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FPACN Justice Grant Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

FPACN Justice Grant Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the FPACN Justice Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the FPACN Justice Grant Program program, you must: Black-led, Black-serving, Black-focused (N3) organization Registered Canadian non-profit or charity Justice project with initial funding secured

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the FPACN Justice Grant Program?

You can contact Black Opportunity Fund (BOF) by email at BOFGrants@blackopportunityfund.org.

Q: Where is the FPACN Justice Grant Program available?

The FPACN Justice Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the FPACN Justice Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

FPACN Justice Grant Program is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Ontario, Canada

Supports Black-led justice and equity initiatives in Canada

Grant and Funding

Black Opportunity Fund

The Law Foundation of Ontario

Overview

Provides up to $100,000 to support Black-led, Black-serving, Black-focused (N3) justice initiatives in Canada. Funding supports activities such as reintegration programs, incarceration prevention supports, mental health and wellbeing services, legal system reform and equity advocacy, and anti-discrimination initiatives.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Minimum amount : 25,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Ontario

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Black Canadians
Canadians

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Reintegration programs helping people re-enter society after involvement with the justice system
Prevention and support programs that reduce the risk of incarceration
Mental health and wellbeing supports that improve access to healing tools and mental health care
Legal system reform and equity advocacy to expand access to legal services in Black communities
Initiatives to combat racial discrimination and inequalities in the justice system

Documents Needed

Project budget for the initiative
Financial documents for the last two years (financial statements, tax returns, bank statements)
Audited financial statements for the last three fiscal years (required for eligibility for $50,000/year)

Eligibility

Be a Black-led, Black-serving, Black-focused (N3) organization committed to advancing justice and equity for Black communities
Be a registered Canadian non-profit or registered charity focused on justice, legal empowerment, or advocacy for Black communities
Have an existing justice-related project or a proposed justice project with initial funding secured
Provide a measurable plan to use the funding to expand justice initiatives
Maintain an active online presence (e.g., website and up-to-date social media)

Who is eligible?

Black-led, Black-serving, Black-focused (N3) non-profit organizations registered in Canada
Black-led, Black-serving, Black-focused (N3) registered charities in Canada

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not Black-led, Black-serving, or Black-focused (N3)
Organizations that are not registered as a Canadian non-profit or registered charity (unless applying through a registered fiscal sponsor/trustee)
Organizations with bankruptcy status

Eligible expenses

Expenses related to the project according to the proposal and budget submitted

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Purchase of real estate (land or buildings)
Capital asset amortization (depreciation)
Fines and penalties
Alcoholic beverages
Costs already covered by another funding source (for the same expenses)

Eligible geographic areas

Canada (national stream)
Ontario (Ontario-based stream)

Selection criteria

Scope and impact of the proposed project (the amount of the grant varies according to these factors).
Clarity and measurability of the plan for using the grant to expand justice-related initiatives.
Quality and completeness of the application package submitted, including all required documents (incomplete applications will not be considered).

How to apply

Confirm program fit

Review the program objectives and priority areas to confirm fit with your justice-related initiative
Confirm your organization is Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused (N3) and advancing justice and equity for Black communities in Canada

Verify eligibility requirements

Confirm you are a registered Canadian nonprofit or charity focused on justice/legal empowerment/advocacy for Black communities
Ensure you have an existing justice project or a proposed justice project with initial funding secured
Confirm you have no outstanding tax debt, or have a payment plan with at least two months of on-time payments, and have not declared bankruptcy

Prepare project plan

Maintain an active online presence (e.g., a website and up-to-date social media)
Prepare a measurable plan to use the grant to expand your justice initiatives

Gather required documents

Prepare up-to-date financial documents for the last two years (audited or unaudited financial statements, tax returns, and bank statements)
If eligible for a $50,000 annual grant, prepare audited financial statements for the last three fiscal years prepared by a Chartered Professional Accountant
Prepare a project budget for the initiative requesting funding

Review the applicant guide

Read the applicant guide to navigate the SurveyMonkey Apply platform

Submit your application online

Access the application portal (SurveyMonkey Apply)
Complete the application form and upload all required documents
Ensure your application is complete, as incomplete applications will not be considered

Meet the application deadline

Submit your application by January 23, 2025

Request application support

Contact the FPACN programs team at BOFGrants@blackopportunityfund.org if you need help or have questions

Additional information

Up to 13 organizations will be selected.
Funding will be distributed in 2025 and must be used according to the project timeline and objectives.
Ontario-specific funding must support Ontario-based justice initiatives that promote legal knowledge and help people understand and use the law.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contacts

BOFGrants@blackopportunityfund.org

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Frequently Asked Questions about the FPACN Justice Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the FPACN Justice Grant Program. 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 FPACN Justice Grant Program?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the FPACN Justice Grant Program program?

What expenses are eligible under FPACN Justice Grant Program?

Reintegration programs helping people re-enter society after involvement with the justice system Prevention and support programs that reduce the risk of incarceration Mental health and wellbeing supports that improve access to healing tools and mental health care Legal system reform and equity advocacy to expand access to legal services in Black communities Initiatives to combat racial discrimination and inequalities in the justice system