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NGO Stabilization Fund
Capacity support for NWT nonprofits
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Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Who can apply
NGOs in the Northwest Territories that deliver critical GNWT-funded services or programs to NWT residents.
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Overview
NGO Stabilization Fund offers up to $50,000 per year to eligible NGOs in the Northwest Territories to strengthen organizational capacity. It supports groups that deliver critical GNWT-funded services and stay in good standing while managing programs and services. Eligible costs include general management, governance, organizational development, and extraordinary general operations.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects to stabilize or develop organizational capacity to manage programs and services.
Documents Needed
- Completed Application Form including Project Budget
- Certificate of Insurance showing general liability coverage
- Letter of Good Standing
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- NGOs in the Northwest Territories that deliver critical GNWT-funded services or programs to NWT residents.
- NGOs that receive funding from the GNWT for those services or programs and comply with existing funding agreements.
- NGOs registered and in good standing in the NWT as a society, association, or as created under NWT or federal statute.
Who is not eligible
There is no specific information indicating which types of companies are not eligible for this grant. You can check the guidelines provided by the NGO Stabilization Fund for additional information.
Eligible expenses
- General management costs, including general administration and management, finances, and bookkeeping.
- Governance costs or board-related costs, including governance and board training.
- Organizational development costs related to the structure and process of the organization.
- Additional extraordinary general operations costs related to general operations and maintenance that cannot be directly attributed to specific programs or services.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Salaries or wages for ongoing staff, regular personnel, or staff costs.
- Standard insurance premiums tied to routine operations of the organization.
- Day-to-day operations that are part of an organization’s normal activities, including routine meetings, ongoing program costs, office utilities, maintenance, and work the NGO is already expected to deliver.
- Regular service delivery or expansion of existing programs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Northwest Territories (NWT)
How to apply
- Complete the NEW application form.
- Submit your completed application by email to gsi@gov.nt.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- You will receive confirmation within 7 business days of submission that you are eligible.
Additional information
- Collaborative projects involving multiple NGOs are encouraged.
- Funding is provided on a one-time basis for each approved application.
- In years of high demand, applicants may receive a partial amount of the requested funding.
- Details about approved projects and funding amounts for previous years are publicly available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the NGO Stabilization Fund Program
What is the NGO Stabilization Fund?
NGO Stabilization Fund offers up to $50,000 per year to eligible NGOs in the Northwest Territories to strengthen organizational capacity. It supports groups that deliver critical GNWT-funded services and stay in good standing while managing programs and services. Eligible costs include general management, governance, organizational development, and extraordinary general operations.
How much funding can be received?
NGO Stabilization Fund Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the NGO Stabilization Fund program?
To be eligible for the NGO Stabilization Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be an NGO in the NWT.
The NGO must deliver critical GNWT-funded services or programs to NWT residents.
The NGO must be registered and in good standing in the NWT.
What expenses are eligible under NGO Stabilization Fund?
Projects to stabilize or develop organizational capacity to manage programs and services.
Who can I contact for more information about the NGO Stabilization Fund?
You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) by email at gsi@gov.nt.ca or by phone at (867) 767-9141 ext. 11220.
Where is the NGO Stabilization Fund available?
The NGO Stabilization Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the NGO Stabilization Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NGO Stabilization Fund is a Grant and Funding