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Iris Energy Community Grants Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Iris Energy Community Grants Program Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Iris Energy Community Grants Program program?

To be eligible for the Iris Energy Community Grants Program program, you must: Local community benefit Aligns with a priority area Based in an eligible area

Q: Where is the Iris Energy Community Grants Program available?

The Iris Energy Community Grants Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Is the Iris Energy Community Grants Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Iris Energy Community Grants Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Iris Energy Community Grants Program?

Iris Energy Community Grants Program is funded by Iris Energy (IREN)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

British Columbia, Canada

Funding for local community-benefit initiatives

Grant and Funding

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

The program provides up to $10,000 per application to support local initiatives that benefit the community. Eligible activities align with community participation, sustainability, safety, diversity, technology for community benefit, and STEM learning.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Increasing community impact

Reduce the ecological footprint

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : June 30, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Educational services
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Other Education
Environment
Economic, Social and Community Development
Children and Youth Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Projects that increase community participation and pride (e.g., volunteer awards, community space enhancements, local festivals, heritage preservation)
Community sustainability initiatives (e.g., renewable energy use, energy efficiency, carbon reduction, recycling, school education programs, community gardens)
Community safety and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., neighbourhood watch, community health initiatives, safety improvements to local amenities)
Programs that promote diversity in the community
Programs that use innovative technology for community benefit and/or improve local STEM participation (including trades)

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 9,800

Deliver youth STEM workshops combining coding, electronics, and community safety training

$ 9,950

Improve community space with LED upgrades, safety equipment, and energy education

Eligibility

The initiative must benefit the local community.
The project must align with at least one program priority area (community participation, sustainability, safety, diversity, technology for community benefit, or STEM participation).
The applicant must be an organization or community group located within an eligible area.

Who is eligible?

Organizations
Community groups

Eligible expenses

First aid equipment
Safety improvements to local amenities (e.g., enhanced lighting)

Eligible geographic areas

City of Prince George (British Columbia)
District of Mackenzie (British Columbia)

Processing and Agreement

Iris Energy will endeavour to notify successful applicants within eight weeks of the application closing date.

Additional information

Applications are accepted annually during set intake windows for each eligible area.
Successful applicants are expected to be notified within eight weeks after the application closing date.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Iris Energy Community Grants Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Iris Energy Community Grants 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 Iris Energy Community Grants Program?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the Iris Energy Community Grants Program program?

What expenses are eligible under Iris Energy Community Grants Program?

Projects that increase community participation and pride (e.g., volunteer awards, community space enhancements, local festivals, heritage preservation) Community sustainability initiatives (e.g., renewable energy use, energy efficiency, carbon reduction, recycling, school education programs, community gardens) Community safety and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., neighbourhood watch, community health initiatives, safety improvements to local amenities) Programs that promote diversity in the community Programs that use innovative technology for community benefit and/or improve local STEM participation (including trades)