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Donation Program
Support for community-focused non-profit organizations
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports non-profit organizations working in health, education, community support, arts and culture, entrepreneurship, inclusion and diversity, and the environment. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for annual fundraising campaigns, major fundraising campaigns, and fundraising events.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Annual fundraising campaigns
- Major fundraising campaigns
- Fundraising events
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Organizations in health, education, community support, arts and culture, entrepreneurship, inclusion and diversity, or the environment
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not registered under federal law
- Organizations receiving support from United Way/Centraide
- Political parties, political organizations, and lobbying groups
- Private foundations and private schools
- Organizations submitting projects outside Canada
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects outside Canada
- Individual projects
- Political or lobbying activities
- Private foundations and private schools
- Annual conferences, meetings, and charity auctions
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed after submission.
- Funding is not guaranteed, even if the request is eligible.
- A response is usually provided within three months.
- Additional information may be requested if the application is incomplete.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Donation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Donation Program. 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 Donation Program?
This program supports non-profit organizations working in health, education, community support, arts and culture, entrepreneurship, inclusion and diversity, and the environment. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for annual fundraising campaigns, major fundraising campaigns, and fundraising events.
Who is eligible for the Donation Program program?
To be eligible for the Donation Program program, you must:
Non-profit organization
Priority sector alignment
Online application
What expenses are eligible under Donation Program?
Annual fundraising campaigns
Major fundraising campaigns
Fundraising events
Where is the Donation Program available?
The Donation Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the Donation Program?
Donation Program is funded by Laurentian Bank, Pillar Nonprofit Network, Valsef Dream Big Foundation (DBF)