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Homelessness Services Grants
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Funding for Vancouver non-profits supporting people experiencing homelessness
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Homelessness Services Grants provide up to $3,000 in funding to Vancouver-based non-profit organizations for projects or events that directly benefit individuals experiencing homelessness, raise community awareness, and reduce stigma. Eligible activities include hosting initiatives that support at-risk populations and foster community understanding of homelessness within Vancouver.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Supporting volunteer engagement
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 3, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Activities funded
- Hosting events or implementing projects in Vancouver that directly support individuals experiencing homelessness, those recently homeless, or at risk of homelessness.
- Initiatives that use creative approaches to increase public awareness about homelessness and its root causes.
- Projects that build understanding among citizens regarding solutions to homelessness and engage individuals with lived experience.
- Programs designed to reduce stigma toward people experiencing homelessness and foster community capacity in neighborhoods.
- Collaborative efforts that offer innovative solutions and promote dialogue between diverse community groups and those affected by homelessness.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 2,900
Collaborative community kitchen nights with recently housed residents
$ 2,900
Launching a public awareness campaign on youth homelessness
$ 2,850
Facilitating dialogues between business owners and unhoused residents
$ 2,900
Organizing a peer-led storytelling event about homelessness
$ 2,800
Hosting art workshops with people experiencing homelessness
$ 2,900
Running stigma-reduction mental health workshops in shelters
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a registered British Columbia non-profit society, a Canada Revenue Agency registered charity, or a First Nations Band based in Vancouver, in good standing.
- The applicant must have a proven track record of delivering projects, services, or hosting events.
- The proposed project or event must take place in the City of Vancouver and serve populations within Vancouver.
- The project must be designed to directly benefit people experiencing homelessness, those who have recently experienced homelessness, or those at risk of homelessness.
Who is eligible?
- Registered British Columbia non-profit societies based in Vancouver
- Canada Revenue Agency registered charities based in Vancouver
- First Nations Bands based in Vancouver
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered British Columbia non-profit societies, Canada Revenue Agency registered charities, or First Nations Bands based in Vancouver.
- Companies or groups whose projects take place outside of Vancouver or are coordinated by organizations not based in Vancouver.
- Entities proposing ongoing operations, staff salaries, or regular/existing programming as their main activity.
- Projects whose main focus does not directly benefit people experiencing homelessness or address the reduction of stigma around homelessness in Vancouver.
Eligible expenses
- Honoraria for individuals with lived experience or expertise related to homelessness, when directly tied to the funded project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations based in the City of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Selection criteria
- Demonstration of the project’s impact on people experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or with lived experience of homelessness in Vancouver.
- Strength of partnerships or ability to leverage new collaborations through the project.
- Clarity in identifying and targeting specific groups, such as youth, seniors, women, or urban Indigenous populations.
- Degree of innovation in providing solutions to homelessness or fostering dialogue and engagement with communities less familiar with homelessness issues.
- Achievability of deliverables, outcomes, and reasonableness of the proposed budget.
How to apply
1
Verify eligibility
- Confirm your organization is a registered BC non-profit, registered charity, or First Nations Band based in Vancouver, in good standing
- Ensure you have a track record in delivering relevant projects or services
- Prepare a project or event that directly benefits people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Vancouver
2
Consult the program guide
- Download and review the 2025 Homelessness Services Grants Information Guide
- Read objectives, criteria, and required documentation expected by the grant program
3
Prepare application documents
- Prepare all required application materials including project proposal and budget
- Ensure responses are complete for all application questions
- Collect supporting documents as specified by the guide
4
Access VanApply and create profile
- Access VanApply, the City of Vancouver’s online grant management system
- Create your organization profile if not already done
- Select the Homelessness Services Grants program
5
Complete and sign application form
- Complete the online grant application form on VanApply
- Upload all required and supporting documents
- Provide all digital signatures as requested
6
Submit application online
- Submit your entire application package via VanApply before the deadline of April 3, 2025 at 4:30pm
- Ensure all sections are completed or application will not be considered
7
Await decision and notification
- Wait for assessment and recommendation from City of Vancouver staff
- City Council will review and approve grants
- Notification of grant decisions expected after Council meeting in June 2025
Additional information
- First-time applicants or those with new projects are encouraged to contact staff at least two weeks before the application deadline to assess eligibility.
- A limited number of grants are awarded each year.
- Previous recipients must have submitted a Final Evaluation Report for prior projects to remain eligible for future funding.
- Printed and emailed applications are no longer accepted; all must be submitted through the online portal VanApply.
Contacts
homelessness@vancouver.ca
604-673-8443
