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Civic Engagement for Social Change

Q: How much funding can be received?

Civic Engagement for Social Change Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Civic Engagement for Social Change program?

To be eligible for the Civic Engagement for Social Change program, you must: Use education methods to promote justice, equity, and democracy.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Civic Engagement for Social Change?

You can contact The Catherine Donnelly Foundation.

Q: Where is the Civic Engagement for Social Change available?

The Civic Engagement for Social Change program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Civic Engagement for Social Change a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Civic Engagement for Social Change is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports community projects using education to promote justice and equity.

Grant and Funding

The Catherine Donnelly Foundation

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Supporting volunteer engagement

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Minimum amount : 10,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

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

Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This funding program offers support through grants of up to $50,000 to organizations promoting social justice, equity, and democracy. It is intended for projects that utilize popular education methods to empower marginalized groups and foster civic participation.

Activities funded

Organizing community workshops and educational campaigns.
Developing advocacy and mobilization activities.
Implementing programs that promote civic participation and social justice.

Examples of admissible projects:

Implement digital kiosks to promote community civic participation

Documents Needed

Letter of Inquiry, detailed project proposal, supporting documents such as organizational information and project outline.

Eligibility

Use popular education processes to promote social justice, equity, and democracy, especially for marginalized groups.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations focused on civic education and social justice.
Community groups engaged in social advocacy and empowerment.
Educational institutions involved in participatory learning projects.

Who is not eligible

Organizations primarily engaged in lobbying or political campaigning.
Commercial or for-profit entities.
Projects outside Canada.

Eligible expenses

Project-specific expenses related to social engagement activities, education processes, and community outreach.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Expenses unrelated to social change activities or community engagement.
Activities that do not involve education or participatory methods.
Projects outside of Canada.
Activities primarily focused on lobbying or political campaigning.

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Selection criteria

Alignment with social justice and democratic engagement goals.
Innovation and effectiveness of educational and engagement methods.
Feasibility and clarity of project plan.
Potential for sustainable impact.

How to apply

Create an account on the foundation's online portal.Submit a Letter of Inquiry within the application deadline.Await notification of invitation to submit a full proposal if eligible.Prepare and submit detailed project proposal, including objectives, activities, and impact strategies.Finalize and sign funding agreement upon approval, and commence project activities.

Processing and Agreement

Application review and eligibility screening typically take approximately seven weeks.
Organizations will be notified about the status of their application by phone or email.
Selected applicants will need to sign a funding agreement outlining the terms and conditions.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to submit a Letter of Inquiry before applying for a full application. The process involves an initial screening and notification of invited organizations.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Civic Engagement for Social Change Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Civic Engagement for Social Change. 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.