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Grassroots Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Grassroots Grants Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.

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

You can contact The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal.

Q: Where is the Grassroots Grants available?

The Grassroots Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Grassroots Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Grassroots Grants is a Grant and Funding

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

Grassroots Grants is funded by The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Funding for innovative community projects and start-up initiatives

Grant and Funding

The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Minimum amount : 500 $

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Culture and Arts

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

The Grassroots Grants program offers financial assistance of up to $5,000 to grassroots organizations for innovative community projects. It aims to support initiatives that address community needs, pilot new programs, or respond to urgent issues within Montreal and Quebec.

Activities funded

Developing new community programs
Piloting innovative initiatives
Responding to urgent community needs
Supporting start-up and capital projects within community organizations

Examples of admissible projects:

Enhancing digital skills through technology upgrades for community members

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Grassroots community organizations
Organizations serving the Montreal Jewish community
Non-profit groups involved in community development

Who is not eligible

For-profit businesses
Organizations not serving the Montreal Jewish community or Quebec
Organizations without a registered non-profit status

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Eligible geographic areas

Montreal and Quebec

Selection criteria

Innovation and originality of the project
Alignment with community needs and priorities
Feasibility and proposed impact
Capacity of the organization to implement the project

How to apply

Identify community needs and project goalsDevelop a detailed project proposalGather supporting documents and organizational informationSubmit the application to the funding bodyAwait notification and further instructions

Processing and Agreement

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Grassroots Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grassroots 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.