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Emergency Fund Grant
Last Update: February 4, 2026
BC, Canada
Short-term support after natural or socio-economic disasters
Grant and Funding
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Emergency and Relief
Target groups
- General public
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Overview
One-time funding of up to $10,000 supports short-term needs resulting from a natural or socio-economic disaster. It supports community groups, families, and individuals seeking immediate assistance.
Activities funded
- Short-term support initiatives responding to a natural disaster.
- Short-term support initiatives responding to a socio-economic disaster.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 9,800
Replace storm-damaged cold storage and restore emergency food deliveries
$ 9,950
Reopen essential retail operations after flood damage and power outages
Documents Needed
Eligibility
- Request must be for short-term support related to a natural or socio-economic disaster.
- Applicant must be a community group, family, or individual seeking support.
Who is eligible?
- Community groups
- Families
- Individuals
Who is not eligible
Eligible expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Whistler
- Sea to Sky Corridor
Selection criteria
How to apply
Step 1: Monitor program calls
- Watch for calls for applications posted on the Foundation’s website.
- Check for call announcements distributed by email.
- Look for advertisements in the Pique Newsmagazine.
- Contact the Foundation to request more information before submitting.
- Request to be contacted when a specific program call is opened, if needed.
- Prepare and submit your application or letter of intent following the instructions in the active call for applications.
Processing and Agreement
Additional information
- Calls for applications are announced through the Foundation’s website and communications channels.
- First-time applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation before submitting.
- Applicants can request to be notified when a specific program call opens.
Contacts
info@whistlerfoundation.com
BC, Canada
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