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Community Investment Fund
Support for community projects in New Brunswick
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 65,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides non-repayable contributions for community projects, events, and initiatives in New Brunswick. It supports work that strengthens community identity, delivers economic and social benefits, enhances community assets, or helps develop community-building initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 65,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- From $ 179,812 to $ 1,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Community projects, events, and initiatives.
- Projects that strengthen community identity.
- Projects that deliver economic and social benefits.
- Projects that enhance existing community assets.
- Initiatives that strengthen a community.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Project description.
- Supporting documents proving signing authority, if requested.
Sources and recorded changes
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A captured source change or record update does not confirm eligibility. Check the funder’s current rules before applying.
Community Investment Fund contact update
The Community Investment Fund contact section now lists Regional Development Corporation with a fax number and the same email and phone number.
The Community Investment Fund contact section now identifies Regional Development Corporation as the contact organization. The phone number remains (506) 453-2277, the email remains rdc-sdr@gnb.ca, and a fax number of (506) 453-7988 is now shown.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local governments.
- Non-profit community-based organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Commercial or for-profit organizations.
- Projects that compete with the private sector.
- Activities eligible under another provincial funding program.
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project costs for community projects, events, and initiatives.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects that are commercial in nature.
- Projects that compete with the private sector.
- Activities eligible under another provincial funding program.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick.
Selection criteria
- Meets eligibility requirements.
- Directly linked to a program objective.
- Not eligible for another provincial funding program.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program guidelines and confirm the project fits the objectives.
- Step 2: Prepare the application and supporting information.
- Step 3: Submit the completed application to the Regional Development Corporation.
- Step 4: Wait for review, assessment, and approval.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received, assessed, and evaluated by the Regional Development Corporation.
- The President of the Regional Development Corporation makes the funding decision.
Additional information
The Regional Development Corporation manages the program and handles the assessment of applications.
- Funding is provided through non-repayable contributions.
- The President of the Regional Development Corporation has authority to approve projects.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Investment Fund Program
What is the Community Investment Fund?
This program provides non-repayable contributions for community projects, events, and initiatives in New Brunswick. It supports work that strengthens community identity, delivers economic and social benefits, enhances community assets, or helps develop community-building initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Community Investment Fund Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $65,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Community Investment Fund program?
To be eligible for the Community Investment Fund program, you must:
Financially viable project and organization
Aligned with program objectives
Meets eligibility requirements
What expenses are eligible under Community Investment Fund?
Eligible project costs for community projects, events, and initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Investment Fund?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at rdc-sdr@gnb.ca or by phone at (506) 453-2277.
Where is the Community Investment Fund available?
The Community Investment Fund program is available the province of New Brunswick.