Closed
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program uses a $27.9 million fund to improve access to menstrual products and expand education and awareness. It supports product purchase and distribution, awareness activities, and pilot delivery across Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
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
- Emergency and Relief
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free access to menstrual products for low-income communities.
- Education and awareness activities on menstrual health and period stigma.
- Pilot implementation of a national menstrual equity approach.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Food banks.
- Community organizations.
- Partners involved in menstrual product distribution.
- Partners involved in education and awareness activities.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and distribution of menstrual products.
- Expansion of education and awareness activities.
- Product distribution costs for pilot locations.
- Program delivery and administration costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- All Canadian provinces and territories.
Additional information
- Funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada.
- Food Banks Canada works with community organizations across Canada.
- The program includes pilot locations in all provinces and territories.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Menstrual Equity Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Menstrual Equity 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.
What is the Menstrual Equity Fund?
This program uses a $27.9 million fund to improve access to menstrual products and expand education and awareness. It supports product purchase and distribution, awareness activities, and pilot delivery across Canada.
Who is eligible for the Menstrual Equity Fund program?
To be eligible for the Menstrual Equity Fund program, you must:
Community or nonprofit partner.
Focus on menstrual equity.
Supports low-income communities.
What expenses are eligible under Menstrual Equity Fund?
Free access to menstrual products for low-income communities.
Education and awareness activities on menstrual health and period stigma.
Pilot implementation of a national menstrual equity approach.
Where is the Menstrual Equity Fund available?
The Menstrual Equity Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Menstrual Equity Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Menstrual Equity Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Menstrual Equity Fund?
Menstrual Equity Fund is funded by Food Banks Canada