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Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund
Funding for community capital and pilot projects
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Give Where You Live Fund provides funding for capital and pilot projects that support community needs in Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Cedar, Gabriola Island, and Lantzville. It offers up to $25,000 for capital projects and up to $15,000 for pilot projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- 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
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Capital projects that maintain, improve, or acquire tangible assets for long-term community benefit.
- Pilot projects that test, learn from, and refine new approaches to community needs.
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent
- Project summary and activities overview
- Requested amount and budget allocation
- Organization’s charitable number
- Applicant contact details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Qualified donees
Eligible expenses
- Project and program delivery costs
- Staffing and contractor costs
- Administrative and operational expenses related to the funded work
- Evaluation and learning activities
- Accessibility, inclusion, and community engagement costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Nanaimo
- Ladysmith
- Cedar
- Gabriola Island
- Lantzville
- Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District 68
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the Letter of Intent is submitted.
- Selected applicants are invited to complete a longer application.
- All applicants receive an update in mid-April on next steps.
- Successful applicants receive funding in the summer of the following year.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted as a Letter of Intent first.
- Selected applicants are later invited to complete a full application.
- Funding is distributed in the summer of the following year.
- Applications are currently closed until early Spring 2027.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live 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 Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund?
The Give Where You Live Fund provides funding for capital and pilot projects that support community needs in Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Cedar, Gabriola Island, and Lantzville. It offers up to $25,000 for capital projects and up to $15,000 for pilot projects.
How much funding can be received?
Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund program?
To be eligible for the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund program, you must:
Registered charity or qualified donee
Operating in District 68
Strong financial management
What expenses are eligible under Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund?
Capital projects that maintain, improve, or acquire tangible assets for long-term community benefit.
Pilot projects that test, learn from, and refine new approaches to community needs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund?
You can contact Nanaimo Community Foundation by email at grants@nanaimofoundation.com.
Where is the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund available?
The Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nanaimo Foundation - Give Where You Live Fund is a Grant and Funding