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North Shore Community Foundation Grants
Community funding for North Shore initiatives
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
North Shore Community Foundation Community Grants support projects across Vancouver’s North Shore for qualified organizations. The program funds community initiatives in social services, culture, recreation, education, heritage, sports, animal welfare, and related local needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
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
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Environment
- Animal Protection
- Housing
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- General public
- Seniors
- Women & girls
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Social service programs and projects
- Cultural and arts initiatives
- Recreation, education, heritage, and sports projects
- Animal welfare initiatives
- Community projects serving the North Shore, including Deep Cove to Lions Bay
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community organizations serving the North Shore
- Qualified donees under the Income Tax Act
- Organizations partnering with a registered charity
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not serving the North Shore
- Organizations that have been operating for less than three years
- Political, religious, or commercial organizations
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital campaigns
- Expenses incurred before application
- Debt retirement or mortgage pay-downs
- Conference or competition expenses
- Fundraising, political, religious, or commercial activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Vancouver’s North Shore
- Deep Cove to Lions Bay
Selection criteria
- Direct service or clear community need on the North Shore
- Collaboration and partnerships
- Use of volunteers
- Realistic long-term funding plan
- Clear method to evaluate effectiveness
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program requirements
- Confirm that your organization serves the North Shore and meets the recipient requirements.
- Step 2: Optional expression of interest
- Send a brief expression of interest to discuss your initiative before submitting the application.
- Step 3: Complete the application form
- Submit the Community Grants application form online.
- Step 4: Wait for review and approval
- The Grants Committee reviews applications and recommends projects to the Board for approval.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Grants Committee.
- The committee evaluates projects and recommends the strongest ones to the Board for approval.
- Applicants may be contacted before submission if they choose to send an expression of interest.
- Approved recipients must submit a follow-up report after the project or within 6 months of receiving the grant.
Additional information
- Recipients must submit a follow-up report after the project is completed or within 6 months of receiving the grant.
- Applicants may send a brief expression of interest before submission to discuss their initiative.
- The foundation reviews applications through its Grants Committee before board approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the North Shore Community Foundation Grants Program
What is the North Shore Community Foundation Grants?
North Shore Community Foundation Community Grants support projects across Vancouver’s North Shore for qualified organizations. The program funds community initiatives in social services, culture, recreation, education, heritage, sports, animal welfare, and related local needs.
Who is eligible for the North Shore Community Foundation Grants program?
To be eligible for the North Shore Community Foundation Grants program, you must:
Serving the North Shore
Operating for at least three years
Qualified donee or charity partner
What expenses are eligible under North Shore Community Foundation Grants?
Social service programs and projects
Cultural and arts initiatives
Recreation, education, heritage, and sports projects
Animal welfare initiatives
Community projects serving the North Shore, including Deep Cove to Lions Bay
Who can I contact for more information about the North Shore Community Foundation Grants?
You can contact North Shore Community Foundation by email at elaine@nscommunityfoundation.com.
Where is the North Shore Community Foundation Grants available?
The North Shore Community Foundation Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the North Shore Community Foundation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
North Shore Community Foundation Grants is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the North Shore Community Foundation Grants?
North Shore Community Foundation Grants is funded by North Shore Community Foundation