This community health funding initiative offers financial assistance for local projects focused on mental health and chronic disease management within British Columbia. It provides financial support up to $100,000, covering various project activities that aim to improve health outcomes and community wellbeing over different funding cycles.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 100,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : April 7, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Mental Health and Crisis Intervention

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Activities funded

Implementing mental health awareness programs.
Developing community-based initiatives for chronic disease prevention.
Providing health education and training sessions.
Conducting outreach activities to promote health and wellbeing.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 95,000

Development of a community mental health support mobile application

Documents Needed

Application forms, project proposal, budget details, supporting documents demonstrating project impact or partnership support.

Eligibility

Organizations must operate within British Columbia and propose projects aligned with mental health, wellbeing, or chronic disease management.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations focused on health and community wellbeing.
Community service providers and health organizations within British Columbia.

Who is not eligible

Organizations operating outside British Columbia.
Commercial enterprises without charitable or community health focus.

Eligible expenses

Project-related equipment, materials, staff training, and community outreach activities.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

General operational expenses unrelated to specific projects.
Projects outside of British Columbia.
Expenses not directly related to project implementation.

Eligible geographic areas

British Columbia

Selection criteria

Alignment of project goals with program objectives.
Potential community impact and sustainability.
Feasibility and clarity of project plan.
Demonstrated community support or partnerships.

How to apply

Review the eligibility criteria and funding options.Prepare a detailed project proposal and supporting documents.Submit the application before the respective deadline.Await review and notification of approval or feedback.Sign the funding agreement if approved and commence project activities.

Processing and Agreement

Funding applications are reviewed three times a year by the Health Foundation Board.
Applicants are notified of approval or rejection after review.
Approved projects must sign a funding agreement outlining terms and conditions.
Disbursement of funds is based on project milestones and approval of progress reports.

Additional information

Funds must be used within British Columbia and applicants should consider the three different funding options available, each with distinct focus areas and durations.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Grants and Partnerships Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Grants and Partnerships. 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.