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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
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