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Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund
Funding for a legacy project supporting displaced Ukrainians
Last Update: May 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 30, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to CAD 250,000 for one legacy project supporting displaced Ukrainians in Canada. It funds humanitarian initiatives in food security, housing, psychosocial support, and integration support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : April 30, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- 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
- Other Education
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- New immigrants & refugees
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Humanitarian support for displaced Ukrainians in Canada.
- Food security initiatives.
- Housing and shelter support.
- Psychosocial and integration support, including language training and work-placement support.
Documents Needed
- Audited financial statements for at least two years.
- Incorporation or registration documents.
- Proof of charitable status in Canada, where applicable.
- Detailed description of organizational activities and services.
- Information on partner organizations, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified Donees.
- Grantee Organizations under the Income Tax Act.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not Qualified Donees or Grantee Organizations.
- Projects for social gatherings, Ukrainian schools, cultural activities, or summer camps.
- Applications supporting specific pre-identified individuals or families only.
Eligible expenses
- Project costs tied to humanitarian support, integration, or housing-related services.
- Organizational overhead and administrative costs up to 10% of the total project budget.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Social gatherings, Ukrainian schools, cultural activities, and summer camps.
- Projects that support specific pre-identified individuals or families only.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed for completeness and compliance with essential criteria.
- Compliant proposals are then evaluated on strategic and qualitative considerations.
- A shortlist of finalist proposals may be created.
- One proposal is selected as the final legacy project.
- The selected organization signs a formal Contribution Agreement with reporting and accountability requirements.
Additional information
- The selected organization will sign a formal Contribution Agreement.
- The fund may request clarification or additional information during review.
- The organization must publicly acknowledge the fund’s support.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund. 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 Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund?
This program offers up to CAD 250,000 for one legacy project supporting displaced Ukrainians in Canada. It funds humanitarian initiatives in food security, housing, psychosocial support, and integration support.
How much funding can be received?
Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **July 31, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund program?
To be eligible for the Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund program, you must:
Qualified Donee or Grantee Organization.
Registered for at least 3 years.
Project supports displaced Ukrainians in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund?
Humanitarian support for displaced Ukrainians in Canada.
Food security initiatives.
Housing and shelter support.
Psychosocial and integration support, including language training and work-placement support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund?
You can contact Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF) by email at applications@cufoundation.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund available?
The Displaced Ukrainians Legacy Fund program is available across Canada.