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General Grants

Q: Who is eligible for the General Grants program?

To be eligible for the General Grants program, you must: Open to projects promoting land and water sustainability and social justice

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the General Grants?

You can contact Real Estate Foundation of BC.

Q: Where is the General Grants available?

The General Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the General Grants?

General Grants is funded by Real Estate Foundation of BC

Last Update: February 4, 2026

BC, Canada

Support for projects advancing land sustainability, equity, and Indigenous rights

Grant and Funding

Real Estate Foundation of BC

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Economic, Social and Community Development

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Provincial

Overview

The foundation provides grants to support initiatives that promote land and water sustainability, Indigenous rights, and social justice in land use practices in BC. Funding can range from small grassroots projects to large province-wide programs, with an emphasis on advancing equity and environmental justice.

Activities funded

Developing policies or advocating for land use reform
Community engagement initiatives promoting land and water justice
Applied research addressing land use or Indigenous rights
Public education campaigns on sustainability and equity
Professional training and capacity building

Examples of admissible projects:

Developing an environmentally sustainable urban green roof system to promote biodiversity

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations involved in land use, environmental, or social justice work
Community associations and advocacy groups
Educational institutions conducting related research or projects
Indigenous organizations and partnerships

Who is not eligible

Private companies solely for profit activities
Organizations without a focus on land or water sustainability
Projects outside of BC

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

British Columbia

Selection criteria

Alignment with sustainability, equity, and social justice goals
Potential impact and feasibility of the project
Engagement with Indigenous communities and marginalized groups
Innovation and originality of the project approach

How to apply

Visit the foundation's website to access the application portal.Complete the Stage 1 application form indicating project overview and objectives.Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit additional details in Stage 2.Prepare supporting documents such as project plans, budgets, and community letters of support.Submit the final application forms before the specified deadline, ensuring all materials are complete.

Processing and Agreement

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Frequently Asked Questions about the General Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the General Grants. 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.