Open
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
McCain Foundation grant applications support charitable organizations in Canada, with a focus on communities where McCain Foods operates, including Atlantic Canada and rural Alberta and Manitoba. The program funds projects in arts and culture, community service, education, environment, and health and welfare.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
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 in arts and culture, community service, education, environment, or health and welfare
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations with a charitable registration number
Who is not eligible
- Religious organizations
- Political organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without a charitable registration number
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Deficit or emergency funding
- Event sponsorships, conferences, travel expenses, and fundraisers
- Endowment funds
- Scholarships
Eligible geographic areas
- Atlantic Canada
- Manitoba
- Alberta
How to apply
1
Check eligibility first
- Review the Foundation’s interests and funded project examples.
- Check the list of activities and requests the Foundation does not fund.
- Use the Eligibility Checklist to confirm your request aligns with the granting criteria.
2
Prepare application materials
- Prepare your application with all requested information.
- Ensure your organization has a charitable registration number.
- Confirm that your request supports an eligible community in Canada where McCain Foods operates.
3
Submit online application
- Submit your application online through the Good Grants system.
- Create an account to access the application portal.
- Contact Good Grants technical support or info@mccainfoundation.org if you need help.
4
Await review results
- Wait for the Foundation’s review after submission.
- Note that the Board meets quarterly and review can take up to 6 months.
- The Foundation may contact you if additional information is needed.
Processing and Agreement
- The Foundation uses an external Grant Management System called Good Grants to manage applications throughout their lifecycle.
- Applicants must create an account to submit an application.
Additional information
- The Foundation prefers to receive applications online.
- The Foundation accepts applications by mail.
- Proposals can be submitted at any time.
- Applicants may contact info@mccainfoundation.org with questions about the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the McCain Foundation Grants Program
What is the McCain Foundation Grants?
McCain Foundation grant applications support charitable organizations in Canada, with a focus on communities where McCain Foods operates, including Atlantic Canada and rural Alberta and Manitoba. The program funds projects in arts and culture, community service, education, environment, and health and welfare.
Who is eligible for the McCain Foundation Grants program?
To be eligible for the McCain Foundation Grants program, you must:
The applicant organization must have a charitable registration number.
The request must support a community in Canada where McCain Foods operates.
The request must align with the Foundation’s values of Empowerment, Integrity, and Innovation.
What expenses are eligible under McCain Foundation Grants?
Projects in arts and culture, community service, education, environment, or health and welfare
Who can I contact for more information about the McCain Foundation Grants?
You can contact The McCain Foundation by email at info@mccainfoundation.org.
Where is the McCain Foundation Grants available?
The McCain Foundation Grants program is available the province of Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia.
Who are the financial supporters of the McCain Foundation Grants?
McCain Foundation Grants is funded by The McCain Foundation