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ECHO Foundation — Mental health
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports mental health services for vulnerable individuals in Montreal and Toronto
Grant and Funding
Overview
The ECHO Foundation – Mental Health grant supports frontline organizations in Montreal and Toronto that offer services to improve the quality of life for individuals with serious and persistent mental health problems, including drop-in centres, residential facilities, reintegration programs, family support services, and pilot projects. The maximum funding amount is not specified by the foundation.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
Target groups
- People with disabilities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Activities funded
- Provision of frontline services for individuals with serious and persistent mental health problems.
- Operation of drop-in centres for people affected by mental health issues.
- Management of residential facilities supporting individuals with mental health challenges.
- Implementation of reinsertion programs aiding community integration for vulnerable persons.
- Development of pilot projects aimed at improving mental health care and services.
- Delivery of family support services related to mental health.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 65,000
Outfitting a commercial kitchen for social enterprise catering
$ 70,000
Launching a mobile food pantry to serve underserved populations
$ 57,000
Developing an accessibility-focused coworking space for freelancers
$ 78,000
Implementing solar panels on a community centre’s rooftop
$ 42,500
Creating a bilingual digital literacy program for newcomers
$ 50,000
Piloting an urban green roof garden for local restaurants
Eligibility
- The applicant organization must be located in Montreal or Toronto.
- The applicant must provide frontline services to individuals with serious and persistent mental health problems (e.g., drop-in centres, residential facilities, reinsertion programs, family support services, or pilot projects).
- The organization must have a Revenue Canada BN/charitable registration number.
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations located in Montreal or Toronto providing frontline mental health services
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not located in Montreal or Toronto applying for mental health grants.
- Entities that are not registered charitable organizations with a Revenue Canada BN/charitable registration number.
- Projects involving political activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Montreal
- Toronto
Selection criteria
- Submission of a letter of intent detailing the organization's history and project description.
- Presentation of the three most recent annual reports and financial statements of the organization.
- Provision of a detailed project budget and a list of confirmed and potential financial contributors, with respective amounts.
- Transmission of the complete contact information of the person responsible for the project, including name and phone number.
- Compliance with the requirement that funds are not used for political purposes.
How to apply
1
Verify eligibility requirements
- Ensure your organization is located in Montreal or Toronto
- Verify that your services assist individuals with serious and persistent mental health issues
- Confirm eligibility by reviewing the Foundation’s grant criteria
2
Assemble organization documentation
- Prepare a letter of inquiry detailing the organization’s history
- Include your Revenue Canada BN/charitable registration number
- Provide complete mailing address and contact details
- Attach the three latest Annual Reports and financial statements
3
Prepare project proposal
- Draft a brief description of the proposed project
- Create a detailed project budget
- Specify the grant amount requested
- List confirmed and potential project funders with contribution amounts
- Prepare a list of similar projects
4
Verify project contact details
- Include the name and direct telephone number of the person in charge
- Ensure all correspondence contains full contact information (name, position, mailing address, phone)
5
Submit application package
- Send the letter of inquiry and all required documents to Echo Foundation via mail, fax, or email
- Address all correspondence to the Executive Director at the provided contact details
Additional information
- Grants awarded may not be used for political activities.
- All correspondence must include the sender’s complete contact information to receive a response.
Contacts
kleonard@echofoundation.ca
(514) 843-5112
