Closed
Source verified March 3, 2026
Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program
Supports community-led projects addressing social issues in Hastings-Sunrise
Funding available
$ 40,000
Deadline
October 9, 2024
Opened September 10, 2024
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program offers up to $40,000 per year (maximum $120,000 over three years) to support programs addressing social issues in Vancouver’s Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood. Eligible initiatives include those that build community capacity, promote safety, advance inclusion, and foster positive social change within the area.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Programs that strengthen the capacity of the Hastings-Sunrise community to address local social issues.
- Initiatives that build a safe, inclusive, and engaged neighbourhood through community capacity building, public safety, and civic engagement.
- Projects that develop local solutions to social challenges and support positive social change within the Hastings-Sunrise area.
- Activities that reinforce or support the goals of Vibrant Vancouver and the Healthy City Strategy.
Official resources
Eligibility
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.
Selection criteria
- 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.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review Program Guidelines
- Carefully read the informational guidelines and information sheet to understand funding priorities, allowable expenses, and decision-making considerations.
- Review additional program details on the official website.
- Step 2: Gather Required Documents
- Prepare all necessary documents, including:
- Financial statements for the most recently completed fiscal year
- Program budget for 1 to 3 years
- Annual General Meeting minutes
- Annual Report (if available)
- Board of Directors list
- Incorporation documentation
- Minutes of the most recent board meeting
- Organization by-law/constitution
- Organization’s policy on diversity (if available)
- Prepare all necessary documents, including:
- Step 3: Prepare Your Application on VanApply
- Log in to the VanApply online portal.
- Complete the application form, providing detailed information about your organization and the nature of the proposed program, including its objectives, impact, and alignment with City strategies.
- Attach all required supporting documentation and budgets.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Double-check all information for accuracy and completeness.
- Submit your application through the VanApply portal before the application deadline (October 9, 2024).
- Step 5: Confirmation of Submission
- Receive confirmation from VanApply that your application has been submitted.
- Save the confirmation for your records.
- Step 6: Await Notification
- A panel of staff will review the application after the deadline based on published criteria.
- Organizations will be notified in writing about funding recommendations prior to the Council meeting.
Additional information
- 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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program Program
What is the Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program?
The Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program offers up to $40,000 per year (maximum $120,000 over three years) to support programs addressing social issues in Vancouver’s Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood. Eligible initiatives include those that build community capacity, promote safety, advance inclusion, and foster positive social change within the area.
How much funding can be received?
Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 9, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program program, you must:
For-profit businesses are not eligible; only registered non-profit societies, charities, First Nations Bands, or community service co-ops may apply or serve as fiscal sponsors.
What expenses are eligible under Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program?
Programs that strengthen the capacity of the Hastings-Sunrise community to address local social issues.
Initiatives that build a safe, inclusive, and engaged neighbourhood through community capacity building, public safety, and civic engagement.
Projects that develop local solutions to social challenges and support positive social change within the Hastings-Sunrise area.
Activities that reinforce or support the goals of Vibrant Vancouver and the Healthy City Strategy.
Who can I contact for more information about the Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program?
You can contact City of Vancouver by email at socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca or by phone at 604-673-8414.
Where is the Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program available?
The Hastings Legacy Fund (HLF) Community Grant Program program is available the province of British Columbia.