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Mécénat Placements Culture
Supports cultural fundraising and permanent funds
Last Update: May 24, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $500,000 per organization per year to support the financial autonomy of cultural and communications nonprofits. It supports permanent funds and fundraising activities through three components: A, B and C.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creating perpetual funds in an associated foundation.
- Collective fundraising by a group of organizations.
- First-time fundraising campaigns for organizations developing annual fundraising habits.
Documents Needed
- Official completed application form.
- Signed fund management agreement.
- Signed financial statements for the latest completed fiscal year.
- Supporting documents listed by the program’s component.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations in the culture sector.
- Non-profit organizations in the communications sector.
- Registered charitable foundations linked to eligible organizations.
- Groups of at least three non-profit organizations for component B.
Who is not eligible
- Government ministries and agencies.
- Municipal entities and their related entities.
- Public educational institutions such as schools, CEGEPs and universities.
- Museums governed by a specific law and their related entities.
Eligible expenses
- Fundraising activities and events costs.
- Development of fundraising strategies and campaigns.
- Operational costs directly related to fundraising efforts.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the regional office.
- Only complete applications received by November 30 are assessed for funding.
- The Ministry issues a letter announcing the funding decision after the annual allocation process.
- The funding agreement must be signed before support is granted.
Additional information
- The program is divided into three components: A, B and C.
- Applications can be submitted at any time during the year.
- The maximum annual funding available is $500,000 per organization.
- Funds are permanently transferred to an associated foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mécénat Placements Culture Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mécénat Placements Culture. 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.
What is the Mécénat Placements Culture?
This program offers up to $500,000 per organization per year to support the financial autonomy of cultural and communications nonprofits. It supports permanent funds and fundraising activities through three components: A, B and C.
How much funding can be received?
Mécénat Placements Culture Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Mécénat Placements Culture program?
To be eligible for the Mécénat Placements Culture program, you must:
Non-profit in culture or communications
Based in Quebec
Financially stable
What expenses are eligible under Mécénat Placements Culture?
Creating perpetual funds in an associated foundation.
Collective fundraising by a group of organizations.
First-time fundraising campaigns for organizations developing annual fundraising habits.
Who can I contact for more information about the Mécénat Placements Culture?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of Culture and Communications (MCC).
Where is the Mécénat Placements Culture available?
The Mécénat Placements Culture program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Mécénat Placements Culture a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Mécénat Placements Culture is a Grant and Funding