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Kindred Cares Grants
Funding for palliative and hospice care initiatives
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 24, 2026Latest change: The Kindred Cares Grant is now open for 2026, with the application window running from September 21 to October 26, 2026 and updated eligibility and contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 24, 2026
Latest change: The Kindred Cares Grant is now open for 2026, with the application window running from September 21 to October 26, 2026 and updated eligibility and contact details.
Kindred Cares Grant 2026 Open
The Kindred Cares Grant has reopened for 2026, with applications accepted from September 21, 2026 to October 26, 2026 at 5 pm ET, and the 2026 application guidelines PDF has replaced the prior version. Eligibility now states that young-adult programs must be designed and run for people under 30, and it adds that a project may be co-led by a graduate student and a faculty member, with the faculty member ultimately responsible. Application and inquiry contact details now point to info@kindredfoundation.ca.
Funding available
$ 30,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care initiatives for children and adults with life-limiting conditions. The maximum funding is CAD 30,000 for programs and projects and CAD 10,000 for research.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
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
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Programs and projects in Canada aiming to improve the quality of life for children, adolescents and/or young adults with life-limiting conditions.
- Grief and bereavement support in Canada specifically for family members or caregivers of a child or AYA who is living with or has died from a life-limiting condition.
- Research in Canada on pediatric and/or AYA palliative care, and research in Canada on grief and bereavement of family members or caregivers of children, adolescents and/or young adults living with or who have died from a life-limiting condition.
- Programs and projects in eastern Canada aiming to improve the quality of life for adults with life-limiting conditions.
- Research in eastern Canada on adult palliative care, and research in eastern Canada on grief and bereavement of family members or caregivers of adults living with or who have died from a life-limiting condition.
Documents Needed
- Organization information and Canadian charitable number.
- Main contact person details.
- Project or research description and plan.
- Budget breakdown.
- Supporting documents such as references, figures, tables, ethics approval, or letters of support, if applicable.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations with a Canadian charitable registration number.
- Organizations affiliated with one that can receive a donation for your organization (qualified donee).
- Research applicants affiliated with an academic health science centre or university.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not yet operational.
- Applicants without a Canadian registered charity or eligible charity partner.
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to programs, projects, operations, and research.
- Administrative costs within the program limit.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regranting of funds.
- Travel expenses, except in some cases.
- Event or fundraising expenses.
- Conferences, registrations, journal, or publication costs.
- Capital funding, political or lobbying costs, and initiatives with benefits outside Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- Eastern Canada: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Selection criteria
- Projects are assessed through a competitive review process.
- Applications are reviewed by a committee with scientific, research, health care, and family representatives.
- Conflict of interest is considered during the review process.
How to apply
- Email applications to info@kindredfoundation.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a competitive peer-review process.
- A grant review committee makes the funding decisions.
- Applicants are notified of the outcome by the end of November 2025.
- A gift agreement is signed with each awardee.
- Funded applicants must submit an interim and/or final report.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a yearly basis.
- Organizations that previously applied or received funding may re-apply if eligible.
- A formal gift agreement is signed with each awardee.
- Funded applicants may be asked to share results with Kindred Foundation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Kindred Cares Grants Program
What is the Kindred Cares Grants?
This program supports hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care initiatives for children and adults with life-limiting conditions. The maximum funding is CAD 30,000 for programs and projects and CAD 10,000 for research.
How much funding can be received?
Kindred Cares Grants Funds up to $30,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Kindred Cares Grants program?
To be eligible for the Kindred Cares Grants program, you must:
Canadian registered charity or charity partner
Project in palliative or hospice care
Research linked to a university or health science centre
What expenses are eligible under Kindred Cares Grants?
Programs and projects in Canada aiming to improve the quality of life for children, adolescents and/or young adults with life-limiting conditions.
Grief and bereavement support in Canada specifically for family members or caregivers of a child or AYA who is living with or has died from a life-limiting condition.
Research in Canada on pediatric and/or AYA palliative care, and research in Canada on grief and bereavement of family members or caregivers of children, adolescents and/or young adults living with or who have died from a life-limiting condition.
Programs and projects in eastern Canada aiming to improve the quality of life for adults with life-limiting conditions.
Research in eastern Canada on adult palliative care, and research in eastern Canada on grief and bereavement of family members or caregivers of adults living with or who have died from a life-limiting condition.
Who can I contact for more information about the Kindred Cares Grants?
You can contact Kindred Foundation by email at info@kindredfoundation.ca or by phone at 416-919-8171.
Where is the Kindred Cares Grants available?
The Kindred Cares Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Kindred Cares Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Kindred Cares Grants is a Grant and Funding