This program provides financial support to CRA-registered charities advancing youth, education, and health initiatives. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and supported activities must align with the Foundation’s priority areas and receipting requirements.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : December 6, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Educational services
Health care and social assistance

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
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Children & youth

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Community initiatives supporting youth and vulnerable populations
Education-focused community initiatives
Health-focused community initiatives

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 45,000

Deliver school-linked group counselling and prevention workshops for vulnerable youth

$ 38,000

Create an after-school STEM tutoring and healthy snack hub for youth

Documents Needed

Information required to issue a tax receipt, including details of the donation received

Eligibility

The applicant must be a charity registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
The organization must be able to issue a tax receipt with detailed donation information.
The organization must work in health or education, or with youth and vulnerable populations.

Who is eligible?

CRA-registered charities
Non-profit organizations working in health
Non-profit organizations working in education
Organizations supporting youth
Organizations supporting vulnerable populations

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not registered charities with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Organizations unable to issue a tax receipt with detailed donation information

How to apply

Step 1: Confirm eligibility

Ensure the organization is a CRA-registered charity.
Confirm the organization can issue a tax receipt with detailed donation information.

Step 2: Prepare the request

Describe how the organization’s work aligns with youth, education, and/or health.
Compile the information needed to issue a tax receipt (including details of the donation received).

Step 3: Submit on time

Submit the request so it is received no later than 10 days before a Board of Directors meeting.

Processing and Agreement

Requests are reviewed by the Board of Directors during one of its four annual meetings.
Only requests received at least 10 days before a Board meeting are considered for that meeting.

Additional information

The Foundation focuses its philanthropic support on youth, education, and health.
The Board of Directors reviews requests four times per year.
Requests must be received at least 10 days before a Board meeting.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Fondation Ellipse Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Fondation Ellipse. 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.