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General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards

Support for graduate students in home economics

Offered by
Canadian Home Economics Foundation (CHEF)
Official source: chef-fcef.ca

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Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Graduate students in Master’s or Doctoral programs
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Overview

This program provides annual support for graduate students in Home Economics/Human Ecology. It funds volunteer-related recognition for studies at Canadian universities, with a maximum of $1,000 per student.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$1,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Conduct research and development activities
  • Train or support volunteers

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Higher Education
Target groups
Academia / students
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
National

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Application form link added for Graduate Student Award

The award page now includes a direct application-form PDF link, updating the way applicants can access the form.

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The Graduate Student Award page now includes a direct application-form PDF link. This changes the application process information on the award page by making the form available in a new linked version.

Official source: chef-fcef.ca
September 27, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Graduate students in Master’s or Doctoral programs
  • Students in Home Economics/Human Ecology
  • Students enrolled at Canadian universities

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

How to apply

  • Step 1: Complete the application
    • Fill out the Graduate Student Award application form.
    • Provide your university and program information.
  • Step 2: Prepare supporting documents
    • Attach proof of current registration at a Canadian university.
    • Prepare a one- to two-page description of your volunteer work.
    • Gather two reference letters related to your volunteer work.
  • Step 3: Submit by email
    • Send the application and all attachments to grants@chef-fcef.ca.

Documents Needed

  • Completed Graduate Student Award application form
  • Proof of current registration at a Canadian university
  • One- to two-page description of volunteer work
  • Two reference letters related to the volunteer work

Selection criteria

  • Volunteer work in a Home Economics/Human Ecology area
  • Volunteer work in general

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
  • Recipients are selected based on eligibility and volunteer-related criteria.
  • Applications must be submitted again for each year of support.

Additional information

  • The award can be held for multiple years.
  • Applications must be submitted each year.
  • Preference is given to applicants with a related undergraduate degree.

Contacts

grants@chef-fcef.ca

Official sources

chef-fcef.ca

Program guide

Graduate Student Award

Application form

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Frequently Asked Questions about the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards Program

What is the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards?

This program provides annual support for graduate students in Home Economics/Human Ecology. It funds volunteer-related recognition for studies at Canadian universities, with a maximum of $1,000 per student.

How much funding can be received?

General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards program?

To be eligible for the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards program, you must: Graduate student in Home Economics/Human Ecology Enrolled at a Canadian university Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or landed immigrant

Who can I contact for more information about the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards?

You can contact Canadian Home Economics Foundation (CHEF) by email at grants@chef-fcef.ca.

Where is the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards available?

The General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards program is available across Canada.

Is the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?

General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards?

General Funds - Canadian Home Economics Foundation Awards is funded by Canadian Home Economics Foundation (CHEF), Sunrise Foundation