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ConnectUp - Standard Grants

Support for nonprofit community and STEM-focused initiatives
Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace, Raytheon
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : July 31, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

RTX provides funding to nonprofit organizations globally aligned with its impact pillars; the maximum funding amount is not specified. Support focuses on STEM education and lifelong learning initiatives, programs honoring service members and their families, and community-focused environmental or social welfare activities.
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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
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : July 31, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
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
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • STEM education and lifelong learning programs that build skills, innovation, and diverse thinking.
  • Veteran transition initiatives that help identify career opportunities in the civilian workforce.
  • Programs that keep military families connected.
  • STEM education initiatives aimed at inspiring children of service members.
  • Community programs addressing environmental and social welfare issues such as food insecurity.

Documents Needed

  • Proof of charitable status with the Canada Revenue Agency (PDF screen capture showing registration number and charity details)
  • Annual report
  • Program or event brochure

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Nonprofit organizations (global)
  • Canada-based registered charities (as applicable)

Eligible geographic areas

  • Global (nonprofit organizations)
  • Canada (Canada-based organizations may be asked for CRA charitable status confirmation)

Additional information

  • The unsolicited request window is open annually from June 1 to July 31 for consideration in the following calendar year.
  • RTX’s giving priorities emphasize long-lasting community impacts for racially and ethnically marginalized communities.

Frequently Asked Questions about the ConnectUp - Standard Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the ConnectUp - Standard Grants. 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 ConnectUp - Standard Grants?

RTX provides funding to nonprofit organizations globally aligned with its impact pillars; the maximum funding amount is not specified. Support focuses on STEM education and lifelong learning initiatives, programs honoring service members and their families, and community-focused environmental or social welfare activities.

Who is eligible for the ConnectUp - Standard Grants program?

To be eligible for the ConnectUp - Standard Grants program, you must: Nonprofit organization Aligned with RTX impact areas Community-focused initiative

What expenses are eligible under ConnectUp - Standard Grants?

STEM education and lifelong learning programs that build skills, innovation, and diverse thinking. Veteran transition initiatives that help identify career opportunities in the civilian workforce. Programs that keep military families connected. STEM education initiatives aimed at inspiring children of service members. Community programs addressing environmental and social welfare issues such as food insecurity.

Who can I contact for more information about the ConnectUp - Standard Grants?

You can contact Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace, Raytheon.

Where is the ConnectUp - Standard Grants available?

The ConnectUp - Standard Grants program is available across Canada.

Is the ConnectUp - Standard Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

ConnectUp - Standard Grants is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the ConnectUp - Standard Grants?

ConnectUp - Standard Grants is funded by Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace, Raytheon

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