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First Nations Well Being Fund
Funding for First Nations well-being and poverty reduction
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 35,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 23, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The First Nations Well Being Fund supports First Nations and Tribal Councils in British Columbia to promote well-being and reduce poverty. It funds community projects and planning or community engagement activities focused on wellness, food security, employment, education, mental health, and related priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : June 23, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- 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
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local community projects that promote wellness and reduce poverty.
- Planning and community engagement activities to develop a well-being plan.
- Dialogue and consultation on how communities want to measure wellness.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations in British Columbia.
- Partnering First Nations in British Columbia.
Who is not eligible
- Non-profit societies.
- Development corporations.
- Associations.
- Friendship centres.
- Committees, collectives, and similar organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations Well Being Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the First Nations Well Being 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 First Nations Well Being Fund?
The First Nations Well Being Fund supports First Nations and Tribal Councils in British Columbia to promote well-being and reduce poverty. It funds community projects and planning or community engagement activities focused on wellness, food security, employment, education, mental health, and related priorities.
How much funding can be received?
First Nations Well Being Fund Funds up to $35,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the First Nations Well Being Fund program?
To be eligible for the First Nations Well Being Fund program, you must:
First Nations in British Columbia.
Single or partnering First Nations.
Projects for well-being or poverty reduction.
What expenses are eligible under First Nations Well Being Fund?
Local community projects that promote wellness and reduce poverty.
Planning and community engagement activities to develop a well-being plan.
Dialogue and consultation on how communities want to measure wellness.
Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations Well Being Fund?
You can contact First Nations Public Service Secretariat.
Where is the First Nations Well Being Fund available?
The First Nations Well Being Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the First Nations Well Being Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
First Nations Well Being Fund is a Grant and Funding