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For the Good of Our Community Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

For the Good of Our Community Fund Funds up to 20000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the For the Good of Our Community Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

For the Good of Our Community Fund is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the For the Good of Our Community Fund?

For the Good of Our Community Fund is funded by NSLC

Q: Who is eligible for the For the Good of Our Community Fund program?

To be eligible for the For the Good of Our Community Fund program, you must: • Registered charity or non-profit • Supports Nova Scotia communities • Aligned with community well-being

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the For the Good of Our Community Fund?

You can contact NSLC by email at CSR@myNSLC.com.

Q: Where is the For the Good of Our Community Fund available?

The For the Good of Our Community Fund program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Last Update: February 3, 2026

NS, Canada

Supports community well-being initiatives addressing critical local needs

Grant and Funding

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Eligibility

Selection criteria

How to apply

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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Minimum amount : 5,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : January 16, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Location

Nova Scotia

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This program provides up to $20,000 to selected charities and non-profit organizations in Nova Scotia. It supports community well-being initiatives focused on food security, affordable shelter or housing, positive health outcomes (including mental health), and natural resource preservation.

Activities funded

Initiatives that increase food security.
Initiatives that improve access to affordable shelter or housing.
Initiatives that support positive health outcomes, including mental health.
Initiatives that steward the preservation of natural resources.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 19,500

Mobile food box deliveries paired with wellness check-ins for seniors

$ 20,000

Healthy Homes repairs and eviction-prevention supports for vulnerable renters

Documents Needed

Eligibility

The applicant must be a registered charity or non-profit organization.
The organization must support communities within Nova Scotia.
The project or initiative must align with the community well-being investment focus.

Who is eligible?

Registered charities.
Non-profit organizations.

Who is not eligible

Eligible expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Nova Scotia.

Selection criteria

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare application materials

Complete the application.
Compile supporting materials.

Step 2: Submit by email

Email the application and supporting materials to the program contact address.

Processing and Agreement

Successful candidates are notified by March 1.

Additional information

Successful candidates are notified by March 1.

Contacts

CSR@myNSLC.com

NS, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the For the Good of Our Community Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the For the Good of Our Community 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.