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Micro & Leadership Grants
Support for community projects and capacity building
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Vancouver, West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $1,000 in support for charitable organizations serving West Vancouver. It funds time-limited community projects and events, as well as leadership and capacity-building activities for North Shore non-profits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Vancouver, West Vancouver
- British Columbia
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
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Time-limited community projects or events.
- Small charitable initiatives for the North Shore community.
- Leadership and capacity-building activities for non-profit organizations.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities.
- Qualified donees.
- Organizations serving the West Vancouver community.
- North Shore non-profit organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that do not serve West Vancouver.
- Organizations that are not registered charities or qualified donees.
- Applicants seeking support for debt reduction or general fundraising.
- Projects focused mainly on individuals rather than the community.
Eligible expenses
- Small project-related expenses.
- Unbudgeted marketing for an event.
- Courses, workshops, and training for staff or volunteers.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Deficit reduction, debts, or loans.
- General fundraising, including fundraising events.
- Activities primarily benefiting individuals, such as scholarships.
- Expenses incurred before grant approval.
- National or provincial initiatives without a specific benefit to West Vancouver.
- Religious activities focused on one spiritual tradition.
- Political activities not allowed by the Canada Revenue Agency.
Eligible geographic areas
- West Vancouver
- North Shore
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applicants are notified of approval or denial within 4 weeks.
- If approved, payment is issued in 4 to 6 weeks.
- Staff may contact applicants to discuss the application.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted until funds are depleted.
- Applicants may be contacted by staff to discuss the request.
- The program includes both Micro Grants and Leadership Grants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Micro & Leadership Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Micro & Leadership Grants. 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 Micro & Leadership Grants?
This program offers up to $1,000 in support for charitable organizations serving West Vancouver. It funds time-limited community projects and events, as well as leadership and capacity-building activities for North Shore non-profits.
How much funding can be received?
Micro & Leadership Grants Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Micro & Leadership Grants program?
To be eligible for the Micro & Leadership Grants program, you must:
Serve West Vancouver.
Registered charity or qualified donee.
Charitable community project.
What expenses are eligible under Micro & Leadership Grants?
Time-limited community projects or events.
Small charitable initiatives for the North Shore community.
Leadership and capacity-building activities for non-profit organizations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Micro & Leadership Grants?
You can contact West Vancouver Community Foundation (WVF) by email at deniseh@westvanfoundation.ca.
Where is the Micro & Leadership Grants available?
The Micro & Leadership Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Micro & Leadership Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Micro & Leadership Grants is a Partnering and Collaboration