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Justice and Reconciliation Fund
Supports reconciliation projects between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
September 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Congregations, regional councils, education and theological centres, and outreach/community ministries.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Justice and Reconciliation Fund supports United Church groups and, when funds allow, some outside groups in projects that foster education, dialogue, reconciliation, and relationship-building between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Funding may cover justice and reconciliation work, community engagement, nation-to-nation events, and projects supporting the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects or events that promote understanding of the United Church's role in the Indian Residential School system and its impact on former students and their communities.
- Projects or events that foster direct community-to-community engagement or face-to-face encounters between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
- Nation-to-nation events involving church members that support advocacy in solidarity with Indigenous rights.
- Justice and reconciliation work supporting the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Documents Needed
- Application Form and Budget Template
- Final report
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Congregations, regional councils, education and theological centres, and outreach/community ministries.
- Ecumenical initiatives where there is a commitment to cost-sharing.
- Groups outside the United Church may also be considered if funds permit and there is provision for involvement of United Church members.
Selection criteria
- Groups who have not received funding in the past may receive priority for funding.
- At all times, the level of demand on the fund may mean that some applications that meet the fund’s criteria cannot be supported.
How to apply
- Submit applications by March 15 or September 15.
- Use the Application Form and Budget Template available under Downloads.
Processing and Agreement
- The Review Committee is made up of individuals appointed by the Indigenous Justice Advisory Committee.
- Proposals that do not meet the criteria or applications that are not complete will not be approved.
- A final project report upon completion of the project is required.
- Grant recipients are required to submit a final report on their project within six weeks of project completion.
Additional information
- Applications are due by March 15 or September 15.
- Decisions will be rendered within eight weeks of the deadlines.
- Those applying in September should not plan to start their project before January 1 of the following year.
- Applications may be strengthened by letters of support from Indigenous or United Church of Canada partners, as applicable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Justice and Reconciliation Fund Program
What is the Justice and Reconciliation Fund?
The Justice and Reconciliation Fund supports United Church groups and, when funds allow, some outside groups in projects that foster education, dialogue, reconciliation, and relationship-building between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Funding may cover justice and reconciliation work, community engagement, nation-to-nation events, and projects supporting the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
How much funding can be received?
Justice and Reconciliation Fund Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Justice and Reconciliation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Justice and Reconciliation Fund program, you must:
The project must foster education, dialogue, reconciliation, and relationship-building between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
Wherever possible, the planning and application process should be a joint Indigenous/non-Indigenous endeavour.
What expenses are eligible under Justice and Reconciliation Fund?
Projects or events that promote understanding of the United Church's role in the Indian Residential School system and its impact on former students and their communities.
Projects or events that foster direct community-to-community engagement or face-to-face encounters between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
Nation-to-nation events involving church members that support advocacy in solidarity with Indigenous rights.
Justice and reconciliation work supporting the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Who can I contact for more information about the Justice and Reconciliation Fund?
You can contact The United Church of Canada Foundation (UCCF) by email at lransom@united-church.ca or by phone at 1-226-564-1968.
Where is the Justice and Reconciliation Fund available?
The Justice and Reconciliation Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Justice and Reconciliation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Justice and Reconciliation Fund is a Grant and Funding