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Legion Foundation Grant Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Legion Foundation Grant Program Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000 per project.

Q: Who is eligible for the Legion Foundation Grant Program program?

To be eligible for the Legion Foundation Grant Program program, you must: Registered charity Primarily in BC or Yukon Mission-aligned community project

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Legion Foundation Grant Program?

You can contact British Columbia/Yukon Command of the Royal Canadian Legion Foundation (BC/).

Q: Where is the Legion Foundation Grant Program available?

The Legion Foundation Grant Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Is the Legion Foundation Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Legion Foundation Grant Program is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

British Columbia, Canada

Supports mission-aligned community projects for vulnerable groups

Grant and Funding

British Columbia/Yukon Command of the Royal Canadian Legion Foundation

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

Provides up to $2,000 to support community projects helping veterans, seniors, or youth. Funds are intended for mission-aligned local initiatives, with priority for projects supporting Veterans, first responders, and their families.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Up to 90% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : September 15, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

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

Social Services
Not Elsewhere Classified
Children and Youth Organizations

Target groups

Children & youth
Seniors

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Provincial

Activities funded

Community projects that help veterans in local communities.
Community projects that help seniors in local communities.
Community projects that help youth in local communities.
Projects aligned with caring for Veterans, first responders, and their families.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 1,950

Install lift-recliner seating to improve comfort for veterans and seniors

$ 1,800

Purchase safety and accessibility equipment for youth-veteran workshops

Eligibility

The applicant must be a registered charity.
The organization must operate primarily in British Columbia or the Yukon.
The project must support the Legion Foundation BC/Yukon mission of helping veterans, seniors, or youth in local communities.
Priority is given to projects that align with caring for Veterans, first responders, and their families.

Who is eligible?

Registered charities operating primarily in British Columbia
Registered charities operating primarily in the Yukon

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not registered charities
Organizations that do not operate primarily in British Columbia or the Yukon

Eligible geographic areas

British Columbia
Yukon

Selection criteria

Alignment with the Legion Foundation BC/Yukon mission (veterans, seniors, or youth).
Priority for projects aligned with caring for Veterans, first responders, and their families.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed in October.
Applicants are notified of decisions by November 30.

Additional information

Applications open August 1 each year.
Applications are due by September 15.
Applications are reviewed in October.
Applicants are notified by November 30.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Legion Foundation Grant Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Legion Foundation 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.