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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
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the "Building Societal Resilience" theme.
- Ability to help communities rebound after catastrophes.
- Fit with the program's Americas focus.
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the application form
- Access the application form from the funder website.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Prepare the required information and complete the form.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application through the funder website process for this program.
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
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