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ICANN Grant Program - Canada
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ICANN Grant Program

Funding for Internet ecosystem capacity and innovation
ICANN
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 500,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : May 24, 2024
Location
Canada

Overview

Funding of up to $500,000 supports projects aligned with ICANN’s mission. Eligible activities include strengthening Internet unique identifier systems, capacity development, innovation and open standards, and improving diversity, participation, and inclusion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : May 24, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Information and cultural industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • International

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Projects benefiting the development, distribution, and evolution of services and systems supporting the Internet’s unique identifier systems.
  • Capacity development initiatives.
  • Initiatives advancing developments, innovation, and open standards for the benefit of the Internet community.
  • Projects contributing to diversity, participation, and inclusion across stakeholder communities and geographic regions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Charitable organizations (U.S. and international)

Eligible geographic areas

  • Worldwide (global eligibility)

Additional information

  • Award thresholds are for the first cycle only and will be reassessed for future cycles.
  • Applicants are expected to review the Grant Program Applicant Guide before starting an application.
  • ICANN uses Submittable as its online grants management system for applications and reporting.
  • Only applications submitted through Submittable will be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions about the ICANN Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the ICANN Grant Program. 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.

What is the ICANN Grant Program?

Funding of up to $500,000 supports projects aligned with ICANN’s mission. Eligible activities include strengthening Internet unique identifier systems, capacity development, innovation and open standards, and improving diversity, participation, and inclusion.

How much funding can be received?

ICANN Grant Program Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the ICANN Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the ICANN Grant Program program, you must: Charitable organization status Project aligned with ICANN’s mission Meets due diligence requirements

What expenses are eligible under ICANN Grant Program?

Projects benefiting the development, distribution, and evolution of services and systems supporting the Internet’s unique identifier systems. Capacity development initiatives. Initiatives advancing developments, innovation, and open standards for the benefit of the Internet community. Projects contributing to diversity, participation, and inclusion across stakeholder communities and geographic regions.

Where is the ICANN Grant Program available?

The ICANN Grant Program program is available across Canada.

Is the ICANN Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

ICANN Grant Program is a Grant and Funding

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