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Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year
Support for community resilience projects in the Americas
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports charities in the Americas that help communities recover more quickly from natural, health-related, or financial catastrophes. Applications are first reviewed for finalist selection, and the Board of Trustees makes final decisions four times a year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- 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
- All industries
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that help communities recover more quickly from catastrophes.
- Initiatives supporting people affected by natural, health-related, or financial crises.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charities
- Community organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Americas
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and shortlisted as finalists.
- Applicants are informed within 8-12 weeks if their project reaches the finalist stage.
- Final project decisions are made by the Board of Trustees.
- The Board of Trustees reviews project applications four times a year.
Additional information
- The program theme for the Americas is "Building Societal Resilience."
- Support is focused on helping communities recover more quickly from natural, health-related, or financial catastrophes.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year. 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 Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year?
This program supports charities in the Americas that help communities recover more quickly from natural, health-related, or financial catastrophes. Applications are first reviewed for finalist selection, and the Board of Trustees makes final decisions four times a year.
Who is eligible for the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year program?
To be eligible for the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year program, you must:
Community resilience focus
Catastrophe recovery support
Americas theme alignment
What expenses are eligible under Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year?
Projects that help communities recover more quickly from catastrophes.
Initiatives supporting people affected by natural, health-related, or financial crises.
Where is the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year available?
The Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year program is available across Canada.
Is the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year?
Communities - Americas, Local Charity of the Year is funded by Swiss Re Foundation