations
- Registered schools and universities
- Government entities
Who is not eligible
- Private foundations
- Individuals and sole proprietorships
- Organizations or projects involving lobbying, political campaigns, or candidates
- Organizations that unlawfully discriminate
- Fiscally sponsored programs
Eligible expenses
- Organizational capacity costs
- Personnel
- Training and development
- Community engagement, including marketing and communications
- Preservation and development soft costs, including feasibility, design, architecture, engineering, transaction, and legal costs
- Overhead
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Private foundations, including operating and nonoperating foundations
- Individuals or sole proprietorships
- Lobbying, political causes, campaigns, or candidates
- Memorials
- Gift matching
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
- California
- Connecticut
- Florida
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New York
- Puerto Rico
- South Dakota
- Virginia
- District of Columbia
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the RFP goals and the Foundation’s funding approach.
- Demonstrated ability to increase the organization’s capacity to develop and/or preserve affordable housing.
- Clear impact metrics and expected results.
- Experience in the target geographies.
- Organization and project track record in affordable housing.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the open Request for Proposals and related materials on the Citi Foundation website.
- Step 2: Complete the Letter of Inquiry or online application form with organizational, project, impact, and budget information.
- Step 3: Submit the completed online form before the deadline.
- Step 4: Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are considered through an open RFP process.
- All eligible applications submitted will be considered.
- Selection decisions are made by the Citi Foundation based on the RFP criteria.
- Funding is not guaranteed by submission alone.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through an online form.
- Open Requests for Proposals are the main funding mechanism.
- Selected grantees receive grants with restricted use.
- The Foundation may support regranting, subject to screening requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities Program
What is the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities?
Citi Foundation supports nonprofit organizations, schools, universities, and government entities through open requests for proposals. It focuses on financial inclusion, youth economic opportunity, and economically vibrant communities, including affordable housing development and preservation in selected U.S. target geographies.
How much funding can be received?
Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities program?
To be eligible for the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities program, you must:
501(c)(3), school, university, or government entity
Externally audited financial statements required
No fiscally sponsored programs
What expenses are eligible under Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities?
Financial inclusion initiatives
Youth economic opportunity projects
Community solutions for low-income communities
Affordable housing development and preservation
Where is the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities available?
The Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities program is available across Canada.
Is the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities?
Citi Foundation Funding Opportunities is funded by Citi Foundation