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Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund

Q: How much funding can be received?

Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund program?

To be eligible for the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund program, you must: Canadian registered charity Activities in Northwest Territories Sport training program (listed sports)

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund?

You can contact The Yellowknife Community Foundation.

Q: Where is the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund available?

The Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories.

Q: Is the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Northwest Territories, Canada

Supports community programming and resilient local initiatives

Grant and Funding

The Yellowknife Community Foundation

Processing And Agreement

Other info

Overview

Funding of up to $7,000 supports community-based programming in key priority areas. It complements new or established initiatives, including eligible sport training activities.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Minimum amount : 1,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : July 31, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Location

Northwest Territories

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Sports

Target groups

Children & youth

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Regional

Activities funded

Programs that foster volunteer development and/or mentorship in the community.
Initiatives supporting collective action to address identified community needs or issues.
Activities that build capacity for stronger, more resilient communities.
Training programs related to cross-country skiing, biathlon, mountain biking, speed skating, canoeing, or kayaking.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 6,900

Youth ski training with volunteer coach mentorship and equipment access

$ 6,650

Canoe and kayak training with volunteer leader certification and safety gear

Eligibility

The applicant must be a Canadian registered charity.
The charity must conduct activities in the Northwest Territories.
The proposed programming or community-based activities must align with at least one priority area (volunteer development/mentorship, collective action on community needs, or community resilience).
Organizations must provide training related to cross-country skiing, biathlon, mountain biking, speed skating, canoeing, or kayaking.

Who is eligible?

Canadian registered charities conducting activities in the Northwest Territories.
Organizations providing training in cross-country skiing, biathlon, mountain biking, speed skating, canoeing, or kayaking.

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not Canadian registered charities.
Organizations not conducting activities in the Northwest Territories.
Organizations that do not provide training in the listed sports.

Eligible geographic areas

Northwest Territories

Selection criteria

Preference given to organizations providing training to youth in the listed sports to enhance sport development.

Processing and Agreement

Decisions are expected around May (application turnaround).

Additional information

Typical application turnaround is in May.
Funding amounts may vary year by year.
A published deadline for this fund was July 31, 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mary Beth Miller Memorial Fund. 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.