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National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program
Funding for Survivor healing and wellness initiatives
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : June 10, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding of no prescribed limit to support projects that invest in the health, healing, and wellness of Sixties Scoop Survivors, their families, and descendants. Eligible activities include healing and wellness services, cultural reclamation, reunification, training, storytelling, and related capacity-building work.
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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
- Closing date : June 10, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Programs supporting mental health, healing, and wellness
- Projects addressing urgent basic needs
- Activities that promote reunification, cultural connection, and knowledge transfer
- Training initiatives
- Truth-telling and storytelling initiatives
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent
- Completed grant application form
- Project budget
- Intermediary Agreement, if applicable
- Letters of support, if applicable
- Current 2024-2025 audited financial statement, if available
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities and other qualified donees
- Indigenous-led non-profit societies in good standing
- Organizations serving Sixties Scoop Survivors, their families, and descendants
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- First Nations led by Chief and Councils
- Tribal Councils and Indigenous Representative Organizations
- Provincial Territorial Organizations
- Métis, First Nations, and Inuit settlement organizations
Eligible expenses
- Honoraria, salaries, and professional fees directly tied to the project
- Project-related gifts, prizes, or awards
- Necessary capital expenses such as technology and equipment
- Project administration costs up to 15%
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital infrastructure projects such as new construction, renovation, expansion, or vehicle purchases
- Debt retirement and mortgage pay-downs
- Expenses not necessary to deliver the project or program
- Costs incurred before August 1, 2026 or after July 31, 2027
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed first by an evaluation committee
- Eligible applications with favourable scores are forwarded to the Programs Committee and then to the Board of Directors for final decision
- All applicants are notified of the decision by email
- Successful applicants must sign a grant agreement before receiving payment
- An interim report is required before the second payment is released
Additional information
- Applicants may be asked to provide letters of support.
- Successful applicants must sign a grant agreement before payment.
- The Foundation may share report content for promotional purposes.
- Applications may be appealed in writing within 14 days of the decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program. 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 National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program?
This program provides funding of no prescribed limit to support projects that invest in the health, healing, and wellness of Sixties Scoop Survivors, their families, and descendants. Eligible activities include healing and wellness services, cultural reclamation, reunification, training, storytelling, and related capacity-building work.
Who is eligible for the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program program, you must:
Qualified donee or fiscal sponsorship
Indigenous-led organization
Serves Sixties Scoop Survivors
What expenses are eligible under National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program?
Programs supporting mental health, healing, and wellness
Projects addressing urgent basic needs
Activities that promote reunification, cultural connection, and knowledge transfer
Training initiatives
Truth-telling and storytelling initiatives
Who can I contact for more information about the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program?
You can contact Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation (NSSHFC) by email at grants@60sscoopfoundation.com or by phone at none.
Where is the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program available?
The National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program?
National Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation 2026 Grant Program is funded by Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation (NSSHFC)