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Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding
Non-partisan support for democracy in Canada
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Qualified donees, such as registered charities and registered journalism organizations.
See full eligibility
Overview
Euphrosine Foundation supports non-partisan organizations working to strengthen democratic participation and public life in Canada. It backs initiatives such as voting, civic engagement, elected office, public dialogue, and decision-making, as well as work on tax policy, human rights, and journalism.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- 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
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Work that protects and strengthens democratic spaces and public life.
- Initiatives related to voting, civic engagement, elected office, public dialogue, and decision-making.
- Work related to transparency, anti-corruption, access to information, illicit financial flows, and the democratic implications of concentrated economic power.
- Human rights-based work connected to democratic participation, Indigenous self-determination, and institutional accountability.
- Investigative journalism and accountability reporting, as well as efforts that strengthen the information environment, press freedom, access to data and information, and public discourse.
Documents Needed
- Full application form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Qualified donees, such as registered charities and registered journalism organizations.
- Organizations or groups applying through a qualified donee partnership.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Initiatives whose primary purpose is to reform or influence specific areas such as the justice system, health care, migration, housing, education, environmental policy or poverty reduction.
- Local journalism initiatives.
- Initiatives primarily centered on socio-economic rights or criminal law matters.
- Initiatives focused on advocating for specific redistributive or fiscal policy outcomes, particularly where the work is strongly associated with partisan or ideological economic positioning.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed based on alignment with the Foundation’s priorities rather than a target acceptance rate.
How to apply
- Review the What We Fund and Our Approach pages before applying.
- Complete the short eligibility quiz.
- If eligible, complete the full application form.
- Applications can be saved and completed over multiple sessions.
- The Application Questions are available in advance for offline preparation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- Funding decisions are typically made four times per year.
- Response timelines are generally between three and six months.
- After review, the Foundation may contact applicants if additional information or clarification is required.
Additional information
- Organizations may generally only receive one grant from the Foundation at a time, except when applying with another implementing partner, provided that the organizations are governed and led independently of one another.
- Renewal of funding beyond the granting contract is never guaranteed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding Program
What is the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding?
Euphrosine Foundation supports non-partisan organizations working to strengthen democratic participation and public life in Canada. It backs initiatives such as voting, civic engagement, elected office, public dialogue, and decision-making, as well as work on tax policy, human rights, and journalism.
Who is eligible for the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding program?
To be eligible for the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding program, you must:
The Foundation only funds qualified donees.
Non-qualified donees may apply through a qualified donee partnership.
Applications must be submitted by a qualified donee.
What expenses are eligible under Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding?
Work that protects and strengthens democratic spaces and public life.
Initiatives related to voting, civic engagement, elected office, public dialogue, and decision-making.
Work related to transparency, anti-corruption, access to information, illicit financial flows, and the democratic implications of concentrated economic power.
Human rights-based work connected to democratic participation, Indigenous self-determination, and institutional accountability.
Investigative journalism and accountability reporting, as well as efforts that strengthen the information environment, press freedom, access to data and information, and public discourse.
Who can I contact for more information about the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding?
You can contact Fondation Euphrosine by email at info@euphrosine.ca.
Where is the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding available?
The Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding program is available across Canada.
Is the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding?
Fondation Euphrosine — General Funding is funded by Fondation Euphrosine