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Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants

Community support in Regina and area

Offered by
South Saskatchewan Community Foundation, Inc.
Official source: saskfoundation.ca

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Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 15,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Who can apply
Registered charities
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Overview

The Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Legacy Fund supports registered charities, qualified donees, and organizations with an affiliation agreement and a letter of endorsement from a qualified donee in Regina and area. Eligible activities include social, cultural, religious, and other community-beneficial activities, including outreach to those in need, educational opportunities, and the arts.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$15,000
Minimum funding
$5,000
Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
  • Train or support volunteers
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Regina
  • Saskatchewan
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Culture and Arts, Primary and Secondary Education, Other Education, Research, Social Services, Emergency and Relief, Income Support and Maintenance, Environment, Economic, Social and Community Development, Civic and Advocacy Organizations, Grant-making Foundations, Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion, Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
General public, Artists / creatives, Academia / students, Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Provincial

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 3

Latest changes

Lorne and Evelyn Johnson fund updated deadlines and materials

The Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Legacy Fund now shows an application intake date of June 22, 2026, and the grant budget form link has been updated.

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The Lorne and Evelyn Johnson fund page now appears as the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Legacy Fund, with new logo and recognition guidance added. The application intake date changed from March 1 to June 22, 2026, and the Grant Budget & Cost Form now points to a new file: 2026-06-19-LEJF-Grant-Budget-Cost-Form.xlsx. Other core guidance appears unchanged, including the April 15 and September 1 deadlines at 11:59pm, the $5,000 to $15,000 typical grant range, and the Online Grant Portal submission path.

Official source: saskfoundation.ca
July 6, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered charities
  • Qualified donees as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada)
  • Organizations with an affiliation agreement and a letter of endorsement from a qualified donee, such as a registered municipality

Who is not eligible

  • Applications from outside this region will not be eligible
  • Charities which operate primarily as grant-making organizations

Eligible expenses

  • Program-based funding
  • Capital and building-related costs
  • Major equipment purchases
  • Operating expenses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Applications from outside Regina and area for this deadline
  • Continuing or multi-year requests are not normally considered
  • Grants to charities that operate primarily as grant-making organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Regina and area

Activities funded

  • Social, cultural, religious, and other activities deemed beneficial to communities
  • Outreach to those in need
  • Educational opportunities
  • Support for the arts

How to apply

  • Submissions are to be made by using our Online Grant Portal
  • Create a login profile with your contact information and that of your organization
  • Download and complete the required Grant Budget & Cost Form to prepare for uploading it as part of your application
  • Have your Financial Statements and Annual Report ready to upload as part of a complete application
  • Have any other relevant materials, in electronic form, ready for upload
  • Before applying, please review the application guidelines and contact the Foundation if you'd like to verify your eligibility
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Documents Needed

  • Complete and submitted Online Application Form
  • Project budget – Grant Budget & Cost Form (revenues and expenses must equal to "0")
  • Available quotes (if a Capital Grant or a Major Equipment Grant application)
  • Most recent financial statements, preferably audited if the organization has been in existence for more than one year
  • Copy of your most recent annual report, if available

Selection criteria

  • Priority is given to projects that are innovative or show collaboration across multiple organizations.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are assessed by the Fund Advisory Committee, with final decisions approved by the Foundation.
  • The Foundation will inform applicants of its final decision by email.
  • The Foundation may request additional details if necessary.
  • All decisions regarding applications and interpretations of guidelines and policies are final.

Additional information

  • The Foundation reserves the right to update and revise its program information at any time.

Contacts

grants@saskfoundation.ca
+1 (306) 751-4756

Official sources

Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Legacy Fund ~

Application form

2026 06 19 Lejf Grant Budget Cost FormCharity/Qualified Donee Partner Agreement

Application portal

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Supporting document

Charity/Qualified Donee Partner Agreement
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants Program

What is the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants?

The Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Legacy Fund supports registered charities, qualified donees, and organizations with an affiliation agreement and a letter of endorsement from a qualified donee in Regina and area. Eligible activities include social, cultural, religious, and other community-beneficial activities, including outreach to those in need, educational opportunities, and the arts.

How much funding can be received?

Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants program?

To be eligible for the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants program, you must: Registered charity or qualified donee Organization with an affiliation agreement and a letter of endorsement from a qualified donee

What expenses are eligible under Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants?

Program-based funding Capital and building-related costs Major equipment purchases Operating expenses

Who can I contact for more information about the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants?

You can contact South Saskatchewan Community Foundation, Inc. by email at grants@saskfoundation.ca or by phone at +1 (306) 751-4756.

Where is the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants available?

The Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants program is available the province of Saskatchewan.

Is the Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Lorne and Evelyn Johnson Foundation Grants is a Grant and Funding