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Donations and Grants
Supports Canadian charities for community programs
Latest source updateLast Update: July 2, 2026Latest change: Costco’s Canada grant materials now show community relations guidance, eligibility rules, and a separate grant application path with rolling review and one submission per fiscal year.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 2, 2026
Latest change: Costco’s Canada grant materials now show community relations guidance, eligibility rules, and a separate grant application path with rolling review and one submission per fiscal year.
Costco Canada grant guidance expanded
Costco’s Canada grant materials now include a Community Relations section with eligibility guidance, FAQs, and separate giving options for Warehouse Donations and Grant Applications. The updated guidance says Costco accepts funding requests on a rolling basis throughout the year, organizations may submit one application per fiscal year from September to August, and requests must be monetary and from registered Canadian charitable organizations focused on children, education, and/or health and human services. The form content also continues to state that supporting materials needed include a Canadian charity registration number and current and past year budget information, while warehouse donation requests should be sent at least 4-6 weeks in advance to a local warehouse manager.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Costco Wholesale Canada supports registered Canadian charitable organizations focused on children, education, and health and human services in the markets where it does business. Funding requests may be made through warehouse donations or electronic grant applications, and eligible support may cover community programs, local causes, and other charitable 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
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Programs supporting children
- Education-focused initiatives
- Health and human services programs
- Charitable programs and community activities in the markets where Costco does business
Documents Needed
- Canadian charity registration number
- Organization’s budget information for the current year and past year
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Canadian charitable organizations
- Registered Canadian organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations seeking funding for programs or projects outside the trade area where Costco Wholesale conducts business
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individuals
- Corporations
- Government agencies
- Athletic teams, events or sponsorships
- Animal-related programs, including shelters
- Merchandise for fundraisers and auctions
- Parties, celebrations, parades, festivals and raffles
- Merchandise promotions, partnerships or advertising
- General awareness campaigns
- Religious organizations for religious purposes
- Employee social clubs
- Capital campaigns, building projects, or equipment
- Transportation and travel expenses
- Private foundations
- Non-charitable sponsorships
- Research studies
- Symposiums, conferences, conventions, professional association meetings
- Loans or investments
- Salaries
- Political, labour or fraternal organizations
- Development or production of books, films, videos, television programs, or websites
- Deficit funding
- Organizations that discriminate for any reason, including race, religion, creed, age, sex or sexual orientation
- Programs or projects outside the trade area where Costco Wholesale conducts business
Selection criteria
- Grant Applications are reviewed within 6-10 weeks.
- Decisions are based on type of program, identified community need not otherwise available, evidenced-based data for measurable results, community collaboration, broad base of financial support, project budget, and operating expenses.
How to apply
- Review Costco’s Charitable Contributions guidelines and frequently asked questions to confirm your organization fits the parameters.
- Select the appropriate giving option based on the size and scope of your organization or program.
- Warehouse Donations: submit to the Costco location nearest you.
- Grant Applications: submit the application form electronically.
Processing and Agreement
- Supplemental information may be requested after the application is reviewed.
- Requests for supplemental information will be made using the contact information provided in the application.
- Warehouse donation requests are sent by mail to the General Manager of the local warehouse.
- Grant applications are submitted electronically.
Additional information
- Costco accepts and reviews funding requests throughout the year on a rolling basis.
- Organizations are eligible to submit one application per fiscal year, from September to August.
- For planned fundraising events or programs with specific dates and timelines, a lead time of at least three months is recommended.
- Costco will only contact the selected organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Donations and Grants Program
What is the Donations and Grants?
Costco Wholesale Canada supports registered Canadian charitable organizations focused on children, education, and health and human services in the markets where it does business. Funding requests may be made through warehouse donations or electronic grant applications, and eligible support may cover community programs, local causes, and other charitable initiatives.
Who is eligible for the Donations and Grants program?
To be eligible for the Donations and Grants program, you must:
Registered Canadian charitable organization
Focuses on children, education, or health and human services
Monetary requests only
What expenses are eligible under Donations and Grants?
Programs supporting children
Education-focused initiatives
Health and human services programs
Charitable programs and community activities in the markets where Costco does business
Where is the Donations and Grants available?
The Donations and Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Donations and Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Donations and Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Donations and Grants?
Donations and Grants is funded by Costco Wholesale