Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program

• Maximum grant amount per application: $40,000 per year.
• Total maximum grant amount per 3-year application: $120,000 over 3 years.
• The funding pool available each year typically ranges from approximately $100,000 to $142,000, but is subject to change.

• The applicant must be a registered non-profit society, community service co-op, social enterprise wholly owned by a non-profit, registered charity, or First Nations Band in good standing with relevant authorities.
• The applicant must have an independent, volunteer-based governing body, with provisions against Board director remuneration and staff as voting Board members.
• The project must address social issues impacting the Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood, with activities delivered within the defined neighbourhood boundaries.
• The organization must have a proven record of successful program delivery, be financially stable, and show the ability to benefit residents or businesses in Hastings-Sunrise.
• The applicant’s policies and practices must demonstrate inclusion, diversity, and compliance with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the BC Human Rights Code.

Who is eligible?

• Registered non-profit societies
• Community service co-operatives
• Social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit
• Registered charities
• First Nations Bands

Who is not eligible

• For-profit businesses that are not registered non-profits, charities, First Nations Bands, or eligible social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit.
• Organizations primarily providing direct healthcare services, such as medical treatment or rehabilitation programs.
• Companies whose main focus is employment training or initial settlement programs.
• Organizations delivering direct welfare support, including food banks, meal programs, or provision of clothing.
• Businesses primarily engaged in housing services, one-on-one counselling by licensed professionals, formal recreational or educational programs, legal services, or research activities.

Eligible geographic areas

• Programs and activities must take place within the Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood in Vancouver, British Columbia.
• Organizations based in Vancouver, BC are eligible; those outside Hastings-Sunrise must demonstrate strong partnerships with organizations based within the neighbourhood.

• Demonstrated capacity and resources to effectively deliver the proposed program within the Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood.
• Ongoing programming with clear and measurable benefits for residents or businesses in Hastings-Sunrise.
• Advancement of City priorities and strategies, specifically supporting Vibrant Vancouver and Healthy City Strategy objectives.
• Reasonableness and comparability of proposed expenses to similar programs.
• Strength of collaborative partnerships, especially if the applicant is not based within Hastings-Sunrise.

• The Hastings Legacy Fund is currently piloting a multi-year funding cycle (2024-2027), allowing for up to three years of support.
• Applicants who were not funded in the previous year or are applying for the first time are encouraged to consult with a grants planner before submitting their application.
• There is no appeal process for grant decisions after recommendations are made by City Council.
• Past programs funded by HLF grants are available for review to help guide prospective applicants.