MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Regional Support Fund for Social Programs (FRSPS) - QC - Canada

MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent — Regional Support Fund for Social Programs (FRSPS)

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QC, Canada
Supports stabilizing and continuing regional social programs partnerships

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Grant and Funding
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  • Health care and social assistance
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  • MRC du Golfe du Saint Laurent
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grant_card_status|open

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The MRC Le Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent Regional Support Fund for Social Programs (FRSPS) aims to stabilize and sustain social programs through partnerships, offering a maximum funding amount of $20,000 per year for up to three years. Eligible activities include projects targeting youth, families, and the elderly, focusing on community mobilization and program continuity.

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  • Financial assistance is granted in the form of a subsidy that cannot exceed $20,000 per year, for a maximum duration of 3 years.
  • The financial assistance must be complemented with regular reports of income and expenses by the promoter.
  • Eligible salary expenses for project execution are covered up to 75% of the total project cost, including obligatory employment-related costs and social benefits, solely for animation purposes.
  • Salaries associated with program coordination or administrative expenses are covered only up to 5% of the total project cost, provided these are justified.
  • Eligibility for funding is proportionate to the number of individuals and communities impacted.
  • The payment structure may fluctuate based on the organization's needs, as specified in the aid agreement.

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  • Activities directly benefiting the population within one or more municipalities in the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent region.
  • Initiatives prioritizing youth involvement.
  • Programs supporting families.
  • Projects catering to the needs of seniors.
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$ 75,000

Expand organic farming operations with new equipment

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  • The applicant must be a municipal organization, a non-profit organization, or an organization in the education sector.
  • The project must involve activities in municipalities within the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent territory with direct intervention in the community.
  • Priority is given to projects involving youth, families, and seniors.

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  • Municipal organizations
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Education sector organizations

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  • Salaries and wages for project execution, including mandatory employment costs (social security contributions) and benefits, for animation purposes only. Eligible up to 75% of the total project cost.
  • Salaries related to program coordination or administrative costs related to program management, eligible up to 5% of the total project cost and must be justified.
  • Purchase of materials (reading, leisure, etc.) related to the program.

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  • Municipalities within the territory of MRC Le Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent.

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  • Formation of partnerships for the implementation or continuation of the program within the communities, including municipal support.
  • Creation or maintenance of jobs.
  • Community mobilization: aiding local groups to clarify and express their needs and objectives and undertake collective actions.
  • Sustainability of the project: the ability to maintain or support a process over time.

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  • Step 1: Project Eligibility AssessmentVerify that your project aligns with the FRSPS goals regarding the stabilization and continuity of social programs.
  • Confirm that the planned expenses are predominantly eligible according to the fund's criteria.
  • Step 2: Application PreparationWrite a detailed description of your project that includes the objectives, target audience, and community needs it addresses.
  • Highlight the proposed partnerships and describe their role in the project's success.
  • Prepare a detailed budget showing wages, salaries, and other project-related expenses.
  • Include the necessary justifications for each expense, especially those related to program coordination or management (not exceeding 5% of the total cost).
  • Step 3: Assembling Required DocumentsCollect all letters of support and partnership ensuring the implementation and sustainability of the project.
  • Gather your organization's financial statements for submission.
  • Step 4: Submission of the ApplicationSend your complete file to the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent office according to the instructions provided on their website or in their calls for projects documents.
  • Step 5: Application Follow-UpMonitor communications from the MRC for any requests for additional information or clarification.
  • Be ready to provide additional documents if necessary.

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  • The financial assistance provided under this grant is in the form of a subsidy, and the maximum amount awarded per year is $20,000 for up to three years.
  • The financial aid is subject to regular submission of income and expense statements by the applicant.
  • The disbursement structure of the payments will be tailored according to the needs of the organization and will be detailed in the financial assistance agreement with the MRC.
  • The amount of financial assistance granted will be proportional to the number of people and communities affected by the project.

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